Executive Director

Executive Director Position - Women Of Will (WOW)

Empowering Women Empowering Communities.

Women Of Will (WOW) has been empowering women entrepreneurs and uplifting low-income communities since 2016. Our tested WOWED Model has proven effective in fostering upward social mobility, enabling women and families to escape poverty. We’ve implemented this model in over 20 communities with 96% of the entrepreneurs achieving sustainability. WOW has positively impacted more than 2,700 women entrepreneurs, developed over 100 women leaders across 40+ communities, and collaborated with them to create a ripple effect benefiting more than 20,000 community members.

Our Theory of Change is rooted in the belief that empowering women leads to empowered communities. With a strong foundation and tested approach, our focus now is on scaling WOW to replicate this success in as many communities as possible across Malaysia.

We are seeking a visionary Executive Director (ED) to lead WOW into its next phase, guiding the organisation strategically while expanding partnerships and developing our team to create even greater impact across Malaysia.

What You Will Do

1. Strategic Leadership and Governance

• Develop and drive WOW’s strategic direction for the next 3-5 years.
• Work with EXCO to strengthen governance and align with organisational goals.
• Identify opportunities for expansion and replication of the WOWED Model in new communities.

2. Fundraising and Partnership Development

• Secure sustainable funding by building partnerships with corporates, foundations, and government bodies.
• Strengthen and expand WOW’s network to support the scaling of the organisation.
• Explore new revenue streams to ensure financial sustainability.

3. Team Development and Capacity Building

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a young, dynamic, and diverse team.
• Develop leadership capacity within the team to ensure WOW grows with empowered staff.
• Foster a collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning.

4. Operational Oversight and Impact Delivery

• Oversee day-to-day operations while ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Ensure sound financial management by overseeing the organisation’s finances, ensuring the efficient allocation of funds and long-term financial sustainability.
• Work with the Programs Team to monitor key initiatives and ensure programmatic success.
• Implement and enhance operational systems to support organisational growth and efficiency.

5. Community and Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent WOW at events, conferences, and community gatherings.
• Engage with communities across Klang Valley, Kedah, Kelantan, Sabah, and beyond.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders to promote WOW’s impact and drive collaboration.

Candidate Criteria

We are looking for a driven and strategic leader with:

• 5-10 years of experience in NGOs or social impact organisations.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role with experience managing teams and strategic planning.
• Strong fundraising and partnership-building skills, with a proven track record of securing funding.
• A passion for empowering women and low-income communities.
• Ability to develop and mentor a young, diverse team, fostering growth and leadership.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage across multiple sectors.
• Willingness to travel regularly across Klang Valley, Kedah, Kelantan, and Sabah.
• Strong organisational and business management skills to support WOW’s scaling efforts.

Why Join WOW?

• Lead a stable, thriving NGO with a proven model and a strong network of partners.
• Work with a passionate, diverse team that shares a commitment to social impact.
• Access resources, support, and partnerships to expand WOW’s reach and impact.
• Be at the forefront of scaling a successful grassroots approach that has positively impacted thousands of women and their communities.
• Employee benefits such as medical allowance, mental wellbeing allowance, birthday leave, annual leave, statutory contributions, etc.

How to Apply

If you are ready to lead WOW into its next chapter and create meaningful, lasting change, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV through our LinkedIn job post.