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| Chief Executive Officer | 2504-012L | United Kingdom | June 4th 2025 | |
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Africa Export-Import Bank | African Petroleum Producers' Organization |
President, Africa Energy Bank | P2504-036L | Abuja, Nigeria | May 17th 2025 |
| Chair of Council | 2502-066L | London, UK | May 26th 2025 | |
| Group Chief Technology Officer | 2504-021L | United Kingdom | May 20th 2025 | |
| Non-Executive Directors | P2504-043L | United Kingdom | May 21st 2025 | |
| Director, Consumer Finance | 2503-078L | United Kingdom | May 11th 2025 | |
| Rector-President | 2503-501L | Vienna, Austria | May 11th 2025 |
Rural Payments Agency
Chief Executive Officer
United Kingdom
2504-012L
The Rural Payments Agency (RPA) is an executive agency of the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and is the delivery body for a range of policies, schemes and services for the agricultural sector in England. It is responsible for distributing over £2 billion of payments each year to farmers, and land managers in England and works closely with the Farming and Countryside Programme (FCP) within Defra, the Government Major Programme that leads the transition from the pre-EU exit Common Agricultural Policy to domestic policies and schemes, including Environmental Land Management schemes. It is undergoing a period of significant change in its work, its relationships with customers and the digital, data and technology capabilities it relies on.
We are seeking a new Chief Executive to lead the Rural Payments Agency through this exciting period. They will set policy and direction and ensure the RPA's plans are delivered in line with its responsibilities and Defra’s strategic priorities. As a leader within Defra, they will also work closely with other senior leaders and chief executives to deliver collectively across the entirety of the Department. This role is for a customer-focused, collaborative and confidence-inspiring leader who is energised by the idea of:
- leading a large organisation working across multiple sites on a range of services for the farmers and land managers who look after 70% of the land in England
- working in ongoing partnership across organisations, disciplines and teams to deliver ambitious outcomes for food, farming and the environment
- embedding user-centred principles and practices across the whole organisation
- embracing new digital, data and technology and the agile, multidisciplinary ways of working that are needed to make services work better for customers and outcomes
- building the capabilities to continuously adapt policies, schemes and services to respond to evolving policy priorities, learning and feedback.
DEFRA has retained Russell Reynolds Associates to advise on this appointment. For further information about the position and additional details on qualifications, requirements, terms and conditions of service and how to apply, please review the position specification below.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 4th June 2025.
UK Deposit Management Organisation
2504-052-056
Across England, Northern Ireland and Scotland, consumers buy an estimated 30 billion single-use drinks containers each year – including 12 billion plastic drinks bottles and 13 billion drinks cans. We know that a third of all litter in the UK is beverage containers with an estimated 6.5 billion single-use drinks bottles and cans per year going to waste rather than being recycled. Research shows 97% of beaches were polluted with drinks-related items in 2023.
The Government has pledged to end the throwaway society and clean up Britain, as it implements legislation for a deposit return scheme (DRS) for drinks containers in England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Once the scheme launches in October 2027, consumers will have a financial incentive to return empty containers to a collection point, such as at their local supermarket, so that the bottle or can will be recycled. Used in more than 50 countries worldwide as a common-sense means of encouraging people to recycle more single-use bottles and cans, a DRS sees people being paid back for returning the container.
At the heart of this reimagined system is the creation of a new Deposit Management Organisation, a single, not-for-profit industry-led body made up of drinks producers, retailers, and the wider supply chain with the mandate to design, deliver and operate the DRS across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The DMO will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of the scheme: managing logistics, financial flows, fraud prevention, and regulatory compliance to ensure high return rates and system efficiency, and with a multi-billion pound income, the DMO will have a powerful impact in waste and carbon reduction. It will also serve as the central interface between government, industry and the public, building trust and transparency while ensuring the environmental and economic goals of the scheme are met.
To develop and operationalise the DMO, the steering group are now seeking to build strong leadership capability for the organisation, with a number of priority roles to be appointed. These include:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Financial Officer
- Independent Chair
- Independent Non-Executive Directors (x2)
This group of individuals will bring together a broad range of skills and experiences to successfully deliver the DMO’s objectives, and will be representative of the diversity of the consumers, businesses and nations that the DMO will serve.
Russell Reynolds Associates has been retained to advise on these appointments. For further information about the position and additional details on qualifications, requirements, terms and conditions of service and how to apply, please review the position specification below.
The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Wednesday 4th June 2025.
Chief Executive Officer Chief Financial Officer Independent Chair Non-Executive Directors
Africa Export-Import Bank | African Petroleum Producers' Organization
President, Africa Energy Bank
Abuja, Nigeria
P2504-036L
The African Energy Bank (AEB), a groundbreaking initiative by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and the African Petroleum Producers' Organization (APPO), is seeking a strategic and visionary President to lead its establishment and growth. This prestigious role offers the opportunity to spearhead a transformative institution addressing Africa's energy financing needs amid global energy transitions. Based in Abuja, Nigeria, the AEB aims to secure energy sovereignty for the continent while fostering sustainable development.
The President will lead the AEB under the direction of the Board of Directors, focusing on its strategic and operational leadership. Key responsibilities include establishing AEB's infrastructure, mobilizing resources, engaging diverse stakeholders, and ensuring robust governance and compliance. The President will also be pivotal in driving collaborations with African governments, multilateral financial institutions, and private investors to enhance Africa's energy security and economic growth.
The ideal candidate will bring over 18 years of leadership experience, particularly within African economies, and with a strong focus on development finance within the energy sector. They will possess a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in a relevant field. A strong track record in resource mobilization, deal structuring, and innovative financing solutions tailored to Africa’s energy market is essential, along with excellent communication skills in English. Proficiency in French and/or Arabic is advantageous.
AEB offers exciting career opportunities with a competitive tax-free salary in USD and relevant benefits.
The closing date for applications is 23:59 on 17th May 2025.
Africa Export-Import Bank | African Petroleum Producers' Organization / Banque africaine d'import-export
Président de la Banque africaine de l'énergie
Abuja, Nigeria
P2504-036L
La Banque africaine de l'énergie (African Energy Bank ou AEB), une initiative novatrice lancée par la Banque africaine d'import-export (Afreximbank) et l'Organisation des producteurs de pétrole africains (APPO), est à la recherche d'un président stratégique et visionnaire pour diriger sa mise en place et sa croissance. Ce poste prestigieux offre l'opportunité de diriger une institution transformatrice qui répond aux besoins de financement de l'énergie de l'Afrique dans le cadre des transitions énergétiques mondiales. Basée à Abuja, au Nigeria, l'AEB a pour objectif d'assurer la souveraineté énergétique du continent tout en favorisant le développement durable.
Le président dirigera l'AEB sous la direction du conseil d'administration, en se concentrant sur son leadership stratégique et opérationnel. Ses principales responsabilités consisteront à mettre en place l'infrastructure de l'AEB, à mobiliser des ressources, à impliquer diverses parties prenantes et à garantir une gouvernance et une conformité solides. Le président jouera également un rôle central dans la mise en place de collaborations avec les gouvernements africains, les institutions financières multilatérales ainsi que les investisseurs privés afin de renforcer la sécurité énergétique et la croissance économique de l'Afrique.
Le candidat idéal aura plus de 18 ans d'expérience en matière de leadership, en particulier dans les économies africaines, et spécialisé surtout dans le financement du développement dans le secteur de l'énergie. Il ou elle est titulaire d'une licence et d'une maîtrise dans un domaine pertinent. Une solide expérience de la mobilisation des ressources, de la structuration des transactions et des solutions de financement innovantes adaptées au marché de l'énergie en Afrique est indispensable, de même que d'excellentes compétences en matière de communication en anglais. La maîtrise du français et/ou de l'arabe sera un atout.
L'AEB offre des opportunités de carrière passionnantes avec un salaire compétitif exonéré d'impôts en USD ainsi que des avantages sociaux pertinents.
La date limite de dépôt des candidatures est fixée au 17 mai 2025 à 23h59.
البنك الأفريقي للاستيراد والتصدير
رئيس لبنك الطاقة الأفريقي
أبوجا، نيجيريا
P2504-036L
يبحث بنك الطاقة الأفريقي (AEB) -الذي يُعد مشروعًا مهمًا ومبتكرًا مشتركًا بين البنك الأفريقي للاستيراد والتصدير (أفريكسيمبنك) ومنظمة منتجي البترول الأفارقة (APPO) - عن رئيس إستراتيجي وذي تفكير تقدمي ليشغل منصب رئيس البنك ويشرف على إنشائه وتطويره. يحظى هذا المنصب باحترام كبير وأهمية بالغة، ويتيح الفرصة لقيادة منظمة مرموقة تركز على تلبية احتياجات تمويل الطاقة في أفريقيا، مع مواكبة التحول العالمي نحو مصادر الطاقة الجديدة وتقنياتها. يهدف بنك الطاقة الأفريقي (AEB) -مقره أبوجا، نيجيريا-إلى تعزيز قدرة أفريقيا وضمان سيطرتها على مواردها من الطاقة، وتعزيز التنمية المستدامة والمسؤولة بيئيًّا.
بدوره سوف يكون رئيس بنك الطاقة الأفريقي (AEB) مسؤولًا عن الإشراف على المؤسسة وتوجيهها، مع التركيز على إستراتيجيتها الشاملة وعملياتها اليومية، والعمل تحت إشراف مجلس الإدارة. سيكون رئيس البنك الجديد مكلفًا بإنشاء الأنظمة والعمليات التأسيسية للمؤسسة، وتأمين التمويل والأصول، وبناء العلاقات مع مختلف الشركاء والكيانات، وضمان عمل المؤسسة ضمن أُطُر قوية من الحوكمة والالتزام القانوني. كما سيلعب رئيس البنك دورًا محوريًّا في تعزيز الشراكات مع الحكومات الأفريقية والمؤسسات المالية الدولية ومستثمري القطاع الخاص؛ وذلك لتعزيز وصول أفريقيا إلى طاقة موثوقة ودعم التقدم الاقتصادي الشامل للقارة.
وفيما يخص المرشح المُفضَّل لهذا المنصب فإنه يجب أن يتمتع بخبرة لا تقل عن 18 عامًا في مناصب قيادية، وخاصةً في سياق الاقتصادات الأفريقية. بالإضافة إلى ذلك، يجب أن يتمتع بخبرة واسعة في مجال تمويل التنمية، مع التركيز بشكل خاص على قطاع الطاقة. ويجب أن يكون حاصلًا على درجة البكالوريوس ودرجة الماجستير في مجالٍ يتماشى مع مسؤوليات بنك الطاقة الأفريقي (AEB) وأهدافه. يجب أن يتمتع كذلك بخبرة مثبتة في مجال تأمين الموارد، وهيكلة الصفقات المالية، وتصميم حلول تمويلية مبتكرة تناسب قطاع الطاقة في أفريقيا. إلى جانب ذلك، يجب أن يتمتع بمهارات تواصل ممتازة باللغة الإنجليزية. تُعد الكفاءة في اللغة الفرنسية و/أو العربية ميزة إضافية.
يقدم بنك الطاقة الأفريقي (AEB) مسارات مهنية جذابة، ويقدم راتبًا مُعفًى من الضرائب ويتم دفعه بالدولار الأمريكي، إلى جانب الامتيازات والفوائد الأخرى ذات الصلة.
آخر موعد لتقديم الطلبات هو الساعة 23:59 يوم 17 مايو 2025.
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM)
Chair of Council
London, UK
2502-066L
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as the Chair of Council. Founded in 1899, LSHTM is one of the world’s leading public health universities, dedicated to improving health and health equity globally.
The Chair of Council leads the governing body responsible for the strategic oversight and governance of LSHTM. The Chair ensures that the Council fulfils its responsibilities, upholds the highest standards of conduct, and collaborates effectively with LSHTM's Executive Team.
LSHTM seeks candidates with significant senior strategic leadership experience, international exposure, and exceptional skills of networking, influencing and advocacy. The ideal candidate will bring a track record of shaping institutional change and engaging with diverse stakeholders. Awareness and interest in the challenge and opportunities in higher education, healthcare outcomes, global public health, or science and medical research is desirable, though not essential.
The role demands a strategic thinker with the ability to articulate an inspiring vision for LSHTM, and who is capable of navigating governance structures. Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and the ability to foster a collaborative team environment are essential.
The Chair is expected to commit approximately 3-4 days per month, including preparation and travel. While the position is unpaid, travel and related expenses will be reimbursed.
The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Monday, 26th May 2025.
Ministry of Justice
Group Chief Technology Officer
United Kingdom
2504-021L
At the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), we are on a mission to transform services through the better use of technology. The role of Group Chief Technology Officer will play a critical role in helping us achieve this vision by driving digital transformation across both our public-facing and colleague-facing services.
The MoJ works to protect and advance the principles of justice. Our vision is to deliver a world-class justice system that works for everyone in society. The justice system plays a crucial role in our success as a nation – keeping people safe, emphasising fairness, guaranteeing individual rights and giving businesses confidence to flourish.
The Group Chief Technology Officer will be responsible for leading the technology strategy for the Ministry of Justice, the largest department in Whitehall, which has a budget of over £13bn annually and employs over 90,000 staff. They will be responsible for the technology strategy and delivery spanning a budget of over £900m. The CTO will have responsibility for technology choices that inform decisions across several business units, including the delivery of the tech strategy, architecture, and technology capabilities underpinning prisons, the probation service, legal aid services, agencies supporting victims and vulnerable people, and the Ministry’s headquarters.
Your leadership will unite and organise a vast and diverse community of technical professionals, ensuring our services are seamlessly integrated and operate cohesively. In collaboration with directors leading our product and digital teams, you will cultivate a culture centered on product thinking, innovation, and efficient delivery.
The Ministry of Justice has retained Russell Reynolds Associates to advise on this appointment. For further information about the position and additional details on qualifications, requirements, terms and conditions of service and how to apply, please review the position specification below.
The closing date for applications is 23:55 on Tuesday 20th May 2025.
National Wealth Fund
Non-Executive Director
United Kingdom
P2504-043L
The Chancellor of the Exchequer wishes to appoint three new Non-Executive Directors to the Board of Directors of the National Wealth Fund (NWF). The Board is responsible for providing leadership, setting strategic direction, reviewing the performance of management, and ensuring that the obligations to the shareholder and other stakeholders are understood and met.
The NWF is the UK government’s primary Public Financial Institution and is at the forefront of investing public money for our future. To date the NWF, and its predecessor organisation the UK Infrastructure Bank (UKIB), has invested £5.3 billion, mobilising £12.9 billion of private finance, and created or supported over 20,000 jobs. Through its leadership role, the NWF provides markets with the long-term certainty to build and supports investor confidence. It invests in key projects to reduce carbon emissions, create jobs, improve the UK’s economic security, and support regional and local authorities to invest in their areas. The objectives of the NWF are reflected in its triple bottom line: helping deliver the government's growth and clean energy missions, generating a return for the taxpayer, and crowding in private capital.
The Chancellor has set the ambition to go further over the course of this parliament, entrusting NWF with additional capital to be deployed over and above the original commitment. The NWF will have £27.8 billion of financial capacity and an increased risk appetite with up to £7 billion in economic capital to hold against investments. The NWF is uniquely placed to bridge the gap between public ambition and private sector finance, playing a pivotal role in driving growth as an engrained part of the UK’s financial architecture. Its mandate is set out in its Strategic Steer from the Chancellor of the Exchequer, although it will operate with a high degree of operational independence in its day-to-day activities, especially with regard to investment decisions.
To ensure the board continues to have the right blend of skills and experience to support the strategic ambitions and activities of the NWF, three new Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) are being sought to the board. NEDs are expected to contribute to matters ranging, for example, from supporting the government's growth and clean energy missions to the management of a wide variety of risks, as well as assessing the different strategies and interventions that might be required for different parts of the UK where there is an undersupply of private finance. The board is also responsible for the review and approval of lending and investment decisions above a certain threshold.
Candidates will have senior, board level leadership experience with a strong track record of delivery and will bring demonstrable knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas, or the ability to quickly grasp the key issues in:
- Working with sub-national, mayoral, regional, and local government or devolved governments and an understanding of project development and financing with these authorities.
- Experience of working in finance and risk management with exposure to an audit and risk committee of a financial entity, comparable business, or equivalent experience.
- Structuring, monitoring, or managing financing transactions from either a banking or principal perspective.
NWF has retained Russell Reynolds Associates to advise on this appointment. For further information about the position and additional details on qualifications, requirements, terms and conditions of service and how to apply, please review the position specification below.
The closing date for applications is 23:55 on 21st May 2025.
Financial Conduct Authority
Director, Consumer Finance
United Kingdom
2503-078L
At the FCA, we’re creating a fair and more resilient financial system. We are establishing more transparent relationships between financial services and customers, building trust in financial markets and protecting vulnerable consumers.
Together, we are on an exciting journey as we drive forward significant organisational, people, process, and technology transformation to become a more forward-thinking, proactive regulator. We will use data more effectively to drive better regulatory decisions and build greater cohesion across our broad financial services remit.
The Director of Consumer Finance is an important senior leadership role within the Supervision, Policy and Competition (SPC) Division in the FCA. It reports directly to the Executive Director of Consumers and Competition. The Director will be leading key regulatory work in support of the FCA’s new 5-year strategy which seeks to deepen trust, rebalance risk, support growth and improve lives.
This leadership role will lead the delivery of the FCA strategy across firms in the consumer finance market – leading a team of 125-150 colleagues across multiple FCA locations. The director will drive a focus on creating a culture of being open, curious, collaborative and resourceful in support of delivery of the new FCA strategy. To deliver their responsibilities, the role holder and their directorate will work in very close collaboration with the wider FCA Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and other FCA divisions.
The Financial Conduct Authority has retained Russell Reynolds Associates to advise on this appointment. For further information about the position and additional details on qualifications, requirements, terms and conditions of service and how to apply, please review the position specification below.
The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 11th May 2025.
Central European University
Rector-President
Vienna, Austria
2503-501L
Central European University (CEU) in Vienna, Austria, is inviting applications from visionary and inclusive academic leaders as new Rector-President with an effective start date of August 1, 2026. A beacon of academic excellence and innovation, renowned for its dedication to addressing complex global challenges through education and research, CEU provides its 1,500 students and 180 faculty with a dynamic environment where intellectual curiosity and diversity thrive. As an institution committed to societal progress, CEU is poised for its next phase of leadership and development. CEU is known for its emphasis on advanced research and academic excellence primarily in the social sciences and humanities, and for its mission centered around the values of open society. CEU is accredited in the US and in Austria.
The Rector-President of CEU will guide the University towards realizing its strategic ambitions and enhancing its global presence. This role demands an inspiring leader who can build on CEU's established strengths in the social sciences and humanities and equip it to face the challenges of the next generation. The Rector-President will be tasked with articulating a vision that aligns with CEU's mission and values and deepens its partnerships with other teaching and research institutions.
In embracing this prestigious role, the Rector-President will immerse themselves in Vienna's unique cultural and educational landscape, serving not only as an academic leader but also as a prominent figure in the city's intellectual and social life. The Rector-President will embody CEU's core values of academic excellence, diversity, and inclusivity, setting the tone for the institution's culture and aspirations. An accomplished communicator, this person will engage with a wide range of audiences, including academic peers, governmental bodies, industry partners, and the broader community, fostering relationships that are crucial for CEU's success.
Candidates for the Rector-President position will bring a distinguished academic and research track record, with proven experience in leading complex academic organizations. The ability to inspire and unite teams will be essential, as will a demonstrable commitment to academic excellence and freedom of inquiry. Proficiency in English is required, and knowledge of German will be an asset.
The Central European University has retained Russell Reynolds Associates to assist with this appointment. For further information about the position and additional details on qualifications, requirements, terms and conditions of service and how to apply, please review the position specification below.
The closing date for applications is May 11th 2025.