Jobs at WTS Energy

Job Summary:

The Country Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s operations in Kenya, from strategic planning and execution to operational management, talent development, financial oversight, stakeholder management, and compliance. This role requires a blend of leadership, technical expertise in the energy sector, business acumen, and cultural awareness specific to the Kenyan market.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Execution:

•  Collaborate with the Group to develop and implement strategic plans for sustainable business growth in Kenya.
•  Lead the Operational Management Team (OMT) to ensure alignment and smooth execution of strategic initiatives.
•  Identify and mitigate potential risks during strategic plan implementation.

Process Optimization:

•  Review and optimize organizational processes to enhance resource utilization, project management, and overall efficiency.
•  Provide oversight and governance to ensure adherence to best practices and standards.

Operational Oversight and Leadership:

•  Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to the OMT, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
•  Ensure successful delivery of commercial activities, projects, and client satisfaction.
•  Identify and address training needs for the OMT to enhance performance and capabilities.

Talent Management:

•  Identify and retain key talents within the organization, recruiting new talents as needed to support strategic objectives.

Financial Management:

•  Oversee financial planning, budgeting, cost management, and reporting.
•  Monitor financial performance against targets, implementing corrective measures as necessary.

Stakeholder Management:

•  Strengthen relationships with clients, partners, government entities, and other stakeholders.
•  Negotiate contracts and agreements to safeguard the company’s interests.
•  Represent the company in key forums and meetings.

Compliance, Risk Management, and Quality Assurance:

•  Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and industry standards.
•  Lead internal and external audit exercises, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
•  Maintain a Risk Register and produce quarterly Risk Reports for review.

Market Analysis and Business Development:

•  Analyze market trends and identify new business opportunities.
•  Generate leads, collaborate with the Commercial Team to develop proposals, and close deals.
•  Stay informed about industry developments and competitor activities.

Performance Management:

•  Implement KPIs and monitoring systems to assess operational effectiveness.
•  Review performance data and adjust strategies as needed.
•  Provide regular reports to the Group on operational performance.

Crisis Management:

•  Respond swiftly to crises or emergencies, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Key Competencies and Personality Traits:

Technical Competencies:

•  Strong technical skills and experience in the Energy sector, including EPC, O&M, and Development.
•  Strategic planning and execution expertise.
•  Business and financial acumen.
•  Analytical and problem-solving skills.
•  Proficiency in English and understanding of Kenyan business culture and regulatory environment.

Personality Traits:

•  Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
•  Self-driven and entrepreneurial mindset.
•  Humility, kindness, and integrity.
•  Resilience and adaptability to changing business environments.
•  High ethical standards and professionalism.

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Job Summary:

Our Client a leading global technology organization is looking to recruit a Marketing Operations Specialist to help them plan and execute events and other marketing activities across a region of 100+ countries. The Ideal Candidate, will act primarily as a project manager who coordinates internal resources, stakeholders, and third-party vendors. He or she  will collaborate with various stakeholders, such as Marketing Managers, Field Marketing Managers, and executives.They will report to the Lead of Marketing and Finance Operations and work closely with the Marketing Operations team.

Key Responsibilities:

Events Consultation & Planning

• Participate in events planning & scheduling
• Provide support on different types of events in line with brand corporate guidelines
• Provide consultation on Event Platforms & internal event management tools to internal and external stakeholders
• Consult stakeholders on situations that require additional reviews and approvals

Events Preparation

• Act as a core team member supporting the Field Marketing Manager with full responsibility for delivering successful events
• Coordinate all parties involved in an event – client and stakeholders and third parties
• Manage event participants’ agenda
• Manage event assets, e.g., videos and presentations

Events Execution & Post-Events Activities

• Execute events from start to finish in line with guidelines and procedures
• Manage post-event processes
• Provide reporting and insights from the event

Stakeholder Management

• Educate internal and external stakeholders on the Program Events agenda and topics
• Act as an advisor on tools used for events planning and execution
• Share best practices and success stories, engage in knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement of our services

Key Requirements

• Fluency in English is essential
• High level of efficiency and ability to deliver consistently.
• Good mastery of the Microsoft Office suite.
• Proven project management skills & experience, readiness to assume responsibility for own KPIs, track activities progress and meet critical deadlines
• Solid command skills and ability to share often complex information in a structured way
• Comfort in dealing with demanding stakeholders in a fast-paced and pressured environment
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple events and activities, and the ability to prioritize urgent and important tasks
• A strong team player with the ability to establish working relations with culturally diverse internal and external partners
• Strong problem-solving skills and orientation to detail
• Self-learner, able to learn new tools and processes fast and execute them.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Project, and Power Automate is a plus.
• 2+ years’ experience in execution of any marketing-related initiatives, incl. 1+ year experience in events management, project, or account management role is a plus.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Execute critical marketing business processes in the CEMA region, ensuring smooth functioning of marketing operations.
• Conduct thorough business process analysis to identify opportunities for improvement and automation.
• Develop and implement business process improvement projects, including workflow redesign, system integration, and data management.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance and impact of business processes using metrics and feedback.
• Provide guidance and support to various teams and departments on business operations.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication and collaboration to ensure alignment between teams.
• Create and maintain documentation and training materials for business processes and systems.

Key Requirements:

• High proficiency in English.
• Strong personal efficiency and ability to deliver results.
• Mastery of Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Self-learner with the ability to quickly grasp new tools and processes.
• Experience in business operations, process improvement, or project management is a plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Project, and Power Automate is advantageous.
• Certification in business process improvement or project management is a bonus.