Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Development Exchange Centre (DEC)

Development Exchange Centre (DEC) is a non-government, not-for profit organization with a mandate to support rural and urban women to improve living conditions. This is pursued through the provision of social and micro finance services for socio-economic empowerment.

We are currently recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Bauchi

Job Descriptions

• DEC is currently seeking an experienced, professional Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to oversee all operations, functions, and activities within the organization.
• The ideal candidate will have the skills and confidence needed to be the face of the organization, shouldering the responsibility of providing organization -wide strategic direction and implementing a progressive vision for the future.

General Responsibilities
Board Governance:

• Works with board in order to fulfill the organization mission.
• Responsible for leading DEC in a manner that supports and guides the organization’s mission as defined by the Board of Directors.
• Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions.

Financial Performance and Viability:

• Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financial health of the organization.
• Responsible for the fiscal integrity of DEC to include submission to the Board of a proposed annual budget and monthly financial statements, which accurately reflect the financial condition of the organization.
• Responsible for fiscal management that generally anticipates operating within the approved budget, ensures maximum resource utilization, and maintenance of the organization in a positive financial position.
• Responsible for fundraising and developing other resources necessary to support DEC’s mission.

Organization Mission and Strategy:

• Works with board and staff to ensure that the mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning and community outreach.
• Responsible for implementation of DEC’s programs that carry out the organization’s mission.
• Responsible for strategic planning to ensure that DEC can successfully fulfill its Mission into the future.
• Responsible for the enhancement of DEC’s image by being active and visible in the community and by working closely with other professional, civic and private organizations.

Organization Operations:

• Oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that the operations of the organization are appropriate.
• Responsible for effective administration of DEC operations.
• Responsible for the hiring and retention of competent, qualified staff.
• Responsible for signing all notes, agreements, and other instruments made and entered into and on behalf of the organization.

Requirements and Qualifications

• MBA or Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Social Work, Psychology or related area with requisite experience in administrating an organization or division involved in human social services.
• Minimum of 5 years related experience in administration of non-profit, or public service agency
• Transparent and high integrity leadership
• Solid, hands-on, budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making and reporting
• Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation
• Ability to convey a vision of DEC’s strategic future to staff, board, partners and donors
• Knowledge of fundraising strategies and donor relations unique to nonprofit sector
• Skills to collaborate with and motivate board members and other partners
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to interface and engage diverse partners and donor groups
• Strong public speaking ability

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to develop and implement strategies that will successfully promote the organization’s mission and increase market share.
• Cultivate comprehensive business plans aimed to realize the goals and objectives set by the board of directors.
• Drive to collaborate well and assemble an effective team of leaders.
• Commitment to providing excellent guidance and coaching to subordinate managers.
• Ability to remain committed to compliance with all internal policies and legal regulations in every area of the organization’s daily activities, including fostering development of short and long-term plans, policies, and guidelines in this area.
• Outstanding management skills to direct and oversee investments and fundraising efforts.
• Aptitude for forging and maintaining fruitful relationships of trust with shareholders, partners, and external authorities.
• Poise and strength of character needed to be the public face representing the company, remaining ever mindful of the need to maintain good PR standing
• Ability to review and provide constructive feedback on reports made by subordinate managers.
• Ability to work well under pressure, take proactive measures against possible challenges, and resolve issues quickly, managing crises rapidly and effectively when necessary.

Application Closing Date
7th June, 2019.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send in their detailed CV and a personal statement on the position applied for to: [email protected] and copy [email protected]

Note: Women are encouraged to apply and applications will be treated with equal opportunity to all.