Country Manager at SMEC

The role

We are currently seeking for a Country Manager to be based in our Kenya office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and establish business opportunities within the region for SMECs services in line with the organizations strategic direction
• Identify key clients and build sustainable relationships with these clients
• Identify local consultants and agents in countries of operation and build strategic alliances with them to facilitate the winning and implementation of projects
• Provide guidance and support to SMECs project managers in the implementation of projects and achievement of financial targets, including the control of project debtors.
• Provide guidance and support to Regional Manager – East Africa (K) in marketing of SMECs services and the preparation of proposals. Manage agents, as appropriate
• Work closely with SMECs Functional General Managers to identify, track, bid and win projects.
• Achieve annual fees and contribution targets for the country and maintain country overheads within budget.
• Fulfil project roles as Project Director/Project Manager/ Project Coordinator on selected projects and as greed with Functional Managers.
• Establish country and regional strategies and business plans for SMECs operations in with the organizations strategic plan.

Key Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Project Management skills preferably as a team leader
• Business Management skills and sound commercial skills
• Marketing and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of SMECs capabilities
• Understanding of the donor funded consulting environment
• Experience in Africa s essential
• Tertiary qualifications
• Position is based in Nairobi, Kenya