Ibadan Business School RC: 972642; a Business Education Institution set up to primarily address the capacity needs of Public Governance Business, Private Sectors such as Micro, Small and Medium Scale Enterprises and individual members of the populace.
The school is also licensed by the Nigerian Council for Management Development (NCMD) – the statutory body saddled with the responsibility of regulating the standards of Training and Development Institutions in Nigeria. Given the advancement of technology for development across the globe, our Programmes are electronic-based(e-learning) including the use of mobile technology (smart phones).
Ibadan Business School offers the convenience of acquiring the necessary skills, appropriate knowledge and right attitude required to move you and your organization far ahead of others.Role Summary
The Executive Director will serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the Ijesa Development Fund (IDF) and will be responsible for leading the IDF’s strategic, administrative, financial, and developmental operations.
The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, broad development expertise, and a passion for community transformation.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and direction for all organizational programs, projects, and operations.
Develop and implement strategic plans, annual work plans, policies, and frameworks aligned with the mission of IDF.
Lead resource mobilization efforts, fundraising initiatives, and donor engagement for organizational sustainability.
Oversee financial management, budgeting, internal controls, and transparent reporting in compliance with NGO standards.
Coordinate and supervise staff, volunteers, and project teams working across Ijesaland communities.
Foster strategic partnerships with government agencies, development partners, community institutions, and private-sector stakeholders.
Conduct needs assessment and ensure development programs address critical community challenges.
Prepare and present periodic reports to the Board of Trustees.
Ensure organizational compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements governing NGOs in Nigeria
Qualifications & Requirements
Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Project Management, Public Administration, Management, or related field
Minimum of 10 years cognate experience in NGO leadership, development work, project/program management, or related fields.
Strong background in resource mobilization, grant writing, and donor relations.
Demonstrated experience in financial management, governance systems, and organizational development.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Proven track record of leading teams, coordinating multi-sectoral projects, and achieving measurable results.
High integrity, accountability, emotional intelligence, and commitment to community development.
Good understanding of the socio-cultural and developmental landscape of Ijesaland is a strong advantage.