Executive Summary
The Employee School of Performance (ESP) is a premier Pan-African institution dedicated to closing the
professional skills gap. We provide high-impact training, certification, and capacity-building programs specifically
designed for HR Professionals, People Managers, and Service Providers.
As the CEO, you will lead the evolution of ESP from a training provider to a strategic talent partner for Africa’s
leading
enterprises. You will be responsible for scaling our pedagogical excellence and digital delivery across the African
continent, ensuring that the next generation of African leadership is world-class.

Core Responsibilities

1. Strategic Vision & Scaling

• Architect the “ESP 2030” strategy, focusing on expanding our physical and digital footprint across West, East,
  and Southern Africa.
• Pivot the business model toward a hybrid approach, balancing high-touch executive workshops with scalable,
  AI-driven Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Anticipate future-of-work trends to ensure our curriculum remains ahead of market demands.

1. Program Excellence & Thought Leadership

• Oversee the development of proprietary frameworks for HR Management and Service Delivery tailored to the
  African context.
• Act as the primary “Face of the Brand,” speaking at major regional summits (e.g., Africa HR Forum, Africa CEO
  Forum).
• Ensure all certifications meet international accreditation standards while remaining locally relevant.

1. Strategic Partnerships & Revenue Growth

• Secure B2B contracts with Tier-1 banks, telcos, and government agencies for large-scale workforce upskilling.
• Form alliances with global universities and professional bodies (SHRM, CIPD, etc.) to enhance certification
  prestige.
• Drive aggressive revenue growth through
  diversified streams: subscriptions, bespoke corporate retreats, and public workshops.

1. People & Culture Leadership

• Lead by example, cultivating a high-performance culture within ESP that reflects the excellence we teach.
• Recruit and mentor a diverse faculty of industry experts and world-class facilitators.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
| Pillar | Metric | Target |
| Growth | Regional Penetration | Successful expansion/market entry into 3 new African regions annually. |
| Impact | Net Promoter Score (NPS) | Maintain a student/corporate satisfaction score of 85+. |
| Financial | LTV (Lifetime Value) | Increase the average revenue per corporate client
through multi-year training cycles. |
| Innovation | Digital Adoption | Percentage of total revenue generated via the ESP Digital Platform. |
| Quality | Placement/Promotion Rate | Percentage of alumni who receive promotions or salary increases within 12
months. |

Candidate Profile

• Experience: 15+ years of professional experience, with at least 5 years in a C-suite or Senior Executive role
  within the Education, EdTech, or Management Consulting sectors.
• Regional Expertise: Deep understanding of the African labor market, regional employment laws, and the specific
  challenges of the African HR landscape.
• Skill Set: Master communicator with a track record of high-stakes B2B sales and
  organizational design.
• Education: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration (MBA), or Organizational
  Psychology

The “ESP” Advantage
Joining the Employee School of Performance means leading an organization that literally builds the people who
build Africa. You will have the platform to influence thousands of careers and the trajectory of African businesses.
Interested candidates should send cv and cover letter to acrglobe@gmail.com