Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at RedAid

Duration of the Contract: 2 years (with possibility for renewal)
Type of Contract: Fixed-term Contract According to the Labour Law of Nigeria

Job Description

• The position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is a unique opportunity to shape and spearhead RedAid Nigeria.
• The CEO shapes RedAid strategy, increases its visibility and ensures its recognition as a leading player and innovator in the sector and among key stakeholders.
• This position of responsibility will enable you to contribute to advancing RedAid's objectives in the country with a strong commitment to people living with poverty-related diseases.
• You will promote and defend the interests of RedAid at regional and international levels.
• You will also act as a facilitator between RedAid and DAHW and will ensure synergy and complementarity.
• You will work together with an inspiring and motivated team in the programme country.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Creating, communicating, and implementing the organization's vision, mission, and overall direction.
• Working with the Board of Trustees and the Management Team to develop and implement high-quality business strategies, plans and policies; ensuring their alignment with short-term and long-term objectives.
• Taking ownership & accountability of leading, motivating and developing a high performing managerial team.
• Overseeing all operations and business activities to ensure they produce the desired results and are consistent with the overall strategy and mission.
• Overseeing the organization's financial structure, ensuring adequate and sound funding for its mission and goals.
• Representing and promoting RedAid among opinion formers and decision makers at relevant GOS and NGOs forums widely.
• Reviewing the financial results of all operations, comparing them with the organization's objectives and taking appropriate measures to correct unsatisfactory performance and results.
• Ensuring the RedAid's compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and standards,
• Fundraising to expand RedAid's program portfolio and impact.
• Evaluating the work of other executive leaders within the organization.
• Creating a positive culture in RedAid. This is done by taking actions such as listening to employees and paying attention to diversity and inclusion.
• Liaising and cooperating with DAHW structure (global and regional) to maintain synergies in project planning and implementation.
• Contributing to the development and strengthening of DAHW's programme portfolio in line with its strategic mandates, including disaster response and humanitarian emergency
• Performing other related duties to benefit the mission of the organization.

Your Profile

• Higher education (post-graduate degree) - PhD and/or Master's Degree in Public Health or any of the Social Sciences.
• At least 10 years' experience in the field of NGOs, international cooperation and/or global public health.
• At least 5 years' experience in managerial position with responsibility for human resources.
• Very strong organisational skills Proven knowledge of the use of economic analysis of organization's financial situation.
• Familiarity with diverse business functions such as fundraising, PR, HR, etc. Proven knowledge of the ability to structure the setup of an organisation in an efficient way and to ensure continuous organizational development.
• Ability to build consensus and relationships among executives, partners, and the workforce.
• Experience with corporate governance.
• Proven negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, plan personal workload effectively and delegate.
• Good knowledge of profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow management and general finance and budgeting.
• Sensitivity to RedAid's target groups.

Important Leadership Traits to have:

• Strong leadership ability.
• Strategic mindset.
• Professional business acumen.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills.
• Excellent ability to lead and manage.
• Continually drive effective results.
• Communicate effectively at all levels