Our client, a young
and vibrant group of companies in diverse economic sectors including real
estate, hospitality, education and agribusiness is expanding its business
horizons within Kenya, Great Lakes Region and West Africa.
Group General Manager
This is a senior
position in the Group with the responsibility of providing overall leadership
to the business portfolio. The incumbent reports directly to the Board of
Directors and Chairman.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop
and implement the Group business strategy in the most efficient manner.
- Develop
an investment appraisal structure and advice theboard accordingly.
- Develop
and present annual plans consistent with the strategies to the board of
directors for approval.
- Prepare
management and board reports according to professional standards and best
practice.
- Steer
the team in developing efficient and effective marketing initiatives to
spur growth within the Group companies.
- Implement
an objective, efficient and effective performance management system.
- Ensure
that the Group companies maintain an effective framework of internal
controls over risks to maximize profitability.
- Liaise
effectively with key business partners, Government and other stakeholders.
- Nurture
a working environment that attracts, retains and motivates
employees.
- Ensure
compliance with legal and regulatory provisions.
Key skills and competences
- First
degree in a relevant field and MBA, both from a recognized university.
- Holder
of a professional qualification and member of a professional body.
- At
least five years experience in the similar position with a large
organization, preferably a multinational.
- Demonstrated
leadership skills in a complex environment involving diversity in culture
and business environment.
- Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills.
- In
depth knowledge of corporate Governance.
Group Financial Controller
This position is
responsible for planning, directing and controlling financial operations of the
Group.
The incumbent reports
to Group General Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure
efficient running of finance functions within the Group.
- Ensure
reliable financial reporting system for decision making (management
accounts and annual financial statements).
- Contribute
to the strategic planning and development as a member of senior management
team especially on finance strategy.
- Provide
comptrollership functions in order to ensure finances are managed
according to policies and procedures set out by the Group.
- Coordinate
preparation of budgets and forecasts.
- Ensure
that the Group is statutorily compliant in all aspects of their business
operations.
- Coordinate
external audits
- Manage
capital expenditure and projects
Key skills and competences
- Undergraduate
degree in accounting or finance with a Masters in Finance or Business
Administration, or any other relevant field.
- Professional
qualification of ACCA or CPA (K) and a member of ICPAK in good standing.
- Experience
in preparation of financial statements according to IAS and IFRS
- At
least four years experience in a similar position in financeof a busy
company with computerized financial systems.
- Possess
analytical skills and cute eye for details.
- Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience
in good corporate governance.
Interested candidates should send their applications and
detailed CVs together with day time telephone contacts via e-mail to
competencedc@gmail.com to be received by 17 August 2012.
Quote the position as
the subject of the e-mail.
Only shortlisted
candidates will be acknowledged.
