CEO SME and MSME Hub
CEO SME and MSME Hub
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03-12-2024
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Vacancy CEO (SME and MSME Hub)
Location Lagos
Our client is over 15 years old and a leading business incubator and accelerator organization for SMEs and MSMEs. The organization is looking to hire a CEO who will provide strategic leadership management oversight and program excellence.
Reporting to the Board of Directors he/she will be responsible for:
- Strategic Implementation: Leading the implementation of the new 5year strategic plan ensuring alignment with the Boards vision and mission
- Program Development and Impact: Overseeing the development implementation and evaluation of impactful programs that empower Nigerian entrepreneurs particularly small and growing businesses (SGBs).
- Resource Mobilization: Securing the financial and human resources required to support the organizations programs and operations.
- Team Leadership and Management: Providing effective leadership and mentorship to a team of over 40 staff members fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders including donors government agencies development partners the private sector and the public.
- Fundraising and Resource Development: Leading fundraising efforts to secure the resources needed to achieve the organizations objectives.
- Financial Management and Oversight: Ensuring sound financial management practices and adherence to best practices in nonprofit governance.
- Advocacy and Visibility: Serving as a vocal advocate for the organization and the critical role it plays in fostering entrepreneurship nationally and regionally. This includes engaging in policy advocacy to create an enabling environment for small and growing businesses (SGBs).
- Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Leading the exploration of innovative approaches and methodologies to enhance the organizations program effectiveness and impact.
Experience and Expertise:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a senior leadership role.
- Sectoral experience and leadership in the following sectors are preferred: nonprofit social impact social enterprise startup entrepreneurship and consulting.
- Demonstrated experience in developing implementing and evaluating social innovation programs including those that empower young people entrepreneurs and innovators.
- Strong understanding of the local and regional business landscape and the challenges and opportunities faced by small and growing businesses (SGBs).
- Proven track record of success in resource mobilization fundraising and financial management.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire motivate and lead a diverse team of staff members and thousands of volunteers.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills fostering collaboration and building strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage complex operations and ensure efficient program delivery.
- Strategic thinker with a strong understanding of the nonprofit sector and the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
- Ability to think critically and creatively to identify innovative solutions and approaches.
Additional Qualities
- Passion for social innovation and a strong belief in the potential of entrepreneurship to accelerate socioeconomic growth and development.
- Excellent networking and stakeholder development and management skills.
- The ability to build strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders including government officials donors private sector leaders and the public is crucial.
- Very strong financial acumen and understanding of financial metrics in the nonprofit space.
- Experience and interest in policy advocacy and ability to champion policy changes that creates a more supportive environment for entrepreneurship nationally and regionally.
- Excellent communication and public speaking skills comfortable representing the organization in various settings.
- Strong work ethic and the ability to work effectively in a fastpaced environment.
Application:
Interested and qualified applicants should forward their CVs to using CHFEXSGBs58 as subject
Employment Type
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