Strategic Operations Manager

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Apr 25
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We’re hiring! Are you passionate about problem-solving at scale and keeping things running seamlessly? Then this role is for you.

BluLever is looking for a systems-driven and impact-focused Strategic Operations Manager. This role is perfect for someone who is skilled at leading people and processes and motivated by building structure that helps teams thrive and organisations grow.

We’re an early-stage start-up, so this is your opportunity to help grow this organisation from the ground up and impact the learning of young and experienced artisans. To learn more, take a look at the sections below.

OUR VISION AND MISSION

BluLever Education is empowering Africa’s artisans with skills for the future. BluLever achieves this through holistic vocational education and skills training that creates ethical industry professionals of a global standard. BluLever’s Braamfontein Campus, focused on plumbing apprenticeships, launched in early 2021.

WHERE WE ARE NOW

BluLever Education is preparing Africa for the 4th industrial revolution by mobilising a movement of 5 million artisans as active citizens. We currently offer plumbing apprenticeships for 5 cohorts of 30 students per year, as well as various other artisan training products such as the MakersHub - an incubation hub that supports small businesses in their journey to growth, formalisation and stability. The Blulever team is growing fast, with many more opportunities for growth.

WHO ARE WE (YOU?)

We’re not just building another company, we’re building an institution, a movement that will outlast us all. The road will not be easy, but the impact will be monumental. We need open-minded, people-oriented, passionate, multi skilled, hardworking individuals to join the team and help us build the future of Africa.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Strategic Operations Manager, you’ll lead campus operations while building the systems BluLever needs to grow. From managing facilities, security, and procurement to creating processes that boost team performance, you’ll ensure we run smoothly today—while preparing for tomorrow. This role calls for a structured thinker who is solutions-driven, proactive, detail-orientated, and motivated by impact.