Sahel Capital, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:
GENERAL MANAGER
JOB DESCRIPTION
The COO/General Manager will be expected to: Report to and work closely with the Directors
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the company
Manage the entity’s budget, drive sales and manage costs; ensuring transparency, accountability and efficiency in the use of the company’s resources
Provide financial oversight of business operations with a focus on delivering on financial goals and key business metrics
Ensure the smooth functioning of the office support systems including negotiations with suppliers, vendors and other service providers in the most cost effective manner
Ensure that the company maintains the highest quality control and production standards, and invests in R & D and new product development to minimize costs and enhance output
Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with financial, human resources and administrative policies and procedures
Manage the entity’s brand, actively promoting its products via different media
Provide leadership and management oversight for the company’s employees and volunteers;
Prepare regular reports on the performance of the entity for the managing directors and other external stakeholders – including funders and partners as required
Ensure that company complies with all tax and legal obligations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
A minimum of a post graduate degree, preference for a masters degree
Over 7 years of managerial experience
Evidence of strong accounting and operations skills
Evidence of strong networks in the Nigerian private, public and nonprofit sector
Demonstrable knowledge and interest in agribusiness and food processing
Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills
Proven entrepreneurial ability and capacity to work with significant autonomy
A high level of integrity and preparedness to keep stakeholders informed. www.jobcenternigeria.com
Strong indication of passion for Nigeria’s development and commitment to the developmental objectives of the entity
Salaries & Benefits
Salaries will be competitive and will be commensurate with experience.
TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application and CVs to: recruiting@aacefoods.com
DUE DATE: 30 June, 2015