General Manager - Madrid, España - Melt Group

Melt Group

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Madrid, España

hace 1 semana

Publicado por:

Isabel García

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Descripción

In Melt Group we are searching for one of our clients, world leader in information technology and security systems, a General Manager (GM) who will be resposible for the operations in West Africa.

Position SummaryThe GM is a senior manager who will build and lead the country team, manage all aspects of business in the country, represent the company to key external stakeholders, build key governmental relationships and partnerships, promote innovation and entrepreneurship, and deliver on objectives and milestones within agreed budgets and timelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Contribute to overall vision and strategy, in consultation with other Country Managers, Directors, CEO.
Manage all aspects of the business at country level and ensure goals are achieved

Ensure business is aligned with overall country-level strategy, contributes to operational approach for the country, and links to national airport-sector plans, initiatives or structures.

Build, motivate, and lead team.

Establish quality assurance principles and procedures in the selection and oversight of consultants, partners, and other persons/entities involved in developing or implementing structure.

Represent the company with key external stakeholders, including airlines, partners, sector-wide networks, and government.
Adapt global operations strategy to national context; create national-level strategies and plans; manage key risks.
Monitor national landscape relating to the company, developments, and policies affecting the project.
Coordinate project design and implementation, obtaining necessary inputs/guidance from other country managers and directors ensuring program goals are achieved.
Develop agreements and contracts (in consultation with CFO).
Create and monitor budgets (in consultation with CFO and Corporate Treasurer).
Prepare and present monthly budgets to Headquarters for approval by the CEO or Corporate Treasurer.
Develop and maintain management systems, including communication, reporting, authorities and decision-making protocols.
Prepare and submit high quality monthly and annual reports, and other updates as required.
Lead and develop the country team.
Oversee accounting policies and procedures, in consultation with the Corporate Treasurer and CFO.
Provide financial reports as requested.
Review and approve all travel, general expense reports, and timesheets for staff in the region.

Under the leadership of the CEO and in consultation with the HR Director, plan and execute the recruitment of staff.

Review and support staff development in consultation with the HR Director.

Work closely with team to ensure planning, administration, logistics, IT and other systems support are consistent with Company policies, procedures and best practices.

Serve as primary in-country media liaison.
Ensure effective internal communications between government and country office.
Contribute country information to the Company headquarters.
The GM will also undertake other duties assigned by the CEO in conjunction with business development and changes therein.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in business, information technology or relevant experience in similar roles. Master's Degree a plus.
Minimum of 5 years relevant senior management and/or program management experience.
English and French speaking and writing skills required.
Previous field experience and/or living overseas a plus.
PMP Certification highly desired.
Experience negotiating with government officials and national level organizations and leaders, as well as networking with industry leaders.
Proven personnel management experience; empower and engage all levels of personnel.
Demonstrated decision-making skills.
Ability to prioritize a diverse and heavy workload, and meet tight deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal, communications within the team.
Problem solving and analytical skills
Willingness to travel regularly, including challenging locations.
Solid leadership and organizational skills required.
Must be attentive to detail and able to function under pressure.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information is a must.

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