Strategy Manager – Global Growth & Philanthropic Partnerships

About Noon

We’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.

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Role Summary

The 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 Responsibilities

1. Global Scaling Strategy

• Model 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 Fundraising

• 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.

3. Brand & Thought Leadership

• 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.

4. Ecosystem Building

• 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.

Qualifications & Skills

• 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.

What You'll Get

• Direct mentorship and exposure to senior decision-making

• Rapid skill development across strategy, execution, and commercial ownership

• Scope 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.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Performance-based bonus

• 21 days of annual leave