{"id":8866,"date":"2026-06-22T09:00:45","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T09:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/uncategorized\/chief-executive-officer-ceo-at-topfloor\/"},"modified":"2026-06-22T09:00:45","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T09:00:45","slug":"chief-executive-officer-ceo-at-topfloor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/jobs\/lusaka\/chief-executive-officer-ceo-at-topfloor\/","title":{"rendered":"Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at TopFloor"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at TopFloor\", \"description\": \"Description\\n\\n\\nOur client, a wholly owned Zambian Microfinance Institution licensed and regulated by the Bank of Zambia, is looking to hire a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead their team. The CEO will provide strategic leadership and executive management that ensures sustainable growth, profitability, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, effective risk management, and long-term business sustainability. The CEO will also lead the implementation of the Board-approved strategy while fostering a high-performance culture and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.\\n\\n\u00a0\\n\\nKey Tasks and Responsibilities\\n\\nCorporate Governance\\n\\n \\tImplement Board-approved policies, resolutions, and strategic decisions.\\n \\tProvide strategic advice and recommendations to the Board.\\n \\tEnsure compliance with corporate governance principles and regulatory requirements.\\n \\tPromote ethical conduct, accountability, and transparency throughout the institution.\\n\\nStrategic Planning\\n\\n \\tLead the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of the Strategic Plan.\\n \\tDrive innovation, transformation, and continuous improvement initiatives.\\n \\tIdentify growth opportunities and emerging market trends.\\n \\tEnsure achievement of strategic and business objectives.\\n\\nOperations Management\\n\\n \\tOversee the efficient delivery of financial products and services.\\n \\tMonitor branch and departmental performance.\\n \\tPromote operational efficiency and customer service excellence.\\n \\tEnsure effective utilisation of organisational resources.\\n\\nCredit and Portfolio Management\\n\\n \\tProvide oversight of credit operations and portfolio performance.\\n \\tEnsure adherence to approved credit policies and procedures.\\n \\tMonitor portfolio quality and maintain acceptable Portfolio at Risk (PAR) levels.\\n \\tOversee loan recovery and collections strategies.\\n\\nBusiness Development and Marketing\\n\\n \\tDrive customer acquisition, retention, and business growth initiatives.\\n \\tDevelop strategic partnerships and business opportunities.\\n \\tEnhance the institution\u2019s market presence and brand visibility.\\n \\tLead initiatives aimed at increasing market share and profitability.\\n\\nFinancial Management\\n\\n \\tOversee financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.\\n \\tMonitor financial performance, liquidity, and profitability.\\n \\tEnsure prudent financial management and accountability.\\n \\tDrive sustainable revenue growth and cost optimisation.\\n\\nRisk Management and Compliance\\n\\n \\t\\n\\n \\tEstablish and maintain an effective enterprise risk management framework.\\n \\tEnsure compliance with Bank of Zambia regulations and other applicable laws.\\n \\tMonitor strategic, operational, financial, and credit risks.\\n \\tEnsure timely implementation of audit and regulatory recommendations.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\nHuman Capital Management\\n\\n \\tFoster a high-performance and results-driven culture.\\n \\tSupport talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement.\\n \\tEnsure implementation of performance management systems.\\n \\tPromote positive employee and industrial relations.\\n\\nStakeholder Management\\n\\n \\tServe as the principal representative and spokesperson of the institution.\\n \\tBuild and maintain strong relationships with regulators, shareholders, customers, investors, and strategic partners.\\n \\tProtect and enhance the institution\u2019s reputation and corporate image\\n\\n\\n\\nRequirements\\n\\n\\n \\tFull Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate with five (5) credits or better, including English Language and Mathematics (ZAQA certified copy).\\n \\tBachelor\u2019s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Banking, Commerce, Management, Law, or a related field (ZAQA certified copy).\\n \\tA Master\u2019s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Economics, Strategic Management, Leadership, or an equivalent qualification will be an added advantage (ZAQA certified copy).\\n \\tMembership to a relevant professional body with a valid practising licence.\\n \\tMinimum of ten (10) years\u2019 relevant experience in banking, microfinance, financial services, or a related sector, with at least five (5) years at senior management or executive leadership level.\\n \\tDemonstrated experience in strategic leadership, business development, financial management, and stakeholder engagement.\\n \\tSound understanding of the microfinance industry and its regulatory environment.\\n \\tStrong leadership, corporate governance, decision-making, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.\\n \\tHigh levels of integrity, professionalism, analytical thinking, and confidentiality.\\n \\tProficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other relevant business systems.\\n \\tMembership to a relevant professional body with a valid practising licence will be an added advantage.\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-06-22\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"TopFloor\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"LUSAKA\", \"addressCountry\": \"ZM\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-07-13T23:59:59\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> TopFloor<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> LUSAKA<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> FULL_TIME<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-07-13<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Description<\/p>\n<p>Our client, a wholly owned Zambian Microfinance Institution licensed and regulated by the Bank of Zambia, is looking to hire a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead their team. The CEO will provide strategic leadership and executive management that ensures sustainable growth, profitability, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, effective risk management, and long-term business sustainability. The CEO will also lead the implementation of the Board-approved strategy while fostering a high-performance culture and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Key Tasks and Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>Corporate Governance<\/p>\n<p> \tImplement Board-approved policies, resolutions, and strategic decisions.