Chief Executive Officer

Job Description

The CEO is responsible for leading the overall strategy, growth, and management of the gas commodity exchange. As the executive leader, the CEO will ensure alignment with the goals and objectives of the Board of Directors while maintaining operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and strategic innovation. They will drive a culture of agility, transparency, and excellence within the organisation to ensure its sustained growth and success in a competitive market environment.

Our client is seeking a visionary and execution-oriented CEO to lead the platform through launch and operational growth. This is a rare opportunity to establish a foundational commodity market institution from scratch. They will be responsible for strategic direction, executive leadership, regulatory engagement, and market credibility.

The successful candidate will embody entrepreneurial drive, compliance discipline, and commercial acumen. They must inspire trust and deliver results across both public and private sector engagements.

Personal Specification

Experience & Qualifications

  • Minimum of 15 years in a structured corporate environment, with experience in energy, commodity trading, or capital markets.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field (MSc/MBA advantageous).
  • Deep understanding of Nigerian and West African regulatory landscapes.
  • Demonstrated experience launching new ventures or platforms in emerging markets.
  • Strong financial acumen and familiarity with digital platforms and infrastructure.
  • Experience in managing relationships with regulators, boards, and technical teams

The Person

  • Visionary yet hands-on leader with entrepreneurial flair.
  • Gravitas and credibility in both public and private sector spaces.
  • High integrity and resilience under pressure.
  • Excellent communicator with strong cultural awareness and stakeholder empathy.
  • Comfortable operating in lean, high-stakes environments.
  • Experience in launching or scaling a regulated exchange or digital marketplace.
  • Pan-African or West African operational experience.

Employer

Sector

Energy & Utilities

Function

Management/Consulting

Country

Job Level

Executive

Salary

Competitive