Center for African Leadership Studies (CALS) & xHub Addis Chief Operating Officer (COO) Jobs in Ethiopia
Center for African Leadership Studies (CALS) & xHub Addis Chief Operating Officer (COO) Jobs in Ethiopia
Summary of Scope of WorkThe chief operating officer position provides the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that the company has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and people systems in place to effectively grow the organization and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency.
The position accomplishes this through a respectful, constructive and energetic style, guided by the objectives of the company.
The COO reports only to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Duties and Responsibilities
Collaborate with the CEO in setting and driving organizational vision, operational strategy, and hiring needs
Oversee company operations and employee productivity, building a highly inclusive culture ensuring team members thrive and organizational outcomes are met
Design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures
Oversee daily operations of the company (Marketing, Sales, HR, Operations, etc.)
Write and submit reports to the CEO in all matters of importance
Attend weekly / bi-monthly Staff Meetings, and networking/technology events
Provide day-to-day leadership and management to a service organization that mirrors the adopted mission and core values of the company.
Responsible for driving the company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow and business goals and objectives.
Responsible for the measurement and effectiveness of all processes internal and external.
Provides timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating condition of the company.
Spearhead the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes.
Manage relationships with vendors and partners
Motivate and lead a high-performance team
Represent the firm with clients, investors, and business partners.
Assist, as required, in raising additional capital when necessary to
enable the Company to meet sales, growth, and market share objectives.
Foster a success-oriented, accountable environment within the company.
Control company costs
Job Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Proven experience as Chief Operating Office or relevant role
Understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, Marketing, Sales, etc.
Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development
Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
Working knowledge of IT/Business infrastructure and MS Office
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
Excellent written, oral, and client-facing communication, interpersonal and public speaking skills.
Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
Experience in IT/consulting business models is a plus
Experience with growing Startups is a plus
Experience leading in Startups is a plus
Experience with fundraising is a plus
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business Administration or relevant field with 8+ years’ experience or
Master’s degree in Management, Business Administration or relevant field with 5+ years’ experience
How to Apply]
Applicant are expected to STRICTLY follow the below listed application procedures:
Only qualified and interested applicants can submit application letter and well written curriculum vitae saved in one complied PDF format.
Applicants are required to state their current basic salary in their application letter.
Applicants must make sure their application document is saved by their full name in PDF format.
Please attach any relevant certificates in a PDF format
The job position being applied for must be explicitly stated in the application letter.
Applicants must use this ephratageze@gmail.com and kibromt@xhubaddis.com to submit applications and make sure to state the job position title applying for in the subject line.
Applications not fulfilling the requirements stated above will automatically be rejected.
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