Friday, January 31, 2014

Global Equity Ventures General Manager Vacancy in Kenya

Our client - Global Equity Ventures is a mature investment group, founded in 2003 with a mandate to grow the members funds through investments in real estate, private equity and quoted investments. 
The members are leaders in business with a proven track record of success in various fields such as marketing, pharmaceuticals, legal, banking and IT.
They are currently looking for a dynamic executive to fill in the position of General Manager
The General Manager has the overall responsibility of running the company’s profitability while driving the general operations of the organisation.
The Main areas of focus would be: Leadership, Ensuring efficient operations, Revenue Generation and Provision of Excellent Customer Service.
Main Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Seek and Prospect new business in consultation with the Board and the Management Team
  • Accountable for profitability, performance on set targets and budget management
  • Report on the Financial Performance to the Board together with the Finance Manager
  • Ensure employees meet the KPIs
  • Ensuring delivery of exceptional Customer Service by handling customer needs and handling the different queries
  • Providing Direction and Leadership to the team: Ensuring clear focus on set targets and objectives
  • Recommend and Account for Staff recruitment, Training, Management and Motivation
  • Set Clear KPIS for the Staff and ensure accountability in meeting their set targets
  • Conduct Daily meetings to ensure proper workflow and priorities
  • Conduct one on one meetings, appraisals and any other disciplinary measures with the staff in consulting with the HR Manager
  • Ensure clear communication of performance,targets through monthly meetings and proper communication channels
  • Manage Commercial Sales, PR and Marketing to ensure revenue growth and margins are defended
  • Ensure all contracts with suppliers, contractors, tenants,buyers are executed and maintained
  • Undertake Market research, intelligence to ensure the company remains dynamic by coming up or improving the products at hand 
 Day to Day Activities will include: 
  • Managing Ongoing projects,
  • Daily Staff Meetings,
  • Preparing Daily reports, 
  • Conduct Due diligence in areas of Operations, 
  • Approve Financial expenditure,
  • Managing employee metrics, 
  • Oversee daily implementation of the overall strategy
Requirements:
  • Senior Management level (5 Years)in a Real Estate Company,Property or Construction
  • Strong General management Experience in a Successful Real Estate Company
  • Sales and Marketing Experience
  • Previous experience in Managing a diverse team
  • Knowledge of Key players within the real Estate Industry
  • High Level of Financial Management and Commercial Awareness
  • Strong Leadership skills with ability to achieve results
  • Ability to network across all industries with confidence and authority
  • Ability to formulate strategy and follow up on its execution
  •  Excellent relationship building skills,interpersonal skills and communication skills
Education
  • University Degree in Land Economics and relevant professional qualifications.
  • A Masters Degree would be and added advantage
Interested parties should submit their CVs with cover letter to jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke