Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Description

Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Company Name: Saidpur Enterprises

Vacancy: 1

Age: 35 to 50 years

Job Location: Nilphamari (Saidpur)

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• At least 10 years

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Masters

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) and / or a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university.

• At least 10 years

• Age 35 to 50 years

• Male and Female ( Female preferable )

• Minimum 5 years of experience in export and leadership roles.

• Operations management, business growth, and strategic planning.

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

• Experience: The applicants are requested to submit a writeup not exceeding two A4 size pages mentioning their experience in the following areas of business: 1) Governance & secretarial function, 2) Strategies planning & execution, 3) Operation management, 4) Reporting & communication, 5) Human resources management, 6) Financial management & control, 7)Procurement & resource management, 8) Asset & property administration, 9) Legal & contractual matters, 10) Stakeholder & external relations, 11) Monitoring impact and quality assurance, 12) Risk & crisis management, 13) Delegation of authority, 14) Other responsibilities

About Saidpur Enterprises

Founded in 1995 as an independent trust emerging from a job-creation initiative by the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC), Saidpur Enterprises (SE) is a fair-trade handcrafted organization in Northern Bangladesh, empowering over 1,500 socially disadvantaged women artisans with training, fair wages, and sustainable livelihoods. SE produces high-quality, eco-friendly handcrafted products—from bags and home décor to stationery—blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. While recognized in international markets, SE is increasingly focused on expanding locally to bring handcrafted excellence to Bangladesh.

Location: Saidpur Northern Bangladesh

Context

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Saidpur Enterprises, providing visionary leadership and ensuring the effective implementation of strategic goals. The CEO will oversee all production, export, financial, and administrative functions, ensuring the organization’s growth, compliance, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction in line with the organization’s mission and goals.

• Oversee export operations, finance, and administration to ensure efficiency and high-quality performance.

• Lead business growth initiatives and identify opportunities for innovation and expansion.

• Ensure compliance with Bangladesh company laws, WFTO standards, and other regulatory requirements.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including customers, regulatory authorities, and partners.

• Foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and continuous learning among staff.

• Represent the organization in national and international forums, media, and community engagements.

• Oversee recruitment, performance management, and staff development initiatives.

• Weekly 1 holiday

• Yearly basis Contractual job