Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced Business Developer with strong and proven digital experience to join our East Africa Operation as General Manager.
Responsibilities
Grow Justpalm East Africa marketing share;
Build strong relationship with clients (Brands, Media Buying and Creative Agencies);
Manage Justpalm East Africa P&L
Facilitate requirements gathering meetings with clients;
Document requirements into user stories, acceptance criteria and workflows
Communicate requirements to the delivery team
Share local and regional business knowledge with the broad team;
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all involved parties
Skills and Competencies
Prior experience in working / managing a Digital Marketing Agency is a MUST!
Proven track record of managing P&L;
Must have existing relationship at ALL level with Brands, Media Buying Agencies and Creative Agencies;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills internally and with clients;
Excellent people skills, relationship building, influence and ability to drive team cohesion
Be innovative / proactive/ preventative
Ability to work under pressure / high tolerance for stress
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Emergