General Manager Job in Kenya

General Manager Job in Kenya

We are looking for an aggressive person to fill the following vacant for our client.

Position: General Manager

Reports to: Managing Director

Location: Nairobi

Salary Package: Competitive

Main Purpose of the Job: Managing the day-to-day running of the company, which involves, among other things, client and staff management; business promotion, company and project operations; and cost management with a view to growing both turnover and profit consistent with the company’s plans.

Responsibilities

Overall achievement of company business objectives and financial targets

Overall quality control

Developing, writing and reviewing proposals/ reports/ presentations

Presenting proposals and reports

Handling client enquiries and issues

Reviewing new client briefs, discussing the appropriate approach & allocating work to the relevant teams

Marketing and selling the company’s services to existing and prospective clients

Reviewing progress and job updates with the office and field teams

Resolving project and/or staff conflicts, problems or issues

Identifying, attracting and retaining talented staff

Conducting training programmes for staff
Evaluating, motivating and coaching staff

Reviewing business performance and development, organisation structure, and staff development strategy with the senior management team

Recommending appropriate business strategy changes to senior management

Implementation of agreed business strategy

Creating, maintaining and developing close business relationship with clients and suppliers

Monitoring competitive activity and recommending strategies and tactics to safe guard the company’s business

Cost control and

recommending ways to improve operational efficiency

Dealing with all third-party publics in a manner that develops and enhances the company’s relationship with them

Qualifications.

Bachelor’s degree in commerce, economics or related fields

Training in Field Marketing and Sales Promotions

Education in Management

Good analytical skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Team building and team leadership skills

Good organisation skills

Good mentoring skills

Good computer skills

Excellent communication skills

At least 10 years’ experience in Marketing, Brand Management, Field Marketing, Sales Promotions or Advertising from reputable firms

High initiative

Rational/objective

High level of Accuracy/Attention to detail

Honesty

Integrity

Creativity

Open mindedness

Results oriented

Diplomatic, tactful and excellent public relations

Decisive and willing to take personal responsibility

Travelling and spending nights away from home

Working long hours

Ability to withstand work pressure

If you qualify , send your CV only to hro@employd.co.ke indicating your expected salary.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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