General Manager Africa

Job description
MUST DO

• As the most senior executive in the country, the General Manager is responsible for setting the strategic vision for the local organization aligned with the company mission and goals;
• Responsible for managing the local team in order to ensure the delivery of the agreed (financial and non-financial) goals;
  Assure the control and delivery of the Profit & Loss agreed targets of the business unit;
• Taking control of the current and long-range objectives and setting of the adequate product and service sales and marketing plans for future developments;
• Representation of the Company and its values in its relationships with major customers, suppliers, and competitors;
• Execution of the above functions in accordance with the general policies of the Company.
   

MUST HAVE

• University degree (MBA preferable);
• Background of New Media industry with
• 8 10 years’ experience, in Telco, IT or mobile marketing companies;
• Wide range experience in managing large teams;
• Previous experience in a multinational environment is considered plus;
• Ability to work autonomously with team members in other countries;
• Business negotiation and communication skills;
• Ability to work under pressure;