Manager, Business

11 hours ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Standard Bank Group Full time 6,000,000 - 8,500,000 per year

Company Description
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector's most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We're passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description
The Business Manager is responsible for ensuring that the Foundation's strategy is translated into clear plans, processes, and results. The role supports program delivery, manages core operations, and strengthens systems that enable the Foundation to achieve its mission in the development sector (e.g. economic empowerment, Digital skills education and climate resilience.

The Business Manager works closely with senior leadership and program teams to implement the strategic plan, monitor performance, manage risks, and ensure that resources (people, finances, systems) are used effectively and transparently.

Qualifications
Type of Qualification:
First Degree

Certification in Project Management is required

Experience Required
5 years

  • Experience supporting senior executives in a complex and fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in an environment requiring diplomacy and good judgment in managing interactions inside and outside an organization, with individuals at all levels, including senior executives and other high-level officials.
  • Sense of initiative, robust organizational and project management skills, ability to work autonomously and cross-functionally while remaining flexible to changing tasks, priorities, and roles and responsibilities.
  • Clear and consistent communication skills, both verbal and written; bias for collaboration and partnership.
  • Results oriented. Works with a sense of purpose and consistency and is able to reliably set and meet deadlines.
  • People oriented, open-mindedness and eager to engage with partners, colleagues and stakeholders with whom principals interact.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in project management is required

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Interacting with People
  • Interpreting Data
  • Managing Tasks
  • Meeting Timescales
  • Producing Output
  • Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

  • Business Acumen
  • Business Administration Skills
  • Industry Knowledge
  • Project Management
  • Risk/ Reward Thinking
  • Written Communication

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