Chief Executive Officer

Job Description : CEO ETHIOPIA a leading food producing company in Ethiopia. The Company has been growing rapidly over the last 10 years and is poised to enter its next phase of growth supported by a significant private equity investment. Based in Addis Ababa, the Company is seeking a CEO to lead it through its next growth phase. Summary: The Executive will be responsible for managing all aspects of the company’s operations and growth plans. The Executive shall report directly to the Board of Directors of the Company and shall actively lead and participate in strategic, operational and financial discussions and presentations to the Board. The Executive will be responsible for designing and executing on an operational improvement and growth plan. Through the management of the Company and its employees, the Executive’s duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Ensure the overall coordination of the flow of tasks in the organization and the proper implementation of the action plans 2. Responsible for managing company-wide manufacturing process including the launch of new production lines 3. Design and execution of the growth plan including overseeing multiple new products / segments development at the same time 4. Drive operational and profitability improvement initiatives 5. Monitor closely the raw material sourcing process in view of Ethiopia’s current FX shortage issue 6. Promote quality achievement throughout the organization 7. Lead and motivate the senior management of the company and employees to achieve their goals and targets 8. Develop the mission, vision, strategic plan, annual action plan and budget of the company and ensure their implementation; 9. Prepare quarterly and annual performance reports regarding financial and non-financial performance of the company and submit to the Board of Directors 10. Ensure the implementation of good corporate governance in line with best practices 11. Manage all relationships on behalf of the Company and shareholders including those with the Company’s staff, clients, suppliers, government & regulatory bodies and strategic partners Preferred Skills & Experience: • Proven experience as CEO, COO or other senior managerial position in the FMCG sector • Previous experience in the food sector is preferred • Entrepreneurial mindset with strong leadership skills • Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently • 10-15 years of relevant experience • BSc/BA degree in the food industry, engineering or business preferred

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