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    Business Manager - Nairobi, Kenya - SAFARICOM

    SAFARICOM
    Safaricom background
    Full time
    Description

    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 5-8 years work experience in the Telecom/ICT space of FMCG; 3 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 budgetVery Strong understanding of the project management and testing life cycleAbility to interacteffectively with variouslevels within the organizationProven experience in risk management and change managementProficient in project management softwareExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to effectively communicate and present to all levels ofthe organization includingEXCOSolid understanding of project management methodology to identify and communicate issues,risks and dependencies across a large-scale program

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Strategy Formulation & AlignmentLead the strategic mappingprocess for the division.Research on new methodology on Strategic Management to match to business needs.Strategy ExecutionFacilitate the roll-out of the strategy. Work with divisional leads to ensure implementation of best practiceChampion the process improvement within the businessto attain strategic objectivesPartners in delivery of strategic programs across divisions for turnarounds by tracking & monitoring the roll outMonthly reporting on progressof implementation of agreed strategyaction 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 businesses.Products 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 strategyfrom industry experts,Telecom analysts and other media whilst maintaining highest ethicalstandards.Costs ContainmentReview and advice the Director on overall company cost management initiatives.Prepare the department's budget and forecasts in line with the companypolicy 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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