Strategy Manager – Global Growth & Philanthropic Partnerships

About NoonWe’re on a mission to radically change the way students learn. We started 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 Responsibilities2. Strategic Global Fundraising3. Brand & Thought Leadership4. Ecosystem BuildingQualifications & SkillsWhat You'll GetIf you want to build and scale something real in education—with measurable outcomes and commercial accountability, we'd like to talk. 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.Portfolio 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.Global 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.Strategic 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.Education: 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.Direct 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 .BenefitsIn addition to a competitive base salary, we offer:Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Performance-based bonus21 days of annual leave