Tony Elumelu Foundation Recruiting Executive Director/ CEO

Tony Elumelu Foundation The Tony Elumelu Foundation is a start-up, independent, not-for-profit, delivery-focused institution, dedicated to the promotion and celebration of excellence in business management, entrepreneurship and leadership across Africa.
The Foundation is an expression of the entrepreneurial vision of Tony Elumelu, retiring Chief Executive of United Bank for Africa Pic, and its central objective, is the application of business leadership skills and knowledge, specifically in the African contex

Executive Director/CEO

Who are we looking for?
The Foundation is recruiting an outstanding individual to serve as its inaugural Executive Director/CEO.
This position will report to the Trustees and Independent Advisory Board, composed of eminent African and global business leaders

Essential Requirements for the role
• Experience with a start-up organization/early implementation of a similar project
• Ability to champion the goals of the Foundation
• Track record of building partnerships with relevant stakeholders
• Experience in fund raising and accessing international networks
• Proficiency in written and spoken English. Proficiency in French will be an added advantage
• Willingness to travel extensively across Africa

What’s on offer?
• The remuneration packageattached to this position is attractive and competitive

Closing date for application is July 10, 2010.

Method of Application
To apply and request a detailed job description,
please write to edrole@tonyelumelufoundation.org, enclosing CV and motivation letter.