Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Industry: Telecommunications Location: Lagos, Nigeria (Pan-Nigeria operational responsibilities) Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Board of Directors / Group Managing Director Experience Required: 18–20 Years Compensation: ₦4,000,000 Net Monthly + Commission + Equity Job Summary The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide strategic leadership, revenue generation, and operational direction for the organization. The CEO will be responsible for executing board-approved strategies, driving enterprise sales growth, establishing strategic partnerships, and scaling recurring telecom revenue streams across Nigeria. This is a performance-driven executive role requiring a proven leader capable of securing large enterprise telecom deals, managing cross-functional teams, and delivering sustainable revenue growth . The role requires strong commercial leadership, deep telecom industry relationships, and experience closing high-value enterprise contracts . Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Leadership Execute the board-approved enterprise telecom strategy and ensure alignment with long-term growth objectives. Position the organization as a trusted enterprise connectivity and telecom infrastructure partner across Nigeria. Develop and implement strategic growth plans, expansion strategies, and market penetration initiatives . Provide executive leadership and direction across sales, operations, technology, and support functions . Establish a performance-driven organizational culture focused on innovation, accountability, and measurable results. 2. Business Development & Revenue Growth Lead aggressive enterprise business development initiatives to secure high-value telecom contracts. Achieve an annual revenue target of ₦1.5 Billion within the first year . Secure enterprise clients across key sectors including: Financial Institutions Government Agencies Oil & Gas Technology Companies Real Estate Developers Large SMEs Drive sales across the following service lines: Enterprise internet connectivity Managed network services Telecom infrastructure deployment Data services Telecom hardware and enterprise devices Establish strategic partnerships with Tier-1 telecom operators and data center providers . Identify and capitalize on new enterprise telecom opportunities across Nigeria . 3. Operations & Corporate Governance Provide regular performance reports and strategic updates to the Board of Directors . Maintain transparent sales pipelines, revenue forecasts, and operational dashboards . Oversee the successful deployment and delivery of enterprise telecom projects . Ensure regulatory compliance with Nigerian telecommunications laws and industry standards . Implement effective risk management and operational control frameworks . 4. Talent & Organizational Leadership Build and lead high-performing teams across sales, engineering, operations, and support functions . Recruit, mentor, and retain top enterprise telecom professionals . Implement performance management systems and departmental KPIs . Foster a collaborative culture focused on high performance, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence . Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) The CEO will be evaluated based on the following metrics: Successful enterprise deal acquisition prior to and after resumption Achievement of ₦1.5 Billion annual revenue target Number of strategic telecom and infrastructure partnerships secured Growth of enterprise customer base and recurring revenue streams Client satisfaction and retention rates Successful deployment and delivery of enterprise telecom solutions Organizational performance and operational efficiency Required Qualifications & Experience Minimum of 18–20 years of progressive experience in telecommunications, enterprise technology, or software solutions. Proven track record of closing high-value enterprise deals within Nigeria or across Africa. Strong background in enterprise sales, telecom infrastructure, or network services . Demonstrated experience in executive leadership and organizational management . Extensive professional network across corporate, telecom, and government sectors . Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams across technical, operational, and commercial functions . Strong financial acumen with the ability to structure complex commercial deals . Core Competencies Strategic Leadership and Vision Enterprise Sales & Business Development High-Level Negotiation Skills Telecom Industry Expertise Financial and Commercial Acumen Stakeholder Management Organizational Leadership Execution and Results Orientation Compensation & Benefits Monthly Net Salary: ₦4,000,000 Sales Commission: Performance-based commission on enterprise deals Equity Participation: 5% company equity vesting over 4 years Healthcare: Comprehensive Health Insurance (HMO) Pension: Employer contribution in line with regulatory requirements Leave Allowance: In accordance with company policy Executive Status Vehicle: Provided upon confirmation Conditions of Resumption To ensure immediate commercial impact and alignment with the companys growth objectives: The selected candidate must present a signed enterprise contract generating a minimum of ₦75 Million in net income prior to formally assuming the CEO role . This requirement demonstrates the candidates ability to immediately drive enterprise revenue and strategic growth . How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should submit: Updated Executive CV Cover Letter highlighting enterprise telecom deal achievements Evidence of major enterprise contracts previously closed Applications should be sent to: hiring@mysigma.io Subject Line: Application – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)