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Chief Executive Director

30972
  • Negotiable
  • Gabon , Sub-Saharan Africa
  • Permanent

Role: Managing Director 



Location: Gabon



We are partnering with a leading organisation in the gaming and betting sector to appoint a high-impact Executive Director – Strategy & Performance. This is a critical leadership role, reporting directly to the CEO, with full responsibility for driving strategy, commercial growth, and operational excellence in a highly regulated environment.



 



The Opportunity



You will play a central role in shaping and executing the company's strategic vision, while driving performance across commercial, marketing, and operational functions. This is a unique opportunity to influence large-scale transformation, digitalisation, and market expansion



 



Key Responsibilities



  • Define and execute the company's overall growth strategy across products, channels, and partnerships
  • Identify and unlock new revenue streams, including innovation and geographic expansion
  • Lead performance management across key metrics such as revenue, Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR), and network performance
  • Drive commercial and marketing strategies across retail, digital, and key accounts
  • Oversee and optimise customer acquisition, retention, and campaign ROI
  • Ensure alignment between product offerings and evolving market demand
  • Lead cross-functional teams to deliver operational excellence and strategic initiatives
  • Drive transformation programmes including digitalisation and network modernisation
  • Establish a strong, results-driven performance culture across the organisation


 



What We're Looking For



  • 10–15+ years' experience in senior strategic and operational leadership roles
  • Proven track record in driving growth, performance, and transformation
  • Experience in relevant sectors such as gaming, betting, telecoms, fintech, FMCG, or distribution
  • Strong understanding of operating within regulated environments
  • Demonstrated leadership across commercial, marketing, and operational functions
  • Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and execution capabilities


 



Key Skills



  • Strategic leadership with hands-on execution
  • Strong commercial and marketing acumen
  • Data-driven decision-making and KPI management
  • Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management
  • Transformation and change management expertise


 



Why Join



  • Executive-level role with direct CEO exposure
  • Opportunity to shape strategy in a growing, high-potential market
  • Lead large-scale transformation and digital initiatives
  • Attractive compensation package, including performance-based incentives and executive benefits


 



If you're a results-driven leader looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic and regulated industry, we'd like to hear from you.



 



Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.



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