Chief Executive Officer

SUMMARY:

A well-established Agricultural Industry Association is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking CEO to represent the interests of the industry and the producers, aiming to maximize the long-term profitability and sustainability of its members.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a M.Sc. or MA in Business Administration and/or Agric. Economics
• Minimum 10 years’ proven experience as CEO or relevant senior role
• Experience in developing strategy and implementing vision is essential
• Must have effective change management experience including the implementation and communication thereof
• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities, excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills, as well as analytical abilities and problem-solving skills

• Implementing the company’s mission, vision, and strategy, including short-, medium-, and long-term goals.
• Assisting/facilitating the Board in formulating strategies to support the vision and mission.
• Overseeing the overall performance of the company according to the strategic mandate.
• Developing and implementing the budget.
• Providing leadership and direction to the top management team, ensuring they are formulating and implementing policies and plans appropriate to the strategy.
• Working closely with the COO and management team to ensure the correct structure and succession planning for the organization.
• Assisting in driving industry transformation.
• Managing key stakeholder relationships.
• Interacting and communicating with stakeholders.
• Ensuring corporate governance and compliance.
• Driving market access and development.
• Analyzing problematic situations and occurrences and providing solutions to ensure overall survival and growth.
• Maintaining a deep knowledge and understanding of the citrus market and industry.
• Attending/representing the company, including but not limited to, Fruit South Africa, Agbiz, Agrihub, PPECB, WCO, Government, and various trade workgroups. The CEO is also representing the company in the media.

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