Business Manager
2 months ago
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Safaricom, Ltd is a leading mobile network operator in Kenya. It was formed in 1997 as a fully owned subsidiary of Telkom Kenya. In May 2000, Vodafone Group Plc of the United Kingdom acquired a 40% stake and management responsibility for the company. Safaricom employs over 1,500 people mainly stationed in Nairobi and other big cities like Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru and Eldoret in which it manages retail outlets. Currently, it has nationwide dealerships to ensure customers across the country have access to its products and services.
JOB SUMMARY
QUALIFICATIONSA bachelor's degreeProject Management certification Prince II or PMP and / or Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt.Have 10 years work experience in the Telecom/ICT space of FMCG; 5 of which must be in senior ManagementMinimum 5 years' experience in project management and information technologyMinimum 5 years leadership experience in a cross-functional or matrix organization.Requires strong experience in business and solution development, project/program management, and project delivery in a technology space.Experience developing complex, multi-year project plans to meet business objectives within budget.Very Strong understanding of the system development life cycleVery Strong understanding of the project management and testing life cycleAbility to interact effectively with various levels within the organization.Proven experience in risk management and change managementProficient in project management softwareExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to effectively communicate and present to all levels of the organization including EXCOSolid understanding of project management methodology to identify and communicate issues, risks and dependencies across a large-scale programExperience using automated project management governance tools
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy Formulation & AlignmentLead the strategic mapping process for the division.Research on new methodology on Strategic Management to match to business needs.Strategy ExecutionFacilitate the roll-out of the Channels and Sales Strategy. Work with divisional leads to ensure implementation of best practice.Champion the process improvement within the business to attain strategic objectives.Partners in delivery of strategic programs across divisions for turnarounds by tracking & monitoring the roll outMonthly reporting on progress of implementation of agreed strategy action plans.Projects ManagementTake leadership in strategic projects/initiatives in relating to overall company strategy.Oversee the formulation, implementation, and review of Safaricom Strategic projects.Oversee justifications and due diligence for all business acquisitions and key projects undertaken by the business.Lead the Integration of acquired businessesProducts Gate and GovernanceDrive the Governance and Gate process for all products and Services.Business Intelligence & Thought LeadershipConsistently monitoring operating environment activities of strategic interest and provide thought leadership on changes taking place in the industry.Research on new areas of business that Safaricom can gain strategic advantage over its competitorsSeek intelligence on competitor strategy from industry experts, Telecom analysts and other media whilst maintaining highest ethical standards.Costs ContainmentReview and advice the Chief on overall company cost management initiatives.Prepare the department's budget and forecasts in line with the company policy and manage the department's Expenditure.People ManagementOversee the teamWork and manage in a matrix structure Coaching, mentoring, and delegating when need be.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Project management, Project preparation and planning, Project implementation
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree
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