CEO Job for a startup in the Education-Technology

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Our fintech startup is seeking a CEO to build out an innovative team and digital platform development. Our mission is to empower people to take control of their financial lives and foster financial well-being.

Description

This role is ideal for someone who has the right mix of leadership, passion, energy and experience to build a new digital business in the financial sector of Tanzania. The ideal candidate is business savvy, has an entrepreneurial spirit and innovative nature, has a vast network in the financial industry and has experience dealing with NGOs and Donors.

The CEO will also be responsible for providing the short-term and long-term company vision as well as the development of the sales and marketing strategy. He/she will also be responsible for achieving fundraising and revenue objectives.

The ideal candidate will have been successful in startup companies (or will have learned from previous failures) focused on the wants and needs of consumers in the financial services industry.

In addition to being the face, voice and spirit of the company, the candidate must demonstrate a track record in financial services and technology.

Focus During the First 12 Months:

Develop and lead execution of product development, marketing and customer service
Create an appropriate user acquisition strategy
Establish strategic partnerships with other companies to reach the ambitious user growth targets

Responsibilities and Duties

Leadership

Provide vision and leadership that attracts followers
Public relations, including evangelizing technology entrepreneurship through public speaking, digital media, and representing the startup sector.
Motivate a high-performance, innovative and results-driven organization

Strategy & Planning

Develop short/long term company and product roadmap.
Establish and implement short and long-term goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
Build and motivate a world-class product, marketing and customer service team.
Responsible for all elements of HR, employee compensation plans, and benefits.
Develop a financial plan for the organization

Operational Management

Oversee operating plan, budget, cash flow, and company finances.
Create and revise all content while building a world-class content development team.
Establish strategic partnerships with other companies to reach the ambitious user growth targets
Build and lead an effective and cohesive executive management team to include all company employees, while establishing a basic personnel policy, initiating and monitoring policies relating to personnel actions and training and professional development programs.
Ensure company objectives and standards of performance are not only understood but owned by management and employees.
Ensure the company complies with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements and, where appropriate, best practices.
Establish, achieve, and report on financials and milestones to investors.

Requirements & Qualifications

University degree, preferably MBA in the field of business administration and finance.
Prior experience in sales and/or leadership efforts in a startup company preferably with a background in financial services.
Excellent leadership, negotiation, management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work strategically, but also hands-on problem-solving.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills in English and Swahili.
Extensive experience in fundraising and investor relationships, especially in the NGO/Donor space.
Experience in East Africa and familiarity with Financial Literacy domain.
Track record of building innovative, creative, and collaborative teams.
Strong desire to lead from a strategic and tactical perspective in all aspects of day-to-day company operations.

Application Process:

To apply for this position, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (CEO Job – Tanzania ) to vacancies@staffrite.co.ke before 28th, Jun 2024.

NB: This job is open to all nationalities, however, Tanzanian citizens are highly encouraged to apply.

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