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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Strategic Management Jobs
  • Expires 08 Jan 2021
  • Bulawayo
  • Full Time
Salary
Negotiable

Job Description

A unique and demanding role has emerged as an outstanding player with interests across various sectors including manufacturing, credit, agriculture and retail at a substantial level. The role of Group Chief Executive Officer is newly created and will report to the Chairman and Board of Directors. It has come about due to their expansion plans of pending projects for the future. It strongly will be supported by new Key Head Management Team in divisional companies. It goes without saying that the group will have ample skills and talent, which will make it stand out as a preferred employer of choice.
We are therefore searching for a dynamic and experienced leader to join our Client’s company in the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The ideal candidate for this position has previous corporate management experience and a proven track record for the effective team management and results-driven leadership.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be responsible for the management of the operations of the company as well as setting its overall vision. The role involves a high level of responsibility, with pivotal decision making affecting the future of the company and its employees.
Within this role, the CEO will be expected to oversee all operations including product development, logistics and marketing. The CEO will also be expected to develop and approve strategies for the company as well as communicating these strategies to an internal and external audience.

Duties and Responsibilities

(1) Leading the development and implementation of the overall organization's strategy
(2) Soliciting advice and guidance, when appropriate, from a Board of Directors
(3) Formulating and implementing the strategic plan that guides the direction of the
business or organization.
(4) Overseeing the complete operation of the organization in accordance with the direction
established in the strategic plans
(5) Evaluating the success of the organization in reaching its goals, responsibilities and
activities in the local community, the government, and at the national level
(6) Participating in industry-related events or associations that will enhance the CEO's
leadership skills, the organization's reputation, and the organization's potential for
success.
(7) Leading the development of the company’s short and long-term strategy, ensuring their
alignment with short-term and long-term objectives.
(8) Making major corporate decisions, managing the overall operations and resources of
the company.
(9) Communicating, on behalf of the company, with shareholders, government entities,
and the public.
(10) Maintaining awareness of the competitive market landscape, expansion opportunities,
industry developments, etc.
(11) Review financial and non-financial reports to devise solutions or improvements.
(12) Evaluating the work of other executive leaders within the company.
(13) Developing fresh ideas for the running of the company.
(14) Monitoring how various divisions and departments of the company operate and how
they work together to achieve overall goals.
(15) Creating and implementing strategies, together with the senior management team, to
determine the direction the company will take.
(16) Enforcing adherence to legal guidelines and in-house policies to maintain the
company’s legality and business ethics.
(17) Work closely with the Group Accountant to prepare annual budgets, complete risk
analysis on potential investments, and advise the Board of Directors with regard to
investment risk and return.
(18) Work closely with Human Resources (HR) regarding hiring practices, payroll and
benefit disbursement.
(19) Oversee quality control throughout the company, establishing goals for each
department in partnership with the division managers.

Qualifications and Experience

(1) Bachelor’s degree and MA in business administration or similar relevant field
(2) 7 – 10 years of corporate managerial experience
(3) Experience in developing, planning and implementing successful strategies
(4) In-depth knowledge of corporate governance, finance and performance management
principles
(5) Familiarity with various business functions such as marketing, sales, finance, HR etc.
(6) Leadership skills, including outstanding organizational and time management skills and
handle both internal and external conflicts
(7) Analytical mindset and problem-solving orientation
(8) Excellent communication and public speaking skills
(9) Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills

Please note: We shall only reveal our Client’s name to the shortlisted people and we ask that you respect this process.

How to Apply

humanresourcesvacancy@gmail.com