Arts Media Production SC (Arts) is looking for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO), a senior executive tasked with overseeing over the whole Media Production Organization of Arts TV Group of Companies. The successful candidate will have proven professional management experience and a detailed knowledge of Top Level Management and best practice processes to make sure that all operations are running efficiently and all policies are adhered to in the Media Production Company.
Objectives of this Role:
● The CEO will report to the Board of Directors of the Share Company.
● Setting and driving organizational vision, operational strategy, and hiring needs
● Translating strategy into actionable goals for performance and growth helping to implement organization-wide goal setting, performance management, and annual operating planning
● Oversee company operations and employee productivity, building a highly inclusive culture ensuring team members thrive and organizational outcomes are met
● Ensure effective recruiting, onboarding, professional development, performance management, and retention
● Adhere to company, federal, state, and local business requirements, enforcing compliance and taking action when necessary
● Analyze internal operations and identify areas of process enhancement
● Directly oversee operations, HR, and accounting, and sales management to budget for sufficient investment capital to achieve growth targets over the near term
● Aggressively manage capital investment and expenses to ensure the company achieves investor targets relative to growth and profitability
● Monitor performance with tracking and establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports, both current and forecasting
● Maintain and build trusted relationships with key customers, clients, partners, and stakeholders
Responsibilities:
● Designing and implementing business operations.
● Establishing policies that promote company culture and vision.
● Overseeing operations of the company and the work of executives.
● Design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures
● Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth
● Establish policies that promote company culture and vision
● Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of executives (Program, Production, News, IT, Marketing, Sales, Finance etc.)
● Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication
● Evaluate performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics
● Write and submit reports in all matters of importance
● Spearheading in fundraising ventures
● Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances etc.)
● Working together with key participants to compile the budget.
● Spearheading strategies to steer the company’s future in a positive direction.
● Driving the company’s operating capabilities to surpass customer satisfaction and retention, and company goals.
● Controlling company costs, and introducing tactical initiatives to address theft and other losses.
● Monitoring invoices, money handling procedures, accounting and bank processes.
● Preparing timely and accurate financial performance reports.
● Overseeing marketing initiatives and implementing better business practices.
● Delegating responsibilities to ensure staff members grow as capable participants.
● Employing various initiatives to coach employees to optimize their capabilities.
● Completing performance reviews in a prudent manner.
● Assessing and implementing improved processes and new technologies, and collaborating with management regarding the implementation of these improvements.
Job Requirements
Requirements / Required Traits:
● Minimum Five Year experience managing a complex enterprise’s human resources, finances, operations and strategies as Chief Executive Office or relevant role, preferably in the Media Industry
● Proven track record of Outstanding organizational and leadership performance in a previous complex enterprise.
● Proven track record of managing complex budgets successfully.
● Demonstrated experience of ethical leadership.
● Outstanding verbal and written skills, and experience working with staff on all levels.
● Ability to make business projections three years into the future.
● Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
● Working knowledge of IT/Business infrastructure/ERP software and MS Office
● Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills
● Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
Skills and Qualifications / Preferred Qualifications
● BSc/BA in Business Administration or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus
● 7+ year experience in executive leadership positions
● Leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity
● Understanding of advanced business planning and regulatory issues
● A solid grasp of data analysis and performance metrics
● Fundraising experience preferred
● International business experience preferred
● Prior Media Industry experience preferred
How to Apply
To Apply: email your application Cover Letter and CV to [email protected]
Note: Use “Media CEO” as the subject line of your email
More Information
- Address Addis Ababa
- Experience Level Senior
- Total Years Experience 5-10
- Qualification BA/BSc
