Company Address: Address 15th Floor GreenPark Corner Cnr West Road South and Lower Road Morningside, Sandton Johannesburg 2196 South Africa

E-Commerce Manager

Key Responsibilities

Manage and enhance the performance of our online store, ensuring it operates as efficiently as a physical store.
Oversee online traffic, drive promotions, and develop strategies to convert visits into sales.
Lead a small team, including managing WhatsApp channels for customer interactions.
Report directly to the Commercial Manager and work closely with the CEO and Head of Marketing.
Develop and execute strategies for achieving sales targets and managing KPIs.
Structure the website for optimal customer conversion from visit to checkout.
Head up sales efforts digitally and manage the online sales channel effectively.
Interact with stakeholders and manage relationships to ensure the success of the online store.

Requirements

Proven experience in e-commerce, with a strong understanding of online sales and digital marketing.
Preferably candidates with Retail Industry Experience.
Experience managing teams and online traffic.
Ability to structure and optimise websites for improved customer conversion rates.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

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www.robertwaltersafrica.com

November 5, 2024
Chief Executive Officer

The successful candidate will be responsible of existing client relationships and spearheading the acquisition of new client. This role offers an exciting opportunity to reinforce purpose, ambition, culture, and beliefs in order to continue the company’s growth and positioning.

Responsibilities As The CEO
As Chief Executive Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our client’s company. Key Responsibilities include:

Communicate agency vision and strategy regularly; engaging with staff across the markets to ensure understanding of strategic direction and current performance
Develop annual plans with immediate leadership team ensuring clarity and accountability for deliverable
Establish strong client relationships and rapport with senior client stakeholders
Continually explore and assess new opportunities to accelerate growth and enhance profitability
Ensure that key capabilities for the delivery of business plans are developed and appropriately deployed across the markets reflecting client requirements
Lead performance management process, ensuring that the performance objectives of the leadership team and their direct reports are aligned with the organisation’s strategic objectives
Drive organisational transformation and change initiatives
Enable a culture of openness, creating an organisation environment that fosters genuine collaboration across the markets
Oversight and review of all monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets of the Company

Requirements

The ideal Chief Executive Officer will bring a wealth of C-Suite/Executive leadership experience, minimum of 12 years of experience in an Executive/C-Suit Role. Extensive knowledge in managing an organisation of over 150 people.
A proven track record in strategic planning and execution, as well as driving successful organisational change.
P&L management experience will be crucial in this role, along with your ability to align the organisation and build partnerships both internally and externally.
Ability to manoeuvre through complex situations, anticipate problems, and plan accordingly will be highly valued.

Apply via :

www.robertwaltersafrica.com

November 5, 2024
CEO Retainer

Responsibilities as the CEO:
As Chief Executive Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our client’s company. Key Responsibilities include:

Communicate agency vision and strategy regularly; engaging with staff across the markets to ensure understanding of strategic direction and current performance
Develop annual plans with immediate leadership team ensuring clarity and accountability for deliverable
Establish strong client relationships and rapport with senior client stakeholders
Continually explore and assess new opportunities to accelerate growth and enhance profitability
Ensure that key capabilities for the delivery of business plans are developed and appropriately deployed across the markets reflecting client requirements
Lead performance management process, ensuring that the performance objectives of the leadership team and their direct reports are aligned with the organisation’s strategic objectives
Drive organisational transformation and change initiatives
Enable a culture of openness, creating an organisation environment that fosters genuine collaboration across the markets
Oversight and review of all monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets of the Company

Requirements:

The ideal Chief Executive Officer will bring a wealth of C-Suite/Executive leadership experience, having managed an organisation of 150+ people.
A proven track record in strategic planning and execution, as well as driving successful organisational change.
P&L management experience will be crucial in this role, along with your ability to align the organisation and build partnerships both internally and externally.
Ability to manoeuvre through complex situations, anticipate problems, and plan accordingly will be highly valued.

Apply via :

www.aplitrak.com

November 5, 2024
Treasury Debt Manager Kenya

This is a senior leadership position and you would be responsible both for leading the day-to-day management of the Treasury function, but with a heavy focus on achieving strategic goals for the group, through debt raising from a network of lenders across multiple, global geographies.

