Executive Director at Hawkins Associates

Reference No: 111/CT

Executive Director Job Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Council to develop long term strategies, goals and policies to guide the strategic direction and policy framework of the Institute.
• Providing leadership in the development of sound corporate structures, systems and procedures to assure the realization of the Vision and attainment of the Mission and strategy.
• Leading KIM’s business units to achieve agreed revenue and cost targets.
• Providing oversight over the Management University of Africa which is sponsored by the Institute to ensure the Institute’s interests are promoted and protected
• Systematically building the capacity and enhancing the status of the Institute to attract and retain more members and champion advanced management and governance practices.
• Initiating and strengthening linkages with other institutions in related fields, both within the East Africa region and internationally.
• Building a dynamic, highly disciplined and motivated team which not only achieves but exceeds targeted growth.

Qualifications and Experience for the Executive Director Job

• Hold a Masters degree preferably in management and leadership or other business related fields from a recognized university; a PhD will be an added advantage.
• Have at least 10 years experience in management level positions, progressively taking on greater strategic rolesrequiring innovative thinking and making of the right decisions in weighty matters with far reaching consequences.
• Have adynamic, captivating personality with a flair for marketing and business developmentable to interact comfortably with top business leaders.
• Have proven skills in molding and leading multi-disciplinary teams to develop and implement strategic plans, resource allocation and utilization, as well as negotiation of large contracts.
• Have excellent communication, networking, collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Be a full and active member of a professional association/organization
• A key selection factor will be the applicant’s proven ability to raise standards and achieve ambitious business development goals.

Terms

Employment will be on a four-year contract, renewable once. A competitive salary with a range of attractive benefits will be offered.

In addition, the position offers the holder an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the development and practice of management.