COUNTRY CHIEF DIRECTIONAL OFFICER (CDO) @ CAREERPATH AFRICA
CareerPath Africa – Online College & University is a leading pan-African education and career platform dedicated to empowering learners, enabling careers, and elevating the continent through accessible, high-quality, and career-driven education. The Country Chief Directional Officer (CDO) serves as the strategic leader and primary representative for the organization within Cameroon. This executive role is critical for driving market entry, ensuring operational alignment, and establishing a significant institutional presence in the local education sector.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading expansion efforts, implementing national strategies aligned with the global vision, and building high-level partnerships with schools, professional councils, and government institutions. Key objectives include driving student enrollment, recruiting qualified instructors, and coordinating the rollout of academic programs, including licensure preparation and mentorship initiatives. The CDO will ensure that all operations maintain institutional standards and comply with local regulatory requirements while enhancing national brand positioning.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading expansion efforts, implementing national strategies aligned with the global vision, and building high-level partnerships with schools, professional councils, and government institutions. Key objectives include driving student enrollment, recruiting qualified instructors, and coordinating the rollout of academic programs, including licensure preparation and mentorship initiatives. The CDO will ensure that all operations maintain institutional standards and comply with local regulatory requirements while enhancing national brand positioning.
Key Requirements
Master’s degree required (MBA, M.Ed., or related field preferred).
8–12 years of leadership experience in education, healthcare, consulting, or strategy.
Strong understanding of local education systems and workforce landscape.
Proven ability to build partnerships and lead growth initiatives.
Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic execution skills.
Ability to lead national expansion and implement vision-aligned strategies.
Expertise in representing an organization in high-level engagements.
Track record in driving enrollment and instructor recruitment.
Capacity to coordinate complex rollout of academic and licensure programs.
Experience in governance and regulatory compliance within the education sector.