CEO - Lead Change with CLENT Africa

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Location: Remote
Commitment: Part-time, Volunteer (15-20 hours/week)
Duration: 12 months (you can extend if you want to)

About CLENT Africa:

Are you passionate about driving positive change in Africa? CLENT Africa is a 3 month old baby but is also a forward-thinking non-profit dedicated to climate resilience, renewable energy, and social empowerment. We focus on uplifting marginalized communities, including women, children, and people with disabilities, through innovative projects that promote environmental health, climate action and social inclusion. We heavily rely on GitHub as our work tool since we're building in the open - open source(It's okay to learn how to navigate and comment on the way ❤️). If you're excited about the idea of being our first CEO and giving us the foundation to drive impact, then we can wait to meet you! Join us as we create a sustainable future for Africa’s most underserved populations.

Position Overview:

We’re seeking a visionary leader to become our Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This is not just a role; it’s a chance to lead a growing organization at the forefront of social and environmental change. If you have the drive to shape and implement impactful strategies, work with diverse teams, and expand our mission, this role is for you. As CEO, you will set the direction, spearhead initiatives, and be the face of CLENT Africa as we bring our vision to life.

What You’ll Do:

• Craft and execute a bold strategic vision, ensuring every action aligns with our mission to empower African communities and promote sustainability.
• Lead innovative programs and campaigns, ensuring they are impactful and transformative for the communities we serve.
• Work closely with the Board of Directors to refine and expand our organizational goals, setting the stage for growth and sustainability.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders to secure funding and strategic support.
• Manage a passionate team of volunteers and staff, promoting a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusive growth.
• Drive fundraising efforts, identifying opportunities for grants, partnerships, and new revenue streams to sustain and expand our work.
• Act as the primary spokesperson and representative for CLENT Africa, advocating for our mission at public forums, conferences, and key events.
• Oversee financial and operational performance to ensure all programs are compliant, effective, and aligned with best practices.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven leadership experience, preferably in a non-profit, social enterprise, or mission-driven organization.
• A deep passion for climate action, renewable energy, and social justice, with the ability to inspire others.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to connect with donors, partners, and diverse communities.
• Experience in fundraising, grant writing, or developing strategic partnerships.
• Ability to manage and motivate a remote, diverse team while fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Strong strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to guide the organization toward its vision.
• Comfortable using digital tools like Google Workspace, GitHub, and other collaborative platforms.

What You’ll Gain:

• The chance to lead a dynamic organization dedicated to making a real impact on critical social and environmental issues.
• Hands-on experience in strategic leadership, fundraising, and organizational management.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference in communities across Africa while building a legacy of sustainable change.
• Flexible working hours with the freedom to work remotely.
• A unique chance to network with global changemakers, partners, and industry leaders in sustainability.
• A certificate of recognition upon the successful completion of your term as CEO.

How to Apply:

Are you ready to make a difference and lead CLENT Africa to new heights? Apply now by filling out our application form [insert link] or sending your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and experience to [ hr@clentafrica.org]. As soon as we get our person, we close this form.

Step Up and Lead the Change: This is your opportunity to drive transformation and empower communities while building a sustainable future for Africa. Be the leader who makes an impact-join us at CLENT Africa.