Job Description

Board Chairman

Company: Gamezon Space Corporation
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Position Type: Non-Executive
Shareholding Status: Employee Shareholder

Company Overview

Gamezon Space Corporation is a multinational e-commerce company headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, operating across multiple international markets. The company leverages advanced digital platforms, logistics networks, and innovative technologies to provide seamless online marketplace services, customer solutions, and global trade connectivity for Businesses and Consumers.

Job Summary

The Board Chairman serves as the head of the Board of Directors and is responsible for providing strategic oversight, governance leadership, and ensuring the Board effectively fulfills its fiduciary responsibilities.

As an Employee Shareholder, the Chairman holds equity in the company and plays a dual role in safeguarding shareholder interests while ensuring long-term corporate sustainability, transparency, and value creation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Board Leadership & Governance

Lead the Board of Directors in setting strategic direction and corporate priorities.
Ensure effective corporate governance structures and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Preside over Board meetings and Annual General Meetings (AGMs).
Approve Board agendas in collaboration with the CEO and Company Secretary.
Facilitate effective decision-making and constructive debate among Board members.

2. Strategic Oversight

Oversee the development and execution of long-term corporate strategy.
Monitor organizational performance against approved strategic objectives.
Ensure appropriate risk management frameworks are in place.
Provide independent oversight of executive leadership.

3. CEO Support & Accountability

Appoint, evaluate, and (if necessary) recommend removal of the Chief Executive Officer.
Provide mentorship and strategic counsel to the CEO.
Oversee executive performance evaluations and succession planning.

4. Shareholder & Stakeholder Relations

Represent the Board in engagements with shareholders, regulators, and key stakeholders.
Safeguard the interests of both institutional and employee shareholders.
Promote transparent communication between the Board and shareholders.

5. Risk Management & Compliance

Ensure strong oversight of financial integrity and audit processes.
Support the establishment of internal controls and compliance systems.
Oversee ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives and ethical standards.

6. Corporate Representation

Serve as an ambassador of the company at high-level engagements.
Strengthen investor confidence and corporate reputation regionally and internationally.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, Economics, or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
Minimum 20+ years of executive leadership and board experience.
Demonstrated experience in multinational business environments.
Strong understanding of corporate governance frameworks and regulatory compliance.
Experience in e-commerce, digital technology, or global trade is highly desirable.

Core Competencies

Strategic and independent thinker
Strong leadership and governance expertise
High ethical standards and integrity
Excellent stakeholder management skills
Financial literacy and risk oversight capability
Diplomatic and consensus-building abilities

Financial Participation

In order to Unify the Financial Interest between the Company Key Managerial Personnel, the Directors and the Company Shareholders, the Board Chairman need be a Shareholder. You will acquire the Company Ordinary Shares of USD.0.774 or Ksh.100.00 per value per share of Market value equivalent to Three times (3x) the Lead Independent Director's Annual Cash Retainer or 150,000 shares of the same value per share, whichever is higher to a Maximum of 10% of the Total Shares under ESOPs Pool.

Note:

Lead Independent Director's Annual Cash Retainer = USD.150,000 or Ksh.19,920,000;
ESOPs Shares Pool = 7,000,000 Ordinary Shares
Nominal Value per Share = USD.0.774 or Ksh.100.00 per Share

Working Conditions

The Board Chairman will operate in a corporate office environment, with occasional travel required for board meetings or industry-related events. The position requires a commitment to attend meetings regularly and engage actively in decision-making processes. The Board Chairman will work in a professional office environment, at the Company Head Office Located at The BRICK, Thindigua, along Kiambu Rd, with a collaborative culture. This role may require occasional extended hours to prepare for Board meetings or to address urgent compliance issues. The company promotes a hybrid work model, allowing for a flexible work-life balance.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive Financial Compensation of USD.580,495 annually as approved by shareholders. This excludes the Employee's superannuation and Stock Options
Equity participation (Employee Shareholder status)

a. Cash Retainer

Retainers for Serving on the Board
Retainer for Serving as Chairperson or Member of a Board Committee
Excess Meeting fees
Pro-Rata Cash Retainer Payment for new eligible Directors

b. Equity Based Compensation

Annual Restricted Stock Unit Awards
Pro-Rata Restricted Stock Unit Award for New Eligible Director
Initial Restricted Stock Unit Award for New Eligible Director
Long-term value appreciation through shareholding
Employee Share Ownership Plans (ESOPs) which vests over 4 Years

c. Non-Financial Compensation

Company Group Medical Cover
Company House. Corporate Employee Official Residence for Board Chairman
Company Car for Official Commute.
Company High Profile Personal Security & Protection Plan for the Board Chairman & immediate Family.

Reporting Structure

The Board Chairman is elected by the Board of Directors and accountable to the shareholders of Gamezon Space Corporation. The Chairman provides oversight to the CEO but does not engage in day-to-day operational management unless specifically mandated by the Board.

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