Job vacancy General Manager /Consulting & Advisory

We are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the role of General Manager for our client in Addis Ababa. The chosen candidate will play a pivotal role that bridges the operational functions with the overarching strategic goals of the company.

Eligibility: Open to both expatriate and local applicants

Key Responsibilities:

+ Business Development & Client Relations:

• Spearhead business development initiatives to tap into new markets and segments.
• Support East Africa expansion.
• Forge and nurture relationships with both existing and potential clients.
• Analyse industry trends and adapt strategies accordingly to ensure competitive positioning.

+ Operational Leadership:

• Manages the business semi-independently but reports to the Partners.
• Oversee the entire operational process, ensuring seamless execution from client brief to report delivery.
• Implement strategies for streamlined workflow, ensuring optimal team performance and timely project completion.

+ Team Management, Development & HR Decisions:

• Lead, mentor, and support the team, ensuring they have the required resources and training.
• Foster an environment of continuous learning and professional growth within the team.

+ Client Service Excellence:

• Act as the primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring their requirements are clearly understood and met.
• Develop and maintain feedback loops with clients to enhance service quality continuously.

+ Report Production & Quality Assurance:

• Supervise the creation of client reports, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and top-tier quality.
• Implement regular quality checks and revisions to maintain the firm's reputation for excellence.

+ Strategic Planning:

• Align operational processes with the firm's broader strategic goals.
• Anticipate market changes and adjust operational strategies accordingly.

+ Financial Management:

• Develop and oversee annual budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Monitor financial performance metrics, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Vigilantly identify potential business risks and orchestrate effective mitigation strategies.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, law, business, economics or a related field.
• Demonstrated minimum experience of 8 to 5 years in a similar role in consulting, particularly in areas such as banking, investment, regulatory and marketing.
• Experience in consulting and advisory and/or corporate - government relation, donors funded projects.
• Must show ability to coordinate complex projects.
• Fluency in English, with impeccable written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership capabilities, with a keen eye for both macro and micro operational facets and an attention to details in reporting.