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Executive Vice - Chairman
East African Holding S.C
Business
Business Administration
Addis Ababa
15 years
1 Position
2024-01-25
to
2024-02-12
Business Administration
Finance
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Job Description
East African Holding is a leading conglomerate in the East African region, excelling across industries like manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, and real estate. Committed to innovation and sustainability, we provide top-notch products and services tailored to meet the evolving market demands. With a focus on ethical practices and community development, we strive to create value and drive positive change.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an exceptionally seasoned and entrepreneurial leader for the position of Chairman to oversee a portfolio of 21+ companies with significant joint ventures in Africa. This strategic role requires a visionary executive with a proven track record in leading large-scale organizations, demonstrating unparalleled entrepreneurial acumen, and a deep understanding of complex business landscapes in the Ethiopian context.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Leadership and Vision: Provide visionary leadership to a diverse portfolio of companies, setting strategic direction, and ensuring alignment with overarching business objectives.
Entrepreneurial Drive: Infuse a spirit of entrepreneurship across the organization, fostering innovation, and seizing opportunities for growth in the dynamic African market.
Corporate Governance: Ensure adherence to the highest standards of corporate governance, ethical practices, and compliance across all companies under the portfolio.
Joint Venture Management: Spearhead and optimize joint ventures, cultivating strong relationships with partners to drive collaborative success and sustainable growth.
Operational Excellence: Oversee the operational efficiency of each company, implementing best practices, and driving performance excellence.
Financial Stewardship: Collaborate with CFOs to ensure sound financial management, sustainable profitability, and effective resource allocation within each entity.
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with diverse business operations, ensuring a resilient and adaptive approach to challenges.
Mergers and Acquisitions: Strategically evaluate and pursue potential mergers, acquisitions, or partnerships that align with the broader corporate strategy.
Job Requirements
Executive Leadership Experience: A minimum of 15 years in executive leadership positions, with a proven track record of leading multiple companies or divisions.
Entrepreneurial Mindset: Demonstrated ability to drive entrepreneurship and innovation within organizations, with a keen eye for identifying and capitalizing on business opportunities.
Joint Venture Expertise: Substantial experience in managing complex joint ventures, ideally in the African business landscape.
Global Perspective: A global mindset with a deep understanding of international business practices and a proven ability to navigate diverse cultural and regulatory environments.
Previous Vice Chairman or Equivalent Role: Past experience in a Vice Chairman or higher level of managerial and leadership positions, preferably within multinational corporations.
Strategic Visionary: Proven capability to develop and execute a forward-thinking, long-term business strategy aligned with industry trends and market dynamics.
Financial Acumen: Strong financial acumen with a track record of successfully managing budgets, driving financial performance, and enhancing shareholder value.
Communication and Influence: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels, both internally and externally.
Education:
A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field is required. An MBA or equivalent advanced degree is highly desirable.
Year of experience:- 15+
How to Apply
If you are a dynamic and visionary leader with a proven ability to guide multiple companies through strategic growth and collaborative success, we invite you to apply for this transformative role. Join our team and lead the way in shaping the future of our diverse business portfolio across the Ethiopia,Africa and around the Globe
Apply via email recruit@eastafricanholding.com
Only short listed will be contacted
Fields Of Study
Business Administration
Finance
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