A COO for an NGO takes the goals and vision of the CEO and the boards (where one exists) and creates strategies to operationalize and achieve those goals. They will then oversee the organization’s operations to make sure everything is moving in line with the organization’s vision and strategy.
This position requires resourcefulness as well as strong communication skills and integrity. An educational background in business administration or a related field will be highly preferred, as will a strong background in leading successful teams. Take a look at this strong resume sample.
