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We are looking for committed, passionate, respectful and hard-working individuals to take on the position of Business Development Officer.
The position is a managerial position, managing groups of people while also focusing on the guidance and direction of the company, in the business development aspect.
Main Responsibilities include:
Contributing to the implementation of the company’s market penetration and expansion strategyStaying abreast with the latest developments, products, marketing updates, and the relevant terms and conditions while positively communicating them to the relevant target group.Being up to date with the market competition and general information of the targeted industry.Ensuring that high-level services are provided and client enquiries are dealt with at the maximum standard of quality.Undertaking qualitative analysis on statistics to draw useful conclusions for the development of the business.Performing market data analysis and reporting.Providing suggestions on system enhancements.Ensuring compliance with the company’s legal guidelines and compliance procedures.Always acting in the best interest of the company and cooperating with the rest of the team to contribute efficiently towards the business growth and development.Contributing to team effort by achieving targeted results.Cooperating effectively with other departments as necessaryBeing available for potential traveling within the country for potential meetings and events.
Main requirements:
Degree in Business, Marketing, Finance or relatedFluency in English with excellent oral and written skills, Afrikaans will be considered a plusReliable, with the integrity of character and strong business acumenExcellent people management skillsOutstanding communication and interpersonal skillsDynamic, innovative and target-oriented.Strong computer literacy
Benefit from:
Intellectually stimulating work environmentContinuous personal development and international training opportunities
Bonuses based on Performance
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Join This Team as Group CEO and Lead an Ambitious Manufacturing Group!
Are you ready to take the helm of a dynamic and diverse manufacturing group with ambitious growth plans? Look no further - This Group is seeking a professional and visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead their team of dedicated professionals towards unparalleled success.
About The Company:
My Client is a renowned pioneering distribution trading house of FMCG products in East Africa operating since 1952 with diverse manufacturing facilities including wax candles, wax-coated matches, bottling spirit, steel, and chemicals. With around 3,000 talented employees, including 180 expatriate staff, the Company is committed to excellence and innovation in every aspect of their operations.
*Important to note that my client is seeking an Indian National preferably with strong experience in East Africa or Rest of Africa in a similar role.
Remuneration Structure
Highly competitive ( International Standards) US$ Salary (paid Nett offshore)In-country Living allowanceAccommodation provided ( with hard furnishings) - Single / Family statusCompany VehicleCost of all visas and work permitsMedical CoverProvident FundAnnual BonusesAnnual leaveFlight tickets return to point of origin when taking leaveOther Benifits will be discussed in interview
Qualifications:
Proven track record of leadership and success in a similar role, preferably within the FMCG / manufacturing industry.Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate teams towards achieving goals.Advanced financial management and budgeting skills.Deep understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks.Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field; MBA preferred.
Key Responsibilities: As the Group CEO, you will be the driving force behind our business, responsible for providing strategic, financial, and operational leadership for all group companies. Your key duties include:
Developing and implementing business policies, strategies, and initiatives aligned with our overarching group strategy.Collaborating with General Managers to establish annual budgets and drive profitability.Identifying opportunities and threats in the market and working closely with the board to capitalize on or mitigate them.Cultivating strong relationships with government officials, customers, banks, and suppliers.Acting as the primary spokesperson for the Group companies and shaping our corporate cu...
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My Client based in East Africa ( Uganda) is looking for a competent Security manager to organize and oversee all security operations of the company. Security personnel will be under your command while you develop and implement policies and procedures to maintain security standards.
As security manager, you will have to demonstrate excellent surveillance and emergency response skills. You will need a strong commitment to security rules and knowledge of all hazards and threats to safety. Since you will have a number of people under your responsibility, you must also exhibit leadership skills.
The goal is to create and preserve an environment where employees, visitors and property are safe and well-protected.
