Ceo

Opus; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable publishing and educational solutions company is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead operations and drive strategic growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience, a strong financial background, and excellent communication skills. This role involves overseeing business operations, managing budgets, and fostering innovation to ensure the company's competitive edge in the market.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience in publishing or education.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for growth and sustainability.
• Oversee business operations to ensure efficiency and profitability.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Financial Acumen

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship Management

Problem Solving

Innovation

Education

Bachelors in Business Administration

MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Job description

Job Title : Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Overview :

A highly reputable publishing and educational solutions company seeks a dynamic and experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its operations drive strategic growth and ensure sustainable profitability. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in leadership operational management and strategic execution within the publishing education or a related industry.

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan to ensure the companys growth and sustainability.

• Drive innovation in product offerings to remain competitive in the evolving education and publishing sectors.
• Maintain alignment between the companys mission vision and business strategies.
• Operational Management

Oversee all business operations to ensure efficiency and profitability.

• Manage budgets optimize resources and implement costsaving strategies without compromising quality.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

Set and achieve financial targets to sustain business growth and profitability.

• Monitor key financial metrics and prepare detailed reports for stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks proactively.

Inspire lead and develop a highperforming executive team.

• Foster a culture of collaboration innovation and accountability across the organization.
• Implement performance management systems to ensure individual and team success.
• Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including clients partners and industry regulators.

• Represent the organization at public events conferences and industry forums.
• Strengthen the companys reputation as a leader in the industry.
• Market and Industry Insight

Stay updated on market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.

• Drive the development of innovative solutions that meet market demands.
• Enhance the companys digital presence and leverage technology to streamline operations.

Requirements :

• A bachelors degree in business administration management or a related field (MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience preferably in publishing education or a similar sector.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth and operational efficiency.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budget management and risk assessment.
• Excellent communication negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Visionary leadership with the ability to adapt to market changes and foster innovation.
• Strategic thinking and problemsolving ability.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to motivate diverse teams.
• Resultsdriven with a focus on measurable outcomes.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.

How to Apply :

Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to emailprotected

Required Experience :

Chief

Key Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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