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Group Chief Financial Officer

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Our client in the agricultural sector is seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their dynamic team in Kenya. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to lead and transform the financial operations of a leading organisation in its field.

Responsibilities:

  • Fundraising Expertise: Proven success in fundraising and capital raising.
  • Investor Relations: Strong ability to manage and nurture investor relationships.
  • Exit Strategy Planning: Experience in preparing for an IPO or a similar exit strategy.
  • Financial Management: Expertise in overseeing financial operations up to $100M.
  • Financial Modeling: Advanced financial modeling skills are essential.
  • Communication & Leadership: Exceptional leadership and communication abilities; a motivating leader and an effective manager.
  • International Experience: Must have experience working in global or multicultural settings.

Requirements:

  • Experience: 8+ years in a CFO or senior finance role, with a strong preference for experience in a start-up or scale-up environment
  • Location: Based in Nairobi or surrounding regions (for exceptional candidates).
  • Team Dynamics: Comfortable working in a small, fast-paced, and growing team.
  • Hands-On Approach: Proactive and willing to engage in day-to-day operations.
  • Personality: Outgoing, adaptable, and able to excel in a fast-moving, scale-up environment.
  • Passion: Deep commitment to social and environmental impact.

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Executive

Industry: Agriculture Fishing and Forestry

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Location: Nairobi

Job Reference: QEJ928-F55999BB

Date posted: 20 September 2024

Consultant: Sinead Dunningham

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