North Star Trade Share Company invites qualified and competent applicants to apply for the following vacant post.
Position: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Duty Station (Hub): Mekelle, Tigrai, Ethiopia
Duration: 5 years with a 90-day trial period
Job Summary:
Purpose of the Position:
To lead Northern Star Airlines towards sustainable growth and profitability while ensuring operational excellence and regulatory compliance. The CEO will also play a crucial role in securing funding and strategic investments.
Reporting to:
Board of Directors
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the airline’s strategic vision and business plan.
- Operational Management: Oversee all aspects of the airline’s operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
- Aviation Industry Expertise: Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements.
- Financial Oversight: Manage the airline’s financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Capital Markets Engagement: Develop and execute strategies for accessing capital markets and securing funding.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant aviation regulations.
- Stakeholder Management: Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Innovation and Improvement: Drive continuous improvement and innovation.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate operational and financial risks.
Job Requirements:
- Education: Advanced degree in Business Administration, Finance, Aviation Management, or related field.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years of senior management experience in the airline industry or related sector.
- Proven track record in leading large, complex organizations.
- Extensive experience in capital markets and financial management.
- Skills:
- Strong leadership and strategic planning abilities.
- Deep understanding of airline operations and regulatory environments.
- Exceptional financial acumen and communication skills.
- Personal Attributes:
- High level of integrity and ethical standards.
- Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
- Ability to inspire and lead a diverse team.
- Resilience and adaptability.
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Achievement of financial targets and profitability.
- Successful capital market engagement.
- Improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Employee engagement and organizational culture development.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit:
- A detailed CV.
- A cover letter outlining their suitability for the role.
- References from previous employers.
- A statement of their experience and approach to engaging with capital markets.
Selection Process:
- Initial screening of applications.
- Preliminary interviews with a selection committee.
- Final interviews with the Board of Directors HR team.
- Reference and background checks.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Relocation assistance, if applicable.
Timeline:
- Application Deadline: August 15th, 2024
- Start Date: September 1st, 2024
Contact Information:
For further inquiries, please contact: info@northernstaraviationgroup.com
Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to receiving your application.