Chief Executive Officer at Global Development Incubator (GDI)

He/She will lead and direct all GDI Africa operations in the region.

The CEO should have the capacity and expertise to support the implementation of a strategic plan and then transition to a clear and responsible operational handoff, ensuring that the right engines for growth are built for continued transformative social impact.

GDI Africa is looking for candidates with a mix of leadership, entrepreneurial, strategic, and operational experience; in particular with respect to implementing innovative financial structures, complex partnerships, managing donor relationships, grant management and fundraising.

Position Requirements;

• At least 20-25 years of professional experience in leadership in Multinational social impact organizations.
• Visionary leader with demonstrated experience in business incubation from idea stage to growth
• Experience in structuring complex financial products
• Extensive experience in fundraising and closing grant relationships
• Extensive experience in management consulting, business modelling, business planning, financial modelling and banking
• Experience in growing organizations
• Demonstrated hands on experience in hiring and management of large cross border teams 10+
• Master’s Degree in international development economics, finance, or business.
• Experience working in global environment multiple countries