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COO

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The Chief Operating Officer (COO) role in the not-for-profit sector focuses on driving operational excellence and ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and goals. This is a permanent opportunity for a dedicated leader to oversee strategic initiatives and daily operations effectively.
  • Lead a multi campus fast growing K12 international school
  • Lead operational transformation backed by strong investment

About Our Client

Our client is a growing international schools in Cambodia, serving a diverse student body across multiple campuses. The school offers a comprehensive K-12 education designed to prepare students for success in higher education and global citizenship. With a strong commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, they integrate international best practices with local cultural values.

Job Description

As COO, you will oversee all non-academic functions across our network of schools ensuring every campus is safe, well‑run, future‑ready, and aligned to our mission. You will lead regional operations closely with the CEO and Chief Education Officer, and deliver scalable systems that support academic excellence and organizational growth. This is a rare opportunity to influence the learning journey of thousands of young people worldwide.

  • Lead daily operational performance across all schools, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and service.
  • Implement scalable systems and processes that support growth across multiple countries.
  • Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency across facilities, technology, HR operations, procurement, and support services.
  • Strengthen organizational culture developing high‑performing leaders and unified ways of working across regions.
  • Partner with the CEO, CFO, and education leaders to align operations with strategic goals.
  • Oversee risk management, compliance, safeguarding, and crisis readiness.
  • Guide capital planning, infrastructure investment, and long-term resource strategy.
  • Lead innovation in digital transformation, data systems, and operational best practice.

The Successful Applicant

You are a seasoned operator with experience leading complex, multi-site organizations ideally across international markets. You thrive in fast-growing environments, build strong teams, and bring clarity, structure, and forward-thinking leadership.

You have:

  • 10+ years of senior operational leadership experience in K12 International school
  • A track record of building scalable systems and high-performing teams
  • Strong financial and strategic acumen
  • Resilience, cultural agility, and the ability to lead with empathy and purpose
  • A passion for education and making a positive impact at scale



What's on Offer

Our client offers you:

  • Influence the future of education across multiple campuses
  • Work with passionate educators and mission-driven leaders
  • Competitive executive compensation and relocation support



This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced COO to make a meaningful impact. If you are ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact
May Wah Chan
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6970824

Job summary

Function
Executive Search
Specialisation
Consultancy, Strategy & Change
What is your area of specialisation?
Not For Profit
Location
International
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
May Wah Chan
Job Reference
JN-032026-6970824

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We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.