Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Job in West Africa

Our client is a fast growing agency overseeing microfinance banks and institutions in fifteen countries of Central and South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.
The agency has taken over 25 years of microfinance activities and programmes that were administered by sister agencies within their Network. With the basic objective of reducing poverty, and diminishing the vulnerability of poor populations and alleviating economic and social exclusion, they wish to recruit a suitable candidate for their West African office for the role of

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO)


LOCATION: BURKINA FASSO

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent/Full time


POSITION: The successful candidate will serve as the principal strategy and business development executive of the company and will have ultimate responsibility. He/she will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing short, medium and long-term strategies that will ensure the continued growth of the business in West Africa.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Champion the formulation of the company’s corporate strategies and ensure implementation.
  • Serve as a key brand icon for the company, creating a niche for it in the microfinance sector and consistently reinforcing and promoting the corporate brand value and identity across West Africa.
  • Lead the overall business development efforts (including deal sourcing and origination) to ensure the realization of the company’s expansion and growth aspirations.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and lead the development of relevant strategic alliances.
  • Drive the development of annual operating plans including business plans, operational requirements, staffing and budgets to ensure business continuity.
  • Take full ownership of the company’s financial performance and provide periodic updates to the Board.
  • Manage the day to day operations.

Application Deadline

2011-04-20

Job Details

 QUALIFICATION
·         A good first degree in any field of study from a reputable tertiary institution.
·         An MBA or any other higher degree will be an added advantage.
·         10+ years in progressively responsible leadership roles, preferably in microfinance or financial institutions.
·         Membership of relevant professional body provides a unique advantage.
Personal Attributes:
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization and with staff at remote locations essential.
  • Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
  • High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
  • Must possess strong leadership qualities
Other Skills & Abilities:
PC proficiency is essential (Windows environment) and strong working knowledge
• Proficient in software applications, databases, spreadsheets and processing (QuickBooks, MS Office) 
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
·         Must be fluent in French (Written and Spoken)
A unique opportunity to work for an experienced organisation