JOB PURPOSE:

To provide overall leadership and strategic direction for staff and stakeholders, coordinate and implement all operational activities of the organisation in accordance with its goals, objectives and strategy.

REPORT TO:            BOARD OF DIRECTORS / GROUP CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative

·       See to the preparation and documentation of an annual operational, manpower and financial strategy for presentation, consideration and approval of the Board of Directors

·       Supervise and ensure the day-to-day functioning of all departments of the organisation

·       Providing overall leadership and direction of all departments in the achievement of their short and long range plans in line with policies, regulations and laws of the country

·       See to the holding of Annual Shareholders Meeting and reporting to it the extent of achievement of the operations and financial performance

·       Serve as liaison between the Shareholders, BOD and Management

·       Organize and hold regular BOD meeting in line with agreed procedures to update and take decisions on operational, management and financial matters

·       Lead the implementation of the organisation’s services in Ghana and other African countries

Financial

·       Responsible for the preparation of annual financial budget and plans for submission to the BOD and or AGM for approval

·       Responsible for the proper financial management of the organisation in line with internal and external established financial management procedures

·       Ensure proper documentation of financial disbursement and receipts prior to approval and or authentication

·       Ensure the availability of funds at all times for all operation performance and logistics

·       Ensure the designing and implementing sound financial reporting mechanisms for the benefit of the BOD, Shareholders and other stakeholders

·       Update and Advise the BOD on all financial matters, policies, procedures and legislation

·       Ensure that relevant financial information is processed and reported in a regular, timely basis in accordance with laid down procedures

·       Ensure that on an annual basis all financial records are audited and validated by the organisation’s external auditors

·       Responsible for using the available resources to Generate Revenue and increase the profitability of the business.

Quality Performance

·       Responsible for establishing and setting up appropriate performance procedures in all the service areas of the organisation

·       Implement routine procedures and checks necessary to ensure compliance with the organisation’s standards

·       Develop and initiate operational standards and methods for inspection, testing and delivering services to clients and other stakeholders

Knowledge and Skills

·       Proven planning and organising skills

·       Good knowledge/understanding of national and global issues and its impact on business operations.

·       In-depth knowledge and experience in strategic planning

·       Very good analytical ability and problem-solving skills

·       Strong negotiation and conflict management skills

·       Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills

·       In-depth knowledge of Management Development Practices

·       Very good interpersonal skills

·       Ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and work effectively with all categories of employees

·       General knowledge of project management

·       Ability to meet deadlines and execute projects

·       Ability to work in a fast paced and often pressured environment

·       Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and internet and other accounting software and tools

·       Excellent knowledge and understanding of enterprise-wide accounting information systems

·       Strong analytical skills with sound decision making

·       Strong leadership, managerial, coaching, and interpersonal skills in a “team” setting

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCED

Education

·       MBA in Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Sales and Marketing or related field.

·       Must have not less than 12 years of working experience, 5 of which must be in Senior Management level

·       Must be a member of a recognised professional body.