Key Duties Of The Treasury Debt Manager

Manage existing loan book and all new avenues for debt-raising (analysis, relationships, and financial)
Source new lenders, and expertly lead debt discussions, closing deals with banks and other financial institutions
Collaborate effectively with the Global Finance Team, and the relevant deal-making teams (Corporate Finance)
Ensure excellent communication at all levels, and both internally and externally
Analysis of financial and operational data to identify opportunities and improvements
Create Treasury Dashboards and reporting (supported by the Treasury Team) for senior stakeholders
Build and maintain relevant financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and borrowing

Key qualifications and experience required for the Treasury Debt Manager:

Relevant degree or professional qualification
At least 10 years of experience in a senior treasury role in a corporate setting or financial institution
Experienced treasury professional with a diverse experience base
Proven experience in leading and closing debt discussions of different sizes and complexities

Apply via :

www.robertwaltersafrica.com

November 5, 2024
Product Manager Quality Assurance Engineer Frontend Developer

What you’ll do:

As a Product Manager, you will be at the forefront of developing an innovative social media platform that empowers Pan-African creators. You will lead the entire product development lifecycle, collaborating with various teams to define product requirements. Your ability to run agile sprints effectively will be crucial in this role. You will also utilize your analytical skills to drive data-informed decisions. Your responsibilities will also include project management, where you’ll develop detailed plans aligned with organisational goals. A key part of your role will involve working closely with the design team on UI/UX enhancements. Your knowledge of the Pan-African creator economy will be invaluable in shaping our product strategy. Engaging with creators to understand their needs will be integral to ensuring our platform meets their aspirations.
Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from ideation to implementation, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize product requirements
Run and manage agile development sprints effectively, fostering collaboration within the team
Conduct regular sprint reviews and retrospectives to optimize workflows and identify areas for improvement
Utilize data-driven insights to make informed product decisions, monitoring key metrics to assess performance
Develop detailed project plans, coordinating with teams to prioritize tasks, allocate resources, and address potential roadblocks
Collaborate closely with the design team to ensure a seamless user experience, providing guidance on UI/UX enhancements
Leverage knowledge of the Pan-African creator economy to inform product strategy and feature development
Engage with creators to understand their needs and preferences, aligning the platform with their aspirations
Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends in the social media space

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Product Manager role will bring a wealth of experience in product management within a digital or tech-based environment. You will have a strong understanding of Agile methodologies and a proven track record of running effective sprints. Your ability to analyse metrics and use data-driven insights will be key to making informed product decisions. Experience in project management is essential, as you’ll need to develop detailed plans and coordinate with cross-functional teams. A strong understanding of UI/UX principles is required, along with experience collaborating with design teams. Knowledge and involvement in the Pan-African creator economy will be highly beneficial. Lastly, your experience with social media platforms and understanding of industry trends will be crucial.
Proven experience in product management, ideally within a digital or tech-based environment
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies with experience running effective sprints
Ability to analyse metrics and use data-driven insights to inform decision-making
Experience in project management, with the ability to develop detailed plans and coordinate with cross-functional teams
Strong understanding of UI/UX principles with experience collaborating with design teams
Knowledge and involvement in the Pan-African creator economy
Experience with social media platforms, understanding industry trends and user behaviours
Proven ability to thrive in a remote work environment

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November 5, 2024
Finance Manager

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement strategic financial plans to support business objectives.
Review and optimize finance functions, processes, and tools.
Formalize finance policies and procedures.
Prepare reports and analyses for management and board.
Manage accounts receivable and payable functions.
Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts.
Ensure compliance with governance standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting (higher degree preferred).
ACCA / CPA qualification.
10+ years of experience in financial and accounting roles, preferably in the retail sector.
Experience with ERP systems.
Excellent command of both oral and written English.
Knowledge of IFRS

Skills and Attributes:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Self-driven, goal-oriented, and disciplined.
Ability to identify opportunities for value creation.
Decisive with a capacity to implement initiatives.
Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities.
Collaborative with strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent organization and project management skills.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional to join a progressive organization and contribute to its continued success.

NB: You will have to relocate to Ghana.

Apply via :

www.aplitrak.com

November 5, 2024
HR Manager

Our client within the FMCG sector is looking for a HR Manager to join their team. This person would be responsible for developing effective HR strategy, policies and procedures to ensure the comapny has the resources to achieve its short term busines objectives.

