Strategy Manager – Global Growth and Philanthropic Partnerships

About NoonWe’re on a mission to radically change the way students learn. Westarted with a simple idea—access to the best teachers shouldn’t be a luxury, and learning should energize, not drain you. We believe in solving hard problems, and we play to win—we measure progress by revenues, students, and learning gains. Our approach? Build high-performing teams, giving them the freedom to dream big and execute boldly.Today, we’re building the next generation of schools in Saudi Arabia. We believe every student deserves world-class teachers. And to make it happen, we’re reimagining everything about education: from cutting-edge tech to peer learning and physical spaces that spark curiosity.Hear about our vision directly from our CEO here.Learn more about us:hereRole SummaryThe Strategy Manager will be the chief architect of our international expansion and funding roadmap. You will define our digital-first educational models as world-class, scalable solutions and position Noon as a premier partner for international philanthropists, tech-for-good funds, and global NGOs. This role is about transforming localized success into a globally recognized blueprint for educational equity.Key Responsibilities1. Global Scaling StrategyModel Standardization: Refine the value proposition of our hybrid learning models (integrating tech, pedagogy, and infrastructure) to ensure they are 'investor-ready' for diverse global markets.Expansion Roadmap: Develop strategic playbooks to enter 'look-alike' markets across the Global South, identifying high-potential regions for digital transformation.Outcomes Framework: Build data-driven 'Success Dashboards' that provide real-time evidence of student progress and system efficacy to international stakeholders.2. Strategic Global FundraisingPortfolio Diversification: Target Global Philanthropic Funds and CSR arms of multinational tech corporations to move beyond local funding.Institutional Bidding: Lead high-stakes grant applications for international development agencies focusing on the digital transformation of education.Innovative Financing: Explore alternative revenue streams such as Social Impact Bonds or 'Pay-for-Success' models to fund large-scale rollouts.3. Brand & Thought LeadershipGlobal Positioning: Position Noon as a leader in the 'EdTech-for-Equity' space by securing presence at global summits.Strategic Narrative: Evolve the brand voice from a regional provider to a global pioneer in digital literacy and future-ready schooling.Validation & Awards: Lead applications for international certifications and education awards that validate our quality on the world stage.4. Ecosystem BuildingStrategic Alliances: Form partnerships with global EdTech providers, universities, and research institutions to co-develop content or validate pedagogical methods.Donor Stewardship: Curate a 'Global Advisory Circle' of influencers and supporters to act as brand ambassadors in major financial hubs.Qualifications & SkillsEducation: MBA or Master’s in International Development, Strategic Management, or a related field.Experience: 6+ years in Strategic Fundraising, Corporate Strategy, or Venture Philanthropy, preferably within the EdTech or NGO sectors.Global Mindset: A proven track record of securing international funding or managing cross-border partnerships.Strategic Storytelling: Ability to translate complex educational data into ROI-focused narratives and high-level strategy whitepapers.Analytical Prowess: Proficiency in building financial models and impact-tracking frameworks.What You'll GetDirect mentorship and exposure to senior decision-makingRapid skill development across strategy, execution, and commercial ownershipScope that expands quickly based on results (market/initiative ownership)Competitive compensation and meaningful impact at scale .If you want to build and scale something real in education—with measurable outcomes and commercial accountability, we'd like to talk.BenefitsIn addition to a competitive base salary, we offer:Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Performance-based bonus21 days of annual leave