Regional Director at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Requirements:

• Research and environmental scanning and insight into developments in Company’s priority countries within Africa, so as to support continual refinement of Company’s engagement strategy for key countries in Africa.
• Identify, cultivate and maintain Company’s relationships with its organisational partners in Africa, with the objective of identifying work opportunities for the Company in Africa,
• Identify, cultivate, and maintain Company’s networks with key individuals in Africa. I.e A network of government practitioner experts (current and former), to support Company’s ongoing work in Africa.
• Implementation of Company’s training programmes and projects with Government Partners in Africa
• Lead the implementation of Company’s projects with government partners in Africa.
• Oversee the logistical and administrative aspects of programme and project implementation within Africa.
• Establish the Company’s office in Africa. This could include conducting due diligence and performing the administrative, legal and operational tasks associated with establishing the office.
• Oversee the day-to-day administration and management of Company’s Africa office, including budget and human resource management.

Qualifications:

• Relevant bachelor’s degree
• Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Must have experience in Policy Formulations.
• Good situational awareness and respect for different cultures and nationalities.
• Strong communication and engagement skills (written and spoken)
• Strong project management skills, and ability to work under time pressure and tight deadlines.
• Ability to think creatively when solving challenges.
• Strong managerial skills, to effectively manage the administrative and logistical aspects of running an office, and to coach and mentor staff.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel frequently for work