The Client will give preference to : Ugandan Nationals as well as East African Citizens ( Kenya , Tanzania etc ) and candidates from Southern Africa with the necessary credentials to fill this role.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement security policies, protocols and proceduresControl budgets for security operations and monitor expensesRecruit, train and supervise security officers and guardsAttend meetings with other managers to determine operational needsPlan and coordinate security operations for specific eventsCoordinate staff when responding to emergencies and alarmsReview reports on incidents and breachesInvestigate and resolve issuesCreate reports for management on security statusAnalyze data to form proposals for improvements (e.g. implementation of new technology)
Requirements
Proven experience as security manager or similar positionExperience using relevant technology and equipment (e.g. CCTV)Experience in reporting and emergency response planningExcellent knowledge of security protocols and proceduresSolid understanding of budgeting and statistical data analysisWorking knowledge of MS OfficeExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsOutstanding organizational and leadership skillsCommitted and reliableHigh school diploma; Further education in security administration or similar field will be an asset
Remuneration Structure:
The selected candidate will sign an initial contract for a period of 2 years, which would be renewable for further period(s) of 2 years each (on mutual understanding / agreement ). The Company expects the incumbent to look at this assignment as long-term engagement.
Expatriate employees are remunerated in two parts: 1st part: Representing the expatriate’s net Salary is directly paid either in Uganda in US $ Dollars or a nominated offshore account and is tax free. This is negotiable at the time of interview ...
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My client a large Sugar Conglomerate in East Africa is recruiting for a Project Manager. As the project manager, your job will be to coordinate people and processes to ensure that projects are delivered on time and produce the desired results. You will be the go-to person for everything involving a project’s organization and timeline.
Remuneration Structure:
The selected candidate will sign an initial contract for a period of 2 years, which would be renewable for further period(s) of 2 years each (on mutual understanding / agreement ). The Company expects the incumbent to look at this assignment as long-term engagement.
Expatriate employees are remunerated in two parts: 1st part: Representing the expatriate’s net Salary is directly paid either in Uganda in US $ Dollars or a nominated offshore account and is tax free. This is negotiable at the time of interview and is fixed for two years. This salary is revised at the end of every two years at the time of contract renewal. Salary Band for this position: US$ ( as discussed still to be negotiated). Local Living Allowance: 2nd Part: Local Living Allowance (Based on Salary Banding Level for this position): A local allowance is paid which is taxable in Uganda. The balance after tax is adequate to meet normal living expenses of the family. Most expatriates can manage their local expenses within the allowance.Annual Gratuity - In addition to salary an Annual Gratuity is paid at the rate of one month’s external salary for each completed year of service. This is payable at the time of leaving the services of the GroupNational Social Security Fund: The company will contribute the full 15% (10% of employer and 5% of employee) of your external salary towards NSSF contributions till you attain the age of 55 years. This is payable when you attain 55 years or finally leave the company employment by NSSF authorities.Medical: You will be entitled for self and family Medical Insurance / reimbursement as well as Hospital Cover per company regulations and congruent to your Salary Band – this will be detailed to you at time of interview.Vehicle / Transportation : You will be provided with a company vehicle or transportation by the company. This will be discussed at interview.Working Tools – Provided by the company - Computer and all other necessary to carry out your working obligations , Mobile phone allowanceAccommodation: The company provides family accommodation and normally expects employees to be accompanied by their families - unless there are serious constraints such as continuing education of older children or aged parents, spouse’s employment, etc. The accommodation is. provided with hard furniture an...
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My Client a medium sized family enterprise based in Uganda , East Africa , is urgently recruiting for an Executive Director to oversee , manage and report on 4 businesses with a collective annual turnover of US$ 125 000 000.00 :
Steel Factory - production and supply Tea Estate and factory for Tea production and packaging Security Company Sugar Factory ( in Rwanda)
Remuneration Structure:
The selected candidate will sign an initial contract for a period of 2 years, which would be renewable for further period(s) of 2 years each (on mutual understanding / agreement ). The Company expects the incumbent to look at this assignment as long-term engagement.