<br \/> \tProvide strategic advice and recommendations to the Board.<br \/> \tEnsure compliance with corporate governance principles and regulatory requirements.<br \/> \tPromote ethical conduct, accountability, and transparency throughout the institution.<\/p>\n<p>Strategic Planning<\/p>\n<p> \tLead the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of the Strategic Plan.<br \/> \tDrive innovation, transformation, and continuous improvement initiatives.<br \/> \tIdentify growth opportunities and emerging market trends.<br \/> \tEnsure achievement of strategic and business objectives.<\/p>\n<p>Operations Management<\/p>\n<p> \tOversee the efficient delivery of financial products and services.<br \/> \tMonitor branch and departmental performance.<br \/> \tPromote operational efficiency and customer service excellence.<br \/> \tEnsure effective utilisation of organisational resources.<\/p>\n<p>Credit and Portfolio Management<\/p>\n<p> \tProvide oversight of credit operations and portfolio performance.<br \/> \tEnsure adherence to approved credit policies and procedures.<br \/> \tMonitor portfolio quality and maintain acceptable Portfolio at Risk (PAR) levels.<br \/> \tOversee loan recovery and collections strategies.<\/p>\n<p>Business Development and Marketing<\/p>\n<p> \tDrive customer acquisition, retention, and business growth initiatives.<br \/> \tDevelop strategic partnerships and business opportunities.<br \/> \tEnhance the institution\u2019s market presence and brand visibility.<br \/> \tLead initiatives aimed at increasing market share and profitability.<\/p>\n<p>Financial Management<\/p>\n<p> \tOversee financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.<br \/> \tMonitor financial performance, liquidity, and profitability.<br \/> \tEnsure prudent financial management and accountability.<br \/> \tDrive sustainable revenue growth and cost optimisation.<\/p>\n<p>Risk Management and Compliance<\/p>\n<p> \tEstablish and maintain an effective enterprise risk management framework.<br \/> \tEnsure compliance with Bank of Zambia regulations and other applicable laws.<br \/> \tMonitor strategic, operational, financial, and credit risks.<br \/> \tEnsure timely implementation of audit and regulatory recommendations.<\/p>\n<p>Human Capital Management<\/p>\n<p> \tFoster a high-performance and results-driven culture.<br \/> \tSupport talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement.<br \/> \tEnsure implementation of performance management systems.<br \/> \tPromote positive employee and industrial relations.<\/p>\n<p>Stakeholder Management<\/p>\n<p> \tServe as the principal representative and spokesperson of the institution.<br \/> \tBuild and maintain strong relationships with regulators, shareholders, customers, investors, and strategic partners.<br \/> \tProtect and enhance the institution\u2019s reputation and corporate image<\/p>\n<p>Requirements<\/p>\n<p> \tFull Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate with five (5) credits or better, including English Language and Mathematics (ZAQA certified copy).<br \/> \tBachelor\u2019s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Banking, Commerce, Management, Law, or a related field (ZAQA certified copy).<br \/> \tA Master\u2019s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Economics, Strategic Management, Leadership, or an equivalent qualification will be an added advantage (ZAQA certified copy).<br \/> \tMembership to a relevant professional body with a valid practising licence.<br \/> \tMinimum of ten (10) years\u2019 relevant experience in banking, microfinance, financial services, or a related sector, with at least five (5) years at senior management or executive leadership level.<br \/> \tDemonstrated experience in strategic leadership, business development, financial management, and stakeholder engagement.<br \/> \tSound understanding of the microfinance industry and its regulatory environment.<br \/> \tStrong leadership, corporate governance, decision-making, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.<br \/> \tHigh levels of integrity, professionalism, analytical thinking, and confidentiality.<br \/> \tProficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other relevant business systems.<br \/> \tMembership to a relevant professional body with a valid practising licence will be an added advantage.<\/p>\n<h3>Requirements<\/h3>\n<p>Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate with five (5) credits or better, including English Language and Mathematics (ZAQA certified copy). Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Banking, Commerce, Management, Law, or a related field (ZAQA certified copy). A Master\u2019s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Economics, Strategic Management, Leadership, or an equivalent qualification will be an added advantage (ZAQA certified copy). Membership to a relevant professional body with a valid practising licence. Minimum of ten (10) years\u2019 relevant experience in banking, microfinance, financial services, or a related sector, with at least five (5) years at senior management or executive leadership level. Demonstrated experience in strategic leadership, business development, financial management, and stakeholder engagement. Sound understanding of the microfinance industry and its regulatory environment. Strong leadership, corporate governance, decision-making, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. High levels of integrity, professionalism, analytical thinking, and confidentiality. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other relevant business systems. Membership to a relevant professional body with a valid practising licence will be an added advantage.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Submit your CV and Application on Company Website : Click Here Closing Date : 25th June , 2026.<br \/>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<br \/>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({<br \/>    google_ad_client: &#8220;ca-pub-1808132527602063&#8221;,<br \/>    enable_page_level_ads: true<br \/>  });<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/jobs.workable.com\/view\/p9uxwBTy4emcD78s3qmao6\/chief-executive-officer-(ceo)-in-lusaka-at-topfloor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;background:#2271b1;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><small>Source: Jobweb Zambia<\/small><\/p>\n<p><!-- job-expiry: 2026-07-13 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Company: TopFloor Location: LUSAKA Job Type: FULL_TIME Apply Before: 2026-07-13 Job Description Description Our client, a wholly owned Zambian Microfinance Institution licensed and regulated by the Bank of Zambia, is looking to hire a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead their team. 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