Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

1. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO)

Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Department: Executive Management
Reports to: Board of DirectorsZambia Job Market

Job Summary

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide strategic leadership and overall direction for the organization, ensuring sustainable growth, operational excellence, financial performance, and regulatory compliance. The role requires a seasoned leader with strong experience in energy, petroleum, or related industries, capable of navigating complex market dynamics, regulatory environments, and large-scale operations.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Planning

Develop and implement long-term business strategies aligned with market trends, crude price movements, and global energy demand

Drive diversification into new energy streams such as LNG, petrochemicals, renewables, and specialty products

Evaluate investment opportunities, mergers, acquisitions, and major capital projects

Establish strong corporate governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks

Operational Excellence

Oversee core operations including exploration, drilling, refinery operations, supply chain, logistics, HSE, and marketing

Establish and monitor operational KPIs to drive efficiency, productivity, and cost control

Ensure availability of resources, technology, and infrastructure to meet operational targets

Promote best practices in asset reliability, plant optimization, and operational sustainability

Financial Performance & Budgeting

Drive profitability and sustainable financial growth

Approve annual budgets, CAPEX plans, and enforce financial discipline

Work closely with the CFO to strengthen financial reporting, cash flow management, and investor confidence

Manage financial risks related to crude pricing, foreign exchange exposure, and market volatility

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Champion a strong safety-first culture across all operations

Ensure compliance with national and international health, safety, and environmental regulations

Oversee emergency response planning, disaster management, and loss prevention programs

Regulatory & Stakeholder Management

Build strong relationships with government authorities, regulators, industry bodies, and community stakeholders

Ensure compliance with statutory requirements relating to licenses, refinery operations, and environmental standards

Represent the organization at industry forums, conferences, and public engagements

Leadership & People Management

Build and lead a high-performing executive and management team

Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

Drive talent development, succession planning, and performance management initiatives

Business Development & Market Expansion

Identify and pursue new domestic and international market opportunities

Strengthen relationships with global suppliers, traders, refineries, and distributors

Oversee branding, product portfolio expansion, and distribution strategy

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior leadership or CEO-level role

Strong experience in energy, petroleum, mining, or related heavy industrial sectors

Proven track record in strategic planning, financial management, and operational leadership

Strong understanding of regulatory, HSE, and governance frameworks

Exceptional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and decision-making skills

Application

Interested candidates should submit their Cover letter, Curriculum Vitae and academic qualifications as one PDF file to:
RecruitmentZM@karan.ae

Application Deadline: Friday 6th February 2026