Executive Director of Management

We are seeking an experienced Executive Director of Performance Management to lead the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the organization's performance management framework across a large and diverse workforce.

The role will be responsible for establishing a high-performing culture through robust performance governance, KPI management, performance calibration, talent differentiation, and data-driven decision-making. The successful candidate will oversee performance management processes for a large employee population, including teachers, academic staff, and corporate functions, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and educational excellence objectives.

• Lead the development and execution of the organization's performance management strategy and framework
• Design and oversee performance cycles, goal-setting, mid-year reviews, annual evaluations, and calibration processes
• Establish governance mechanisms to ensure consistency, fairness, and transparency across performance assessments
• Develop performance metrics, scorecards, and KPI frameworks aligned with organizational objectives
• Manage performance analytics and workforce insights to support strategic workforce planning and talent decisions
• Partner with HR, Academic Affairs, and business leaders to drive accountability and performance excellence
• Identify performance trends, capability gaps, and improvement opportunities across large employee populations
• Drive automation and optimization of performance management systems and processes
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and best practices in performance management
• Lead initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, productivity, and organizational effectiveness

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Education Management, or a related field
• Master’s degree preferred
• 12+ years of experience in Performance Management, Organizational Development, Human Capital, or Talent Management
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing enterprise-wide performance program
• Proven experience managing performance frameworks for organizations with large work forces (1,000+ employees)
• Experience with in the education sector, public sector, or large service organizations is highly preferred
• Strong expertise in performance governance, calibration methodologies, KPI development, and workforce analytics
• Demonstrated experience implementing performance management systems and digital HR solutions
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills
• Strong analytical and data interpretation capabilities