Responsibilities

Developing, implementing and maintaining HR strategies
Managing reward and remuneration systems
Implementing, overseeing, supervising and monitoring the implementation of both capital and operational budgets
Overseeing health, safety and welfare of all employees
Developing HR strategy with emphasis on learning and development
Overseeing staff performance including, inductions, probation and performance evaluations

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in human resources, psychology or business administration
Minimum 10 years working experience in multinational, professional organizations, 5 of which is experience in leading the HR function in a multinational company in maufacturing or the consumer goods industry

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www.robertwaltersafrica.com

November 5, 2024
Market Development Manager

As a Market Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the organisation’s expansion strategy. You will be tasked with conducting thorough market research to identify potential territories for expansion, developing robust go-to-market strategies that consider various factors such as regulatory requirements, cultural nuances, and competitive landscapes. Your role will also involve identifying and establishing strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in new territories. Furthermore, you will manage operations in these new territories during their initial stages of operation. Collaborating effectively with internal teams will be crucial to ensure seamless execution of business development strategies. Lastly, you will be responsible for generating detailed performance analysis reports that highlight success metrics, challenges faced, and areas for improvement.
Conduct comprehensive market research to identify potential new territories for expansion
Develop and execute go-to-market strategies considering regulatory, cultural, and competitive landscapes
Identify, negotiate, and establish strategic partnerships with key stakeholders and regulators in new territories
Manage operations for new outbound countries during their initial stages of operation
Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure effective communication and cooperation in executing business development strategies
Generate detailed performance analysis reports highlighting success metrics, challenges faced, and areas for improvement in market development activities

Key Skills and Requirements:

The ideal candidate for the Market Development Manager role brings a wealth of knowledge about current trends, dynamics, and emerging opportunities within the global fintech industry. You have proven experience in strategy development and execution, demonstrating your ability to drive growth through innovative approaches. Your strong negotiation skills are complemented by your excellent stakeholder management abilities. You have experience managing risks and adapting to changing market conditions. Your proficiency in data-driven decision making and analytical skills sets you apart. You have a minimum of 8 years’ experience in a Business Development or Market Development role, ideally within the financial industry.
In-depth knowledge of current trends, dynamics, and emerging opportunities in the global fintech industry
Proven experience in strategy development and execution
Strong negotiation skills coupled with excellent stakeholder management abilities
Experience in risk management and adaptability to changing market conditions
Proficiency in data-driven decision making and analytical skills
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a Business Development or Market Development role

Desired Skills and Experience

Market Development
Business Development
Remittance Experience
Project Management

Apply via :

www.aplitrak.com

November 5, 2024
Treasury Debt Manager

About the job

Our client, a leading fintech company is seeking a skilled Treasury Debt Manager to join their Group Finance team in Kenya. This is a senior leadership position and you would be responsible both for leading the day-to-day management of the Treasury function, but with a heavy focus on achieving strategic goals for the group, through debt raising from a network of lenders across multiple, global geographies.

Key Duties Of The Treasury Debt Manager

Manage existing loan book and all new avenues for debt-raising (analysis, relationships, and financial)
Source new lenders, and expertly lead debt discussions, closing deals with banks and other financial institutions
Collaborate effectively with the Global Finance Team, and the relevant deal-making teams (Corporate Finance)
Ensure excellent communication at all levels, and both internally and externally
Analysis of financial and operational data to identify opportunities and improvements
Create Treasury Dashboards and reporting (supported by the Treasury Team) for senior stakeholders
Build and maintain relevant financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and borrowing

Key qualifications and experience required for the Treasury Debt Manager:

Relevant degree or professional qualification
At least 10 years of experience in a senior treasury role in a corporate setting or financial institution
Experienced treasury professional with a diverse experience base
Proven experience in leading and closing debt discussions of different sizes and complexities

Apply via :

www.robertwaltersafrica.com

November 5, 2024
Head of Finance

A Multinational Security Company is seeking to on board a highly skilled Head of Finance based in Nairobi, Kenya. The Head of Finance will be responsible for overseeing all the financial aspects of the business and driving the company’s financial strategy and planning. The successful candidate will take charge of managing the company’s accounts team, orchestrating the production of monthly management accounts, and spearheading various financial initiatives across the organisation.

Responsibilities of the Head of Finance for a Multinational Security Company based in Nairobi, Kenya:

Prepare a monthly Board Packs incorporating key KPIs
Coordinate with external auditors during financial year ends
Manage the migration from Sage 100 to SAP4Hana for preparation of year-end reports
Liaise with external authorities, particularly on tax matters, and oversee insurance renewals and claims
Supervise credit control and implement effective control systems in cash-handling processes

Skills and qualification for the Head of Finance Role based in Nairobi, Kenya:

Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
Qualified CA(SA)/ACCA or a qualified management accountant with a strong track of record in finance leadership roles
Experience in financial management, reporting, strategic planning.
Experience operating with SAP4Hana is essential
Knowledgeable with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Desired Skills and Experience

Financial Strategy and Planning
Collaborating with external auditors
SAP4Hana
International Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Financial Management
CA(SA)/ACCA qualification

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as the Head of Finance for a Multinational Security Company based in Nairobi, Kenya email a detailed cv to ciara.vantonder@robertwalters.com

Apply via :

ciara.vantonder@robertwalters.com

November 5, 2024