Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at West African Centre for Public Health and Development (WACPHD)

The West African Centre for Public Health and Development (WACPHD) is a non-governmental organization working on improving health equity through sustained research, program delivery, technical assistance, and education.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) provides strategic leadership to ensure the organization delivers on its mission, strengthens its institutional relevance, and achieves long-term financial sustainability.
• The CEO serves as the link between the Board’s strategic vision and day-to-day execution, driving impact through strong partnerships, sound governance, and effective organizational leadership.

Job Description
Strategic Leadership & Business Development:

• Lead the development and execution of a strategic plan aligned with the organization’s mission and long-term goals.
• Drive organizational growth through resource mobilization, including grants, partnerships, and other revenue-generating opportunities.
• Monitor sector trends, donor priorities, and policy environments to identify new programmatic and funding opportunities.
• Ensure effective risk management, compliance, and adherence to ethical and regulatory standards.

Operational & Financial Oversight:

• Provide overall oversight of organizational operations to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and reporting, ensuring transparent and responsible use of resources.
• Establish performance monitoring mechanisms to track progress against strategic objectives and organizational priorities.
• Promote continuous improvement of internal systems and processes to enhance institutional performance.

Leadership & Organizational Culture:

• Provide leadership and direction to senior management, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
• Support leadership development and succession planning to ensure institutional continuity.
• Promote organizational values and a positive workplace culture aligned with the mission.

Stakeholder Engagement & Representation:

• Serve as the organization’s principal representative with government agencies, donors, partners, and external stakeholders.
• Strengthen institutional visibility and credibility through strategic communication and relationship management.
• Maintain productive relationships with the Board/Country Director, providing timely updates and strategic guidance.

Terms of Reference (ToR) & Performance Timeline
Phase 1: Organizational Diagnosis & Alignment

Timeline: Months 1–2
Key Actions:

• Conduct a high-level assessment of organizational strategy, financial health, operational systems, and ongoing programs.
• Engage key internal and external stakeholders to understand expectations, risks, and opportunities.

Deliverable:

• A “State of the Organization” report, including priority actions and a 90-day stabilization and alignment plan.

Phase 2: Strategy Execution & System Strengthening
Timeline: Months 3–5

Key Actions:

• Lead refinement and rollout of the organization’s strategic priorities and implementation roadmap.
• Implement performance monitoring tools and reporting structures to support data-driven decision-making.
• Advance a business development strategy to diversify funding sources.

Deliverables:

• Updated strategic roadmap
• Organizational KPI framework and performance dashboard

Phase 3: Growth, Partnerships & Performance Review
Timeline: Months 6–8

Key Actions:

• Strengthen partnerships with donors, government institutions, and strategic collaborators.
• Conduct a mid-year financial and operational review to optimize resource use and program delivery.

Deliverables:

• Mid-year organizational performance and financial review
• Partnership development progress report

Phase 4: Sustainability & Forward Planning
Timeline: Months 9–11

Key Actions:

• Secure and/or advance long-term funding or partnership opportunities.
• Lead preparation of the annual organizational report, budget, and work plan for the following year.

Deliverables:

• Annual Impact Report
• Approved work plan and budget for the subsequent year

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Master’s Degree in Business, Management, Public Health, or a related field at a minimum.
• Experience: 7+ years and above of senior leadership experience, preferably within development, nonprofit/for-profit organizations.

Competencies:

• Proven experience in strategic leadership, organizational management, partnership development, and financial oversight.

Application Closing Date
20th March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online