Expatriate employees are remunerated in two parts: 1st part: Representing the expatriate’s net Salary is directly paid either in Uganda in US $ Dollars or a nominated offshore account and is tax free. This is negotiable at the time of interview and is fixed for two years. This salary is revised at the end of every two years at the time of contract renewal. Salary Band for this position: US$ ( as discussed still to be negotiated). Local Living Allowance: 2nd Part: Local Living Allowance (Based on Salary Banding Level for this position): A local allowance is paid which is taxable in Uganda. The balance after tax is adequate to meet normal living expenses of the family. Most expatriates can manage their local expenses within the allowance.Annual Gratuity - In addition to salary an Annual Gratuity is paid at the rate of one month’s external salary for each completed year of service. This is payable at the time of leaving the services of the GroupNational Social Security Fund: The company will contribute the full 15% (10% of employer and 5% of employee) of your external salary towards NSSF contributions till you attain the age of 55 years. This is payable when you attain 55 years or finally leave the company employment by NSSF authorities.Medical: You will be entitled for self and family Medical Insurance / reimbursement as well as Hospital Cover per company regulations and congruent to your Salary Band – this will be detailed to you at time of interview.Vehicle / Transportation : You will be provided with a company vehicle or transportation by the company. This will be discussed at interview.Working Tools – Provided by the company - Computer and all other necessary to carry out your working obligations , Mobile phone allowanceAccommodation: The company provides family accommodation and normally expects employees to be accompanied by their families - unless there are serious constraints such as continuing education of older childre...
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To support our clients partners and own growth our client based in Cape Town is seeking seasoned consultants with experience in deploying Azure Security services. This vacancy is also interesting if you’ve only deployed Microsoft Cloud workloads as an IT Professional, and are on your path getting more and more comfortable with security
You design, implement and breathe Microsoft Cloud IaaS / PaaS solutions based on the customer’s requirements and expectations.You assist in (pre)sales cycles with solution selling and pricing strategiesYou work with your team to help develop and deliver solutions based on technologies in one of these two areas;
Azure generic(e.g. Azure Policy, etc.)Defender for Cloud (VMs, SQL, Storage Account, Key Vault, etc.)Azure Network SecurityAzure WAF (Web Application Firewall)Azure FirewallAzure DDoS Protection
Microsoft Sentinel
Whom we are looking for
You possess AZ-500 and other Azure Microsoft certificationsYou are open to achieving the CISSP or CCSP certification
You have several years of experience with Azure, with a focus on security productsYou have demonstrated knowlegde in Azure, Azure Defender, Azure Sentinel, Azure Network Security like Azure WAF, Azure FirewallYou know PowerShell and/or KQLYou are familiar with Scrum and know how to deliver following such an approach
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Looking for a candidate with strong administrative skills based in Hartbeespoort area
Requirements:
MatricAdministrative skillsAttention to detailComputer literateCommunication skillsBased in Hartbeespoort
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JOB ROLE
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Line Management of Kenya Operations
As General Operations Manager you are end-responsible for the management of all operations
in Kenya. This includes amongst others:
Line management of all employees in Kenya; their performance and developmentEnsuring that the various Kenya guest-facing units deliver guest services / experiences in line with the agreed standards & definitions; idem for agent servicesEnd-responsible for the consistently strong and cost-efficient performance of support functions including resupplies, fleet management and asset management / maintenanceEnsuring that the Kenya operations meet the company’s Group policies, procedures and standards at all times, including a/o health & safety and admin controlsEnsuring that all assets and equipment are kept in excellent conditionStrong general performance of the company’s Kenya operations against set management objectivesStrong financial performance of the company’s Kenya operations against its Operating Budget as well as good management of CAPEX against CAPEX budgets/plans
Your Profile
We are looking for an experienced, well-rounded GM-like Operations Manager with the following profile:
Minimum 10 years of experience in various operational management roles (Africa experience and tourism industry experience a must)Strong organizational and logistic skills in leadership positions in organisations with >150 staffEffective at managing and training/coaching middle managers and staffEffective at crisis management and good at making instant decisions; ability to multitask and prioritize in a challenging environmentGood working knowledge & experience in the majority of the following areas:Logistics/resupplyCost managementHRMenus, food quality and food presentationSome bush/guide knowledgeAsset & fleet maintenance managementAbility to build good working relationships with people at all levels from camp staff to the Board of DirectorsProven ability to handle complex intercultural people matters, with cultural sensitivity and awarenessPassion for positive impact and wildlife tourism as well as community developmentMinimum degree or diplomaStrong verbal and written communication skills and ability to structure and present work plans and ideasIndependent ‘getting things done’ mentality; willing to work hardSwahili a preference
Location & Travel Requirements
You will be based in Nairobi with frequent tra...
