Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
2025-09-16T14:59:05+00:00
Zambia International Trade Fair Trust
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FULL_TIME
P.O. Box 71058 Liberia Rd, Show Grounds, Ndola.
Ndola
Ndola
10101
Zambia
Professional Services
Admin & Office
2025-09-30T17:00:00+00:00
Zambia
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The Zambia International Trade Fair Trust (ZITFT) is seeking an exceptional and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead one of Zambia’s flagship institutions for trade, investment, and industrial growth. As the custodian of the country’s premier trade and exhibition platform, the CEO will play a pivotal role in strengthening Zambia’s position as a competitive business hub in the region, fostering innovation, and driving inclusive economic development.
1. REPORTING LINE
The CEO will report to the Board of Trustees.
2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Provide strategic leadership and build organisational capacity to deliver on the Trust’s mandate.
- Develop and implement innovative business development and investment strategies aligned with national and corporate objectives.
- Oversee infrastructure modernisation and ensure world-class exhibition standards.
- Foster a results-oriented organisational culture that promotes teamwork, accountability, and performance excellence.
- Champion enterprise risk management, compliance, and adherence to regulatory and safety standards.
- Ensure financial sustainability, effective resource utilisation, and asset optimisation.
- Strengthen ZITFT’s reputation as a trusted partner by engaging government, private sector, international partners, and the community.
- Present timely and comprehensive reports to the Board to support evidence-based decision-making.
3. QUALIFICATION Qualifications & Experience.
- Grade 12 School Certificate.
- MBA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification.
- Membership with a relevant professional body.
- At least 10 years’ senior management experience with a proven track record in strategic leadership and organisational transformation.
- Strong background in accounting, financial management, marketing and corporate governance.
- Valid Zambian driver’s licence.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
4. SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
- Inspirational leadership and excellent communication skills.
- Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen.
- High levels of integrity, adaptability, and resilience.
- Ability to think strategically, analyse complex issues, and provide innovative solutions.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and networking skills.
- Proven ability to motivate teams and deliver measurable results.
Provide strategic leadership and build organisational capacity to deliver on the Trust’s mandate. Develop and implement innovative business development and investment strategies aligned with national and corporate objectives. Oversee infrastructure modernisation and ensure world-class exhibition standards. Foster a results-oriented organisational culture that promotes teamwork, accountability, and performance excellence. Champion enterprise risk management, compliance, and adherence to regulatory and safety standards. Ensure financial sustainability, effective resource utilisation, and asset optimisation. Strengthen ZITFT’s reputation as a trusted partner by engaging government, private sector, international partners, and the community. Present timely and comprehensive reports to the Board to support evidence-based decision-making.
Grade 12 School Certificate. MBA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification. Membership with a relevant professional body. At least 10 years’ senior management experience with a proven track record in strategic leadership and organisational transformation. Strong background in accounting, financial management, marketing and corporate governance. Valid Zambian driver’s licence. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
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Vacancy title:
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Admin & Office]
Jobs at:
Zambia International Trade Fair Trust
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, September 30 2025
Duty Station:
P.O. Box 71058 Liberia Rd, Show Grounds, Ndola. | Ndola | Ndola | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, September 16 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
The Zambia International Trade Fair Trust (ZITFT) is seeking an exceptional and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead one of Zambia’s flagship institutions for trade, investment, and industrial growth. As the custodian of the country’s premier trade and exhibition platform, the CEO will play a pivotal role in strengthening Zambia’s position as a competitive business hub in the region, fostering innovation, and driving inclusive economic development.
1. REPORTING LINE
The CEO will report to the Board of Trustees.
2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Provide strategic leadership and build organisational capacity to deliver on the Trust’s mandate.
- Develop and implement innovative business development and investment strategies aligned with national and corporate objectives.
- Oversee infrastructure modernisation and ensure world-class exhibition standards.
- Foster a results-oriented organisational culture that promotes teamwork, accountability, and performance excellence.
- Champion enterprise risk management, compliance, and adherence to regulatory and safety standards.
- Ensure financial sustainability, effective resource utilisation, and asset optimisation.
- Strengthen ZITFT’s reputation as a trusted partner by engaging government, private sector, international partners, and the community.
- Present timely and comprehensive reports to the Board to support evidence-based decision-making.
3. QUALIFICATION Qualifications & Experience.
- Grade 12 School Certificate.
- MBA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification.
- Membership with a relevant professional body.
- At least 10 years’ senior management experience with a proven track record in strategic leadership and organisational transformation.
- Strong background in accounting, financial management, marketing and corporate governance.
- Valid Zambian driver’s licence.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
4. SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
- Inspirational leadership and excellent communication skills.
- Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen.
- High levels of integrity, adaptability, and resilience.
- Ability to think strategically, analyse complex issues, and provide innovative solutions.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and networking skills.
- Proven ability to motivate teams and deliver measurable results.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 120
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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