Vacancy Operations Manager

North Star Alliance is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to provide quality healthcare to mobile workers, including long-distance truck drivers and the communities they interact with in sub-Saharan Africa.

Duties and Accountabilities

The Operations Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth functioning of North Star’s activities. They will be responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of the organisation, with a strong emphasis on management, monitoring, evaluation, and program implementation. While a medical background is advantageous, it is not mandatory; however, a deep understanding of healthcare systems or experience in medical programs will be highly valued.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Management

Operations Oversight

Monitoring and Evaluation

Partnership Management

Capacity Building

Education and experience

Degree in a relevant field

Proven experience in program management, monitoring, and evaluation, preferably in the NGO sector.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with experience in monitoring and evaluation methodologies.

Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.

Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare systems would be advantageous.

Additional information

Full-time local contract, for 12 months period, with potential to extend

Authorised to live and work in South Africa

Willingness to travel locally and internationally

The deadline for applications is send your CV and motivation letter to charmaine@northstar-alliance.org