Chief Operating Officer

Communicate Recruitment
Cape Town, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Finance & Accounting
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SUMMARY:
An exciting opportunity awaits an experienced COO to join a newly funded, AI-driven business focused on advancing healthcare delivery across South Africa and beyond. Working closely with the founders as the first senior non-founder executive, you'll play a key role in translating strategic partnerships, funding and technology into sustainable business growth. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who can combine commercial strategy, financial oversight and operational execution.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description: Convert commercial partnerships into sustainable revenue streams Develop and implement scalable operational processes and performance reporting Oversee cash flow management, financial forecasting and business performance Prepare investor reports and provide financial and operational insights Lead expansion initiatives across healthcare and technology markets Drive operational efficiency and business growth Build, lead and develop high-performing teams Work alongside the founders to execute the company's strategic objectives Skills & Experience: Strong background in commercial and financial leadership Proven experience scaling a business, platform or operating model Exposure to entrepreneurship, HealthTech or Digital Health advantageous Ability to engage confidently with investors, boards and senior stakeholders Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach Strong business acumen and growth-oriented mindset Proven ability to drive performance and operational improvements Qualification: CA (SA) or CIMA qualification is essential For more information connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our Financial recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Finance jobs, Accountant jobs, Financial Manager vacancies and Management Accountant vacancies. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database and we will connect with you with any other suitable roles or positions.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationCape Town, Western Cape
CategoryFinance & Accounting
Posted13 November 2026
Closing Date13 December 2026
Communicate Recruitment
Cape Town, Western Cape

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