Chief Executive Officer

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JOB SPECIFICATION Job Title Chief Executive Officer Reporting to Partner and Stakeholders Start date June 2026

Key Responsibilities

Business Strategy & Market Growth Strategic Vision: Design and execute a multi-year commercial roadmap to increase market share and brand equity in the competitive language-learning sector.

Requirements Summary

Education: Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Management, or a related field. (Educational leadership background is a plus, but business acumen is the priority).

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Chief Executive Officer

Partner and Stakeholders

June 2026

The school is a premier provider of tailored English and Chinese language programs for children, teens, and adults. Our mission is to empower students through academic excellence and professional readiness. As we enter a new phase of commercial expansion, we are seeking a business-minded leader to scale our operations, enhance our market position, and ensure long-term financial vitality.

Chbar Ampov, Phnom Penh

Responsibilities

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Business Strategy & Market Growth

→Strategic Vision: Design and execute a multi-year commercial roadmap to increase market share and brand equity in the competitive language-learning sector.
→Scalability: Identify new revenue streams, including corporate partnerships, digital learning products, or new branch locations.
→Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) across all departments to ensure data-driven decision-making.
→Financial Engineering & ROI
→P&L Ownership: Full accountability for the school's financial health, maximizing profitability without compromising the student experience.
→Capital Allocation: Oversee budgeting, procurement, and cash flow with a focus on high-return investments in technology and infrastructure.
→Investor/Board Relations: Prepare sophisticated financial modelling and transparent reporting for the Board and potential stakeholders.

Executive Leadership & Organizational Culture

→High-Performance Teams: Manage the "Director of Studies" (who handles the academic side), allowing you to focus on the business.
→Talent Acquisition: Recruit and retain top-tier administrative and marketing talent to support the school's growth.
→Change Management: Drive a culture of accountability, professional excellence, and innovation across the organization.

Operations & Compliance

→Systems Optimization: Streamline administrative systems (enrollment, CRM, and IT) to improve the "customer journey" and operational margins.
→Risk Management: Ensure the organization meets all legal, health, safety, and Ministry of Education & Sport regulations in Cambodia.
→Resource Management: Oversee facilities and assets to ensure a premium environment for students and staff.
→Brand & Stakeholder Influence
→Marketing Oversight: Drive aggressive student recruitment and retention strategies through modern digital marketing and PR.
→External Relations: Serve as the "face" of the school to government bodies, international partners, and the media.

Requirements

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Education: Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Management, or a related field. (Educational leadership background is a plus, but business acumen is the priority).
Experience: Minimum 7–10 years of senior executive experience (CEO, COO, or Managing Director), preferably within a high-growth service industry or a large-scale educational group.
Financial Expertise: Advanced literacy in P&L management, financial forecasting, and complex budgeting.
Strategic Mindset: Proven track record of scaling a business or executing a successful turnaround.
Communication: Exceptional English proficiency is mandatory; Khmer proficiency or experience in the SE Asian market is a significant advantage.
Attributes: Results-oriented, decisive, and capable of balancing commercial interests with educational values.