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Do you enjoy interacting with people from different cultural backgrounds? Would you help others realize their travel dream and experience the best that a destination has to offer? Would you like to join a multicultural and passionate team in an entrepreneurial environment where boundaries in the global travel industry are challenged and new ideas and out-of-the-box thinking are welcomed and encouraged?
Overview
Our client is currently recruiting a Travel Coordinator | Destination Specialist to join their team. The role of a trip coordinator is to manage and coordinate trips for our international guests while they are travelling with the company, with the aim of bringing alive the magic of travel through a well-organized and seamless trip. Specifically, the responsibilities would include:
Working closely with their partners to confirm ground services the moment a booking comes inReconfirming all services with relevant partners before the start of a trip to ensure everything is booked as per what has been promised to the guestLiaising between their guests and the partners to execute trips and deliver on the experiences promised by their travel consultantsProviding prompt, courteous service to guests by applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills to their problemsUnderstanding the guests’ requirements and coordinating with different departments to prepare necessary arrangements pre and post the guests’ travelBriefing guests about their upcoming experience in Africa and EuropeActing as the single point of contact for guests on his or her trip and providing 24hr support throughout the duration of the trip - this would include availability over weekends and holidays in case of emergencies or crisisIssue handling, catering to special requests, planning surprises and special activities, and regular follow-ups with guests by negotiating with partners for freebies or special rates
? We are looking for a more tailor made Senior consultant.
? Experience working with Southern Africa product.
? TourPlan knowledge preferable not a must.
? Has 4-5 years DMC (Destination Management Company) experience Knowledge on Southern Africa product.
? Experience working with US/UK markets
What do they expect from you?
You love interacting with and helping people and have a passion for delighting guests and making their travel dreams come true. You are willing and keen to go the extra mile to support our guests and comfortable with flexible working hours including evenings and weekends if necessaryYou are an excellent communicator in the English language, both verbal and written. This entails st...
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Our client is one of East Africa’s long-standing safari companies. They are looking to employ a professional Chef Trainer to be responsible for managing all chef training and Foods & Beverages (F&B) operations and for delivering an excellent guest experience across all their lodges in Tanzania. The successful candidate will be able to forecast, plan, manage and approve all F&B orders in accordance with set par levels and menus.
As the Chef Trainer, you will be tasked with helping to trouble shoot any problems across the lodges, whilst setting and maintaining the F&B standards.
The Chef Trainer is a member of the training team and indirectly the F&B department. The objective of the training department is to constantly train skills in order to improve the quality of service to our guests. As part of the F&B department we aim to offer wholesome lovingly well-prepared meals while ensuring that we engage with our guests to ensure what we offer is well received.
Reporting Relationships
Position Reports to: Group Head Chef Trainer
General Profile
As a chef trainer you will lead by example and must always remain professional. This includes your attire as well as your attitude. A chef trainer is responsible for improving the skills and efficiency of our kitchens while indirectly improving the overall food offering at our camps. He/she will observe all aspects of the F&B offering while in camp and report any irregularities or concerns. While in camp the chef trainer will engage with guests at mealtimes to ensure that meals are well received.
Health & Food Safety
As a trainer he/she will be knowledgeable of food safety guidelines and procedures and will ensure that these guidelines are trained and adhered to. This will include assisting management & camp chefs with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas at all times. Report maintenance problems, breakages, fire and health hazards, security risks, accidents, lost and found, shortages and any unusual happenings.
Training
As a chef training your main function is to train set curriculum as set out by the group head of training. This training will be reported on a monthly basis. As a trainer you will be asked to assess the progress of each individual and assist in managing their progress.
