Chief of Staff

ABOUT THE COMPANY

EIDU (www.eidu.com) has set out to create the most effective self-learning app for preschool children, and to distribute it for social impact on a global scale. Our software enables children aged 3-5 to develop cognitive abilities on their own. Starting with the early stages of mathematical thinking, we aim to cover a comprehensive set of elementary skills.
EIDU’s primary goal is to achieve social impact. We see early childhood education as a key factor in reducing the global opportunity gap. The possibility to use mobile technology to improve educational conditions worldwide is in reach – at a fraction of the cost of other alternatives.

JOB SUMMARY

The Chief of Staff is a senior, cross-functional role designed to extend the effectiveness of the Chief Operating Officer. The role focuses on translating strategy into disciplined execution, strengthening organizational planning, and ensuring that EIDU scales with clarity, accountability, and impact.Working closely with the COO, the Chief of Staff will coordinate and strengthen core cross-functional processes that support how EIDU designs, measures, and delivers its programs.This role requires strong judgment, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to work credibly with senior stakeholders across Learning, Research, Data, Country teams, Finance, People, Government Relations, and Fundraising.What you should bring:The desire to use your skills to bring about positive social change.Education:Bachelor’s degree, preferably including analytical courseworkExperience:5–8 years of experience in roles such as management consulting, strategy and operations, business intelligence, product or program management, or similar fieldsWorking in or supporting organizations operating in low-resource or Global South contextsInfluencing senior stakeholders and driving cross-functional initiativesEntrepreneurial / startup experience preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program & Delivery Design:Coordinate cross-functional design and review processes to ensure alignment across Learning, Research, Country, Finance, Government Relations, and FundraisingEnsure that insights from research, implementation experience, and stakeholder feedback are integrated into program refinementsCollaborate with Learning and Data to ensure program design choices are reflected in measurable indicators and operational targetsSupport standardization of delivery approaches across countries while maintaining contextual flexibilityOrganizational Execution and Decision ProcessesFacilitate cross-functional review and refinement of EIDU’s core organisational metrics and operational targets, in collaboration with Learning, Data, and Strategy.Define clear decision “triggers” that connect performance indicators to strategic and operational actions and escalation pathwaysStrengthen how data is used across countries and functions to improve focus, efficiency, and execution discipline at scaleOrganizational planningLead cross-functional alignment on annual goals and quarterly planning cyclesEnsure operational targets and key metrics are embedded within planning and review processesDevelop content and agendas for senior leadership meetings, ensuring data and progress against targets inform strategic prioritisationAlign staffing and funding plans with organizational goals and priorities in collaboration with People and FinanceStrategic initiatives & organizational prioritiesDrive or support high-priority cross-cutting initiatives identified by the COO, such as risk management, strategic procurement, cross-country coordination, or expansion efforts.Provide structured analytical and execution support to senior leaders on time-bound strategic priorities

REQUIRED SKILLS

People management, Stakeholder communication, Human resource and personnel development, Talent management and planning, Team leadership

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree