Chief Executive Officer

Adept Systems - Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer

Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate Experience 10 years Location Nairobi Job Field Strategic and Top Management

What you will deliver

• Profitable growth. Execute a strategy aimed at significant revenue growth within two years, strengthening profitability while also reclaiming and growing market share.
• New business and strategic partnerships. Win major clients, deepen executive relationships, negotiate alliances that generate revenue and expand our presence across Eastern Africa.
• New revenue streams. Commercialise technology-enabled services, data processing and corporate services as well as opening new markets and customer segments.
• Better performance and client value. Spearhead technology innovations to improve productivity and customer experience.
• Strong stewardship. Safeguard financial discipline, governance, regulatory compliance, cyber security and business continuity while pursuing growth.

What you will bring

• A record of commercial delivery. Demonstrable success growing revenue, winning significant business, building strategic partnerships and negotiating complex deals.
• Networks that create value. Strong relationship-building skills and executive credibility with corporate leaders, boards, financial institutions, regulators and strategic partners.
• Executive leadership experience. At least 10 years in senior leadership, including at least 6 years in executive leadership, with experience reporting to a Board plus strong financial management capability.
• Relevant sector exposure. Experience in highly regulated, technology-enabled organisations, with exposure to financial services, capital markets, corporate services or adjacent sectors.
• Qualifications. A master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law, Economics or a related discipline, plus a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline. Relevant professional qualifications and corporate governance certification are desirable.
• Drive and judgement. Commercial acumen, initiative, resilience and the courage to execute, matched by integrity, emotional intelligence and the ability to inspire performance while leading change.

Closing date October 2, 2026