Job Description

Our client, a leading BMO in Kenya, is looking for a CEO to head the Secretariat and provide leadership in helping the Board of Directors achieve the Organization’s Strategic Intent.

We are looking to recruit a strong dynamic visionary leader to drive change, innovation and transformation of the association. The main objective of this role is to develop, maintain and promote a management philosophy that culminates in member satisfaction and employee engagement, while consistently achieving the mandates of the annual/long term financial and strategic plans of the Organization.

Key Responsibilities will focus on the following areas:

• Leadership and Management
• Secretariat Management & Operations
• Partnerships and Relationship Management
• Human Resource Management
• Governance and Management
• Risk Management and Compliance

Key Competencies

• Visionary leader with demonstrated team leadership orientation.
• Expertise in service excellence.
• Ability to understand the professional body membership organization operations.
• Demonstrated professional track record in the areas of: Financial management, Vendor relationship management, Human Resources Management, Project management, Information technology, Public Speaking, Business Writing, Meeting Facilitation and Member Management.
• Familiarity with the practical and financial aspects of managing a BMO.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Creative and innovative
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to network and build profitable relationships with partners and stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, personal initiative, decision-making, and ability to manage complex activities involving coordination with multiple project partners.
• Pro-active and highly organized team player with ability to build, mentor, and motivate high performing team.
• Leverage technology in a transformative way to deliver member-centric services, products and efficiencies.
• Ensure the Organization maintains its Brand visibility and participates in all matters that impact the industry.
• Foster a corporate identity that promotes values and ethical standards and good governance.

Requirements

Academic, Professional Qualifications and Relevant Experience

• A Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Marketing, Entrepreneurship or related field.
• Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications.
• Professional training in leadership and management, corporate governance and strategic management.
• Proficiency in use of computer packages.
• Over 10 years’ relevant working experience in a Managerial Position and preferably 5 years in a Senior Management position in a BMO with overall multi-functional responsibility.