Enforcing company rules and regulations
It will be your responsibility to ensure that recipes, portion controls, food safety and presentation specifications are adhered to in order to remain consistent. While in camp you will assist with receiving of food items, stock counts and food orders and report any discrepancies to the camp management.
Communication
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Our client is looking for a candidate with a B.Sc. qualification or similar, or strong experience in a similar position in the agriculture industry. This candidate will be responsible for the sales and marketing of our agricultural concepts and products to current and potential clients in the specific area of responsibility. The candidate will need to understand the crop needs of the area and develop more effective and efficient farming practices by conducting research, taking, and testing samples, and solving complex agricultural problems.The TSR will work closely with the client/farmer to provide ongoing support to develop better farming conditions and long-term working relationships.Responsibilities:Grow existing accounts by maintaining relationships with clients.Manage the operation of accounts by responding to customers, forecasting, arranging services and ordering new products.Generate new leads and tackle existing leads to contribute to business growth.Attend trade shows and relevant conferences.Qualifications:Matric qualification.BSc in Agriculture or similarCompetencies:3+ years of experience as an agronomist or experience in a similar role.Experience in agrochemicals a benefit.Agricultural inputs experience beneficial.Ability to build trust and confidence with the client/farmer through product knowledge, presentation and overcoming objections.Proficient in Microsoft Office & general computer usage.Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.Strong understanding of the full sales process.Customer relationship management (CRM) software experience.Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Remuneration: Industry-related basic salary dependent on experience.Attractive commission structure with strong growth incentives.Company vehicle & fuel.Cellphone & tablet.
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Our client is looking for a candidate with a B.Sc. qualification or similar, or strong experience in a similar position in the agriculture industry. This candidate will be responsible for the sales and marketing of our agricultural concepts and products to current and potential clients in the specific area of responsibility. The candidate will need to understand the crop needs of the area and develop more effective and efficient farming practices by conducting research, taking, and testing samples, and solving complex agricultural problems.The TSR will work closely with the client/farmer to provide ongoing support to develop better farming conditions and long-term working relationships.Responsibilities:Grow existing accounts by maintaining relationships with clients.Manage the operation of accounts by responding to customers, forecasting, arranging services and ordering new products.Generate new leads and tackle existing leads to contribute to business growth.Attend trade shows and relevant conferences.Qualifications:Matric qualification.BSc in Agriculture or similarCompetencies:3+ years of experience as an agronomist or experience in a similar role.Experience in agrochemicals a benefit.Agricultural inputs experience beneficial.Ability to build trust and confidence with the client/farmer through product knowledge, presentation and overcoming objections.Proficient in Microsoft Office & general computer usage.Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.Strong understanding of the full sales process.Customer relationship management (CRM) software experience.Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Remuneration: Industry-related basic salary dependent on experience.Attractive commission structure with strong growth incentives.Company vehicle & fuel.Cellphone & tablet.
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Our client is looking for a candidate with a B.Sc. qualification or similar, or strong experience in a similar position in the agriculture industry. This candidate will be responsible for the sales and marketing of our agricultural concepts and products to current and potential clients in the specific area of responsibility. The candidate will need to understand the crop needs of the area and develop more effective and efficient farming practices by conducting research, taking, and testing samples, and solving complex agricultural problems.The TSR will work closely with the client/farmer to provide ongoing support to develop better farming conditions and long-term working relationships.Responsibilities:Grow existing accounts by maintaining relationships with clients.Manage the operation of accounts by responding to customers, forecasting, arranging services and ordering new products.Generate new leads and tackle existing leads to contribute to business growth.Attend trade shows and relevant conferences.Qualifications:Matric qualification.BSc in Agriculture or similarCompetencies:3+ years of experience as an agronomist or experience in a similar role.Experience in agrochemicals a benefit.Agricultural inputs experience beneficial.Ability to build trust and confidence with the client/farmer through product knowledge, presentation and overcoming objections.Proficient in Microsoft Office & general computer usage.Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.Strong understanding of the full sales process.Customer relationship management (CRM) software experience.Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Remuneration: Industry-related basic salary dependent on experience.Attractive commission structure with strong growth incentives.Company vehicle & fuel.Cellphone & tablet.
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