JOB PURPOSE
The position requires a visionary   leader; responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction, developing and managing the implementation of the organization’s business strategy while maximizing   shareholders’ value.
Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the organization long-term strategy, ensuring alignment with the organization mission to deliver solutions that meet the unique market.
Market Expansion: Spearhead the growth strategy, identifying new market opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and refining products offering to meet customer needs.
Operational Excellence: Oversee the company's day-to-day operations, ensuring operational efficiency, quality service delivery, and customer satisfaction.
Financial Management: Manage the company's financial strategy, including investments, budgeting, and resource mobilization & allocation to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with statutory regulations & requirements and adapt strategies necessary to navigate the regulatory landscape.
Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Proven Experience: Held executive/senior positions. At least Fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, Ten (10) of which must have been in senior management position preferably in microfinance/banking sector.
Strategic Vision: Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful growth strategies.
Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of the market dynamics, regulatory requirements, and customer behavior in the financial sector.
Financial Acumen: Strong financial management skills, with experience in fundraising, budgeting, and financial planning.
Leadership and Communication: Exceptional leadership qualities, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and drive teams towards achieving common goals. Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
Innovation and Adaptability: A forward-thinking mindset, with a focus on leveraging technology to drive innovation and adapt solutions to meet evolving market needs.
Educational Background: A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field. Certified public accountant (CPAK) or Advanced or post graduate diploma in banking, microfinance will be an added advantage