You've found the candidate.

 We help you decide whether they are the right leader

At By Appointment Africa, we believe that a senior appointment deserves more than a good interview. Our C Suite Interview and Evaluation service gives organisations an independent, expert assessment of a candidate they have already identified, before a significant leadership decision is made.



What is C Suite Interview and Evaluation?

C Suite Interview and Evaluation is an independent executive assessment service for organisations that have already identified a senior candidate or shortlist.


By Appointment Africa reviews the role, organisation and candidate before conducting a tailored, structured executive interview. We look beyond the CV and prepared answers to assess strategic thinking, commercial judgement, leadership style, emotional intelligence and suitability for the organisation.


✅ For Companies: Gain an experienced, independent perspective on whether a candidate has the judgement, leadership capability and experience your role genuinely requires before making a senior leadership appointment decision.


✅ A Standalone Service: Separate from our retained executive search. We do not need to have conducted the original search.

Independent Executive Assessment

Role Specific Evaluation

Deeper Leadership Insight

Clearer Hiring

Decisions

How It Works

01

Client Briefing

We discuss the role, organisation and leadership priorities so we understand what the successful candidate needs to bring.

02

Candidate and Role Review

We review the job description, the candidate’s CV nd any other information you provide, identifying where their experience needs to be tested in depth.

03

Tailored C Suite Interview

We conduct a structured interview designed around the role, assessing the candidate’s strategic thinking, commercial judgement, leadership style, emotional intelligence and cultural compatibility.

04

04. Written Evaluation

We prepare a concise written report covering the candidate’s strengths, concerns and any areas that require further investigation.

05

Recommendation and Feedback

You receive a clear recommendation on whether to proceed, together with a written assessment and a feedback discussion.

More than a standard interview

Senior level interviewing requires more than working through a standard list of questions.


Experienced executives are often highly prepared and accustomed to presenting their achievements with confidence. The real value of an effective C Suite interview lies in knowing where to probe further, when to challenge an answer and how to test whether the experience being described is genuinely relevant to the demands of the role.


By Appointment Africa looks beyond rehearsed responses to assess the substance, scale and relevance of a candidate’s experience. The interview explores not only what the candidate has achieved, but how they think, make decisions, lead others and respond when challenged or placed under pressure.


This provides the client with a more objective and informed basis for making an important senior leadership appointment decision and helps to ensure the best fit for the hire.

Who is C-Suite Interview and Evaluation for?

1.

Companies Without a Senior HR Function

Access experienced C Suite interviewing and executive assessment expertise without needing an internal senior recruitment team.

2.

Family Businesses

Bring greater objectivity to an important leadership decision.

3.

Boards and Decision Makers

Assess CEO and senior leadership candidates with confidence before you appoint.

4.

Foundations and International Organisations

Gain an external assessment of candidates being considered for leadership roles in Africa, with attention to leadership capability, judgement and organisational compatibility.

Levels of Service


Choose the level that suits your appointment.

Executive Interview


A structured interview with a short scorecard and a clear recommendation.

Executive Interview and Evaluation


Full preparation, a structured interview, a detailed written assessment and a client debrief.

Additional Options


Psychometric assessments, reference checks and additional interviews can be added where required.

Final Candidate Assessment


Choosing between two or three final candidates? We assess each individual against consistent criteria, so you can compare them fairly before the final decision is made.

Levels of Service

Choose the level that suits your appointment

Executive Interview

A structured interview with a short scorecard and a clear recommendation.

Executive Interview and Evaluation

Full preparation, a structured interview, a detailed written assessment and a client debrief.

Additional Options

Psychometric assessments, reference checks and additional interviews can be added where required.

Final Candidate Assessment

Choosing between two or three final candidates? We assess each individual against consistent criteria, so you can compare them fairly before the final decision is made.

What Our Clients Say 💬

We’re proud to be a trusted partner in executive search and career growth. Our clients’ success stories reflect the precision, dedication, and expertise we bring to every placement.

David Leenson

David Leenson

H I R I N G

Longonot Farm Ltd.

“I would like to say that my experience with Appointment Africa, through Vanessa Strong has been nothing short of fabulous and I cannot but help recommend them to anyone who is searching for talent."

Jeremy Block - Managing Director

H I R I N G

Dpo Group

BAA and Direct Pay Online have a great history together. BAA has been instrumental in shaping the team at our Nairobi Headquarters, going above and beyond their scope to bring in top talent and secure the right fit.

Roz Clark - HOS

H I R E D

Nicholas Mudasia

Vanessa is Very Honest, truthful, straight forward, respectful & friendly. She’s got the best Management skills.
Vanessa interviewed me at Flamingo airlines and gave me my first job. I forever remain thankful.

At Flamingo Airlines

Appoint Your Next Leader With Confidence

Contact Us Today before you make a significant leadership appointment,to get an independent executive candidate assessment from a team with more than 30 years of experience in the East African market.

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