Chief Executive Officer

Ignite is seeking a Chief Executive Officer with at least ten years of demonstrated experience in a leadership role within the ICT sector or funding organizations. The ideal candidate will have a degree, equivalent to sixteen years of education or higher, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to lead multiple teams. Applications must be submitted by April 14, 2025.

Offered Salary: 200,000+ PKR Age: 50+ years Gender: Both Skills Level: Expert Location: Islamabad, Pakistan Organization: Ignite Posted on: 2025-03-28

Company Overview

Ignite is incorporated with Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, under Section 42 of Companies Ordinance 1984 (repealed by Companies Act, 2017), by the Ministry of IT & Telecom, Government of Pakistan. Ignite funds startups and innovative projects that utilize 4th industrial wave tech to solve local problems and target global opportunities.

Position Details

  • Post: Chief Executive Officer
  • Term of Contract: The position reports to the Board of Directors and is for a period of 3 years.

Qualifications

The candidate must possess a degree, equivalent to sixteen years of education or higher, from a national or international university/institute accredited by HEC in Engineering, ICT, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or related fields.

Experience

The candidate should have demonstrated experience of at least ten (10) years with a minimum of five (5) years in a leadership role in ICT sector or funding organization with managing research & innovation, fund management or nurturing startup ecosystem experience.

Required Skill-Set

The candidate must have:
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for working with senior academicians and industry leaders.
  • Excellent communication skills to interact with senior government officials, political leaders, and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated experience in providing vision, leading and managing multiple teams, and delivering concrete and measurable results in a demanding corporate environment.

Age Limit

The candidate's maximum age limit at the time of the advertisement should not exceed 60 years.

Pay Package & Facilities

The organization offers a congenial professional environment and an excellent remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualification of the candidate.

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