Opportunity Details

The client, a leading organisation in the agriculture sector operating across multiple countries in Africa, is seeking a Chief Executive Officer. The CEO will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and vision, collaborating with stakeholders in the agricultural sector, and ensuring programmatic coherence with broader continental objectives for agricultural transformation. They will also be tasked with designing and implementing market-oriented solutions, building partnerships with key actors, and facilitating the scale-up of initiatives to improve fertiliser affordability for small-scale farmers.

The successful applicant for this role must have a graduate degree in Agribusiness Development, Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Additional credentials such as professional certifications or specialised training in market development, agribusiness financial services, or agricultural trade are beneficial. Demonstrated expertise in designing and executing business strategies, financial tools, or policy measures to promote agribusiness sector growth is required. This position offers an attractive package and the opportunity to lead a reputable organisation in the agriculture sector.

Overall, the Chief Executive Officer role at The client involves providing strategic leadership, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring programmatic coherence with broader agricultural transformation objectives. The CEO will also be responsible for designing market-oriented solutions, building partnerships, and facilitating the scale-up of initiatives to improve fertiliser affordability for small-scale farmers. The successful applicant must have a graduate degree in a related discipline and demonstrated expertise in business strategy, financial tools, or policy measures to promote agribusiness sector growth. This position offers an attractive package and the opportunity to lead a reputable organisation in the agriculture sector.