Managing Director

Managing Director

The ideal candidate will be a strategist and a leader able to steer the company to the most profitable direction while also implementing its vision, mission and long term goals. Very strong crisis management skills will also be essential since the managing director is the one expected to save the company in times of need.

The goal is to ensure the company is constantly moving towards fulfilling its short-term and long-term objectives and does not diverge from its strategic guidelines.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the companys business strategies in order to attain the goals of the board and shareholders

Provide strategic advice to the board and Chairperson so that they will have accurate view of the market and the companys future

Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans to facilitate achievement by planning cost-effective operations and market development activities

Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the company and that they are followed at all times

Communicate and maintain trust relationships with shareholders, business partners and authorities

Oversee the companys financial performance, investments and other business ventures

Delegate responsibilities and supervise the work of executives providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance

Read all submitted reports by lower rank managers to reward performance, prevent issues and resolve problems

Act as the public speaker and public relations representative of the company in ways that strengthen its profile

Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure company survival and growth

Requirements and skills

Proven experience as Managing Director or other managerial position

Demonstrable experience in developing strategic and business plans

Thorough knowledge of market changes and forces that influence the company

Strong understanding of corporate finance and measures of performance

Familiarity with corporate law and management best practices

Excellent organisational and leadership skills

Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities

BSc/BA in business administration or relevant field; MSc/MA will be preferred