Our client is an award winning company conducting sustainable energy and retail business in developing countries.
It is based in Berlin (Germany) and currently has six subsidiaries in Africa and projects in ten countries in Africa / Asia / America.
To improve on strategy, management and increase profit margins of the E- HUBBS, they are looking to hire a General Manager who will have the overall responsibility of the Kenyan subsidiary, including all human resources, working capital and assets.
She/He will be responsible to maximize and grow the profit of the company in the region.
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting
Report regularly to the Board of Directors; immediately to the CEO of the holding in case of critical and urgent strategic issues
Report to third parties (such as strategic investors, joint venture partners or other) after general approval from the CEO of holding.
Report weekly and monthly about sales and profit performance, E-HUBB implementation update and general activities; report ad hoc as needed
Representation
Represent the company and the holding in the country, in close coordination with the CEO of the holding
Establish and maintain positive strategic relationships with authorities and business partners, in particular to relevant government bodies on national level
Leadership / Strategy
Successfully implementing company policy
Assuming full accountability for the board for all company operations
Direct the activities and productivity of the organization
Provide training and guidance
Ensure smooth and efficient operations of the organization
Assume full responsibility for budgets and tracking expenditures
Develop, establish and regularly adapt the company’s strategy and business plan in coordination with the department heads and in accordance with the holding strategies and directives
Lead the further development of the company’s business model and ensure to sustainability and growth of programs and service
Responsibility of the organization’s strategic alliances and partnerships
Building and maintaining an effective management team
Set strategic priorities for all departments
Steering Committee
When new E-HUBBs are planned to be implemented, initiate the Steering Committee process by coordinating with the Head of Business Development Department at holding level and Operations at holding level about the general approach/direction of expansion
Take strategic decisions about logistics and expansion, if required
Make sure all relevant aspects (site potential, logistics, product mix and regional management) are properly taken into consideration in the Steering Committee
Qualifications
A university degree in Business Administration, Economics or similar subjects, an MBA will be an added advantage.
At least 10 years work experience, preferable in a renown wholesale/retail company
Outstanding management skills; ideally proven track record in achieving goals through delegation
Experience in developing/emerging markets; preferable a high level of intercultural competence
Highly independent working style; ability to set priorities and highly self-organized; a structured working style
Dynamic, take initiative to make a difference, outgoing character who is eager to achieve high targets – and be rewarded for that
Hands-on management style and willingness to spend time outside the office, at times in very remote locations, which may involve long trips on rough roads and basic accommodation conditions
If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (General Manager – Renewable Energy) vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before Wednesday 10th August, 2016
Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV
N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing
Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.