This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional board member to contribute to the growth and success of a leading laboratory company in East Africa. The successful candidate will have a track record of strategic thinking, sales and marketing, financial oversight, and effective leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the company & strategic plan.
• Provide oversight and guidance to management in the execution of the company& operations.
• Monitor the company& financial performance, ensuring appropriate controls are in place to manage financial risk.
• Ensure that the company operates within relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Act as a company representative to stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and shareholders.
• Participate in board meetings and provide input on key decisions affecting the company.
• Review and approve the company & annual budget and financial statements.
• Provide advice and support to the CEO and executive team.
• An active member of board sub-committees.
• Work collaboratively with other board members and executive leadership to drive company success.

Requirements:

• Have extensive work experience in senior management roles within the laboratory, quality management, and assurance space.
• Some experience serving on a board of directors will be excellent but optional.
• Strong sales and marketing acumen, with experience overseeing sales strategies and marketing budgets.
• Knowledge of quality management systems will be a great advantage.
• Some working knowledge of the international donor funding landscape for quality and food systems will be a great value add.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Ability to think strategically and provide valuable input on critical business decisions.
• Bring an entrepreneurial outlook and energy to the execution of the organization & strategy.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to the company & operations.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to guide and mentor executive leadership as needed.
• Degree in a relevant field, such as laboratory science, food or veterinary science or any other relevant technical field.

We strongly encourage Female candidates to apply.

Applications close on 31st May 2023

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.