Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Reeds Africa Consult in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

    Reeds Africa ConsultNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    2 weeks ago

    Apply by

    10 Oct

    Full Time
    On Site
    Managerial
    Human Resources & Recruitment
    Management & Business Development

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    Job Description

    The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) provides strategic leadership and overall management of the company to achieve sustainable growth and profitability. The CEO is responsible for driving the company's vision of transforming the agricultural value chain through innovative digital marketplace solutions, financing, and value-added services that create value for farmers, buyers, and other stakeholders.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and implement the company's vision, mission, and long-term strategy.
    • Lead business growth and expansion initiatives.
    • Identify new business opportunities, partnerships, and markets.
    • Ensure the company remains innovative and competitive within the Agri-Tech sector.
    • Drive revenue growth and profitability.
    • Oversee the development and delivery of digital marketplace solutions and related services.
    • Build strong relationships with customers, investors, financial institutions, development partners, and government agencies.
    • Promote the company's brand and market presence.
    • Provide oversight of all company operations to ensure efficiency and excellence.
    • Ensure seamless delivery of products and services across the agricultural value chain.
    • Monitor business performance through key performance indicators (KPIs).
    • Promote continuous improvement across all departments.
    • Lead budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation.
    • Ensure sound financial management and sustainability.
    • Monitor financial performance and manage business risks.
    • Present business performance reports to the Board.
    • Build and lead a high-performing leadership team.
    • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
    • Support talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement.
    • Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
    • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and industry requirements.
    • Implement sound corporate governance practices.
    • Manage strategic, operational, financial, and compliance risks.
    • Maintain strong relationships with the Board of Directors and provide regular strategic updates.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Finance, Economics, Technology, or a related field.
    • Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) is an added advantage.
    • Professional qualifications in leadership, finance, or governance are desirable.
    • Minimum of 10 years' progressive leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior executive role.
    • Experience in Agribusiness, Agri-Tech, Digital Platforms, Financial Services, Supply Chain, or a related sector.
    • Demonstrated success in business growth, strategy execution, fundraising, and stakeholder management.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Management & Business Development

    Minimum Experience

    10 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Business

    Field of Study

    Business Administration

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply via the Reeds Africa Consult website at reedsafricaconsult.com.

    Show Strategic Leadership That Moves Agri-Tech Metrics

    This CEO role is about turning a bold agricultural vision into measurable growth. The board will probe how you've grown revenue, built partnerships, and steered digital platforms in complex sectors.

    1. Quantify your growth track record: On your CV, lead with numbers: revenue growth percentages, market expansion figures, or funding raised. Boards want proof you can drive profitability, not just manage it.

    2. Map your agri-tech fluency: Show you understand digital marketplaces, farmer financing, and supply chain pain points. Mention specific platforms or models you've worked with, even if tangentially.

    3. Prepare a 90-day strategic plan: Outline how you'd assess the company, prioritize quick wins, and set a long-term roadmap. This shows you're ready to hit the ground running.

    4. Highlight stakeholder mastery: Be ready to discuss how you've managed relationships with investors, government bodies, and development partners. Concrete examples of navigating multi-stakeholder interests will stand out.

    5. Show board communication skills: Expect questions on how you'd report to the board. Prepare a sample board update that distills complex operational data into clear strategic insights.

    6. Demonstrate risk management savvy: Talk about a time you identified a major business risk and mitigated it. Agri-tech faces weather, market, and regulatory risks—show you can handle them.

    7. Emphasize talent building: CEOs are judged on the teams they build. Share examples of developing senior leaders, improving retention, and fostering a culture of accountability.

    8. Align with the mission: Show genuine passion for transforming agriculture. Boards want leaders who believe in the mission, not just the paycheck. Connect your personal values to the company's vision.

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    Tags

    strategic leadership
    agri-tech
    business growth
    financial management
    stakeholder management