Branch Manager

Are you an experienced professional with a proven track record in project and team management within the NGO or non-profit sector? Do you possess strategic thinking, crisis management skills, and a genuine passion for social impact and youth empowerment?

If your answer is yes, then we look forward to receiving your CV for the Branch Manager position, based in Thessaloniki!

As a Branch Manager, your main responsibilities are:

• Oversee the full programme cycle (planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation), ensuring all activities are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget, aligned with donor requirements.
• Coordinate all daily branch activities, including employability programmes and the academy. Lead, mentor, and support local team members (Academy and Employability Officers).
• Track programme progress by monitoring KPIs, collecting data, and preparing regular updates and reports to ensure full transparency and compliance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, community partners, and key stakeholders. Research and identify new leads for strategic collaborations and funding.
• Drive partnership development with local companies, including tailor-made courses and sponsor packages. Represent the organisation at relevant regional events.
• Conduct ad-hoc data analyses to support decision-making and periodically assess the usage of resources to ensure adherence to approved budgets.
• Provide strategic guidance on volunteering initiatives, including social kitchen and community projects, supporting execution and engagement events.

The ideal candidate for the Branch Manager role will be expected to possess the following: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Education, Social Sciences, or a related field. A Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• At least 3+ years of proven experience in programme or project management, ideally within a non-profit or NGO setting.
• Demonstrated background managing employability or educational programmes, preferably serving marginalised or refugee populations, with an understanding of labour market dynamics and vocational training (VET).
• Proven track record in operational or branch leadership, including direct team management, budget oversight, and swift crisis resolution.
• Advanced Excel and proficiency in project management tools. Strong presentation skills, both in creation (e.g., Canva) and delivery to diverse audiences.
• Fluency in Greek and English is required. Knowledge of additional languages spoken by migrant communities will be considered an asset.
• Deep commitment to inclusion, diversity, and gender sensitivity principles, along with the ability to remain calm under pressure.

The company offers for the position of Branch Manager: 

• A competitive salary package aligned with your experience.
• Private health insurance.
• Hybrid work model.
• Εxtra holiday days per year.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing working environment with a social impact.

If you are interested in the Branch Manager position, you can apply now!

For more information, feel free to contact Michalis Koutoulas daily between 09:00–17:00 at +30 6940473472.

Please note that for transparency and equity reasons, only those applications made online via our site will be assessed. After the screening of all the CVs received, we will only contact the candidates who meet the requirements of the job to arrange an interview. ​ All applications are considered strictly confidential.