Chief Executive Officer

Description:

The Board of Directors invites applications from accomplished development professionals for the position of Chief Executive Officer. Reporting to the Board, the CEO will provide strategic and institutional leadership, oversee effective programme delivery and financial stewardship, and guide the implementation of CHIP’s Organisational Strategic Plan 2025–2030. The role calls for a leader able to combine a commitment to community development with sound executive judgment, effective partnerships and strong organisational management.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic leadership and institutional development: Lead implementation and review of organisational strategy; translate Board-approved priorities into measurable plans; strengthen systems, institutional capacity and long-term sustainability.

Programme quality and impact: Oversee a diverse national programme portfolio, ensuring effective design, delivery, monitoring, evaluation, learning and accountability; promote evidence-based approaches, research and advocacy where relevant.

Resource mobilisation and external representation: Develop and diversify funding opportunities; maintain trusted relationships with donors, government authorities, implementing partners and civil society networks; represent CHIP credibly at national and international forums.

Governance, financial stewardship and risk management: Support the Board through timely information and implementation of its decisions; ensure sound financial controls, donor compliance, safeguarding, regulatory compliance and responsible management of operational and security risks.

People leadership and organisational culture: Lead and develop the management team; encourage effective delegation, performance, teamwork and professional growth; foster an inclusive, accountable and respectful workplace.

Qualifications and Experience

A master’s degree in development studies, social sciences, nonprofit or public management, business administration, economics, finance or a related discipline.

At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in the development, humanitarian or social impact sector, including a minimum of five years in senior leadership or executive management.

A demonstrated record of strategic planning, organisational development, programme oversight, resource mobilisation and donor partnership management.

Sound understanding of financial management, governance, safeguarding and the regulatory environment relevant to not-for-profit organisations in Pakistan.

Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, engage constructively with a governing board, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and make effective use of digital technologies for organisational management, communication and decision-making.

Willingness and ability to travel regularly, including to remote and operationally challenging programme locations.

Appointment and Applications

The appointment will be for an initial fixed term of three years, renewable subject to satisfactory performance, Board approval and applicable requirements. Remuneration will be commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the experience of the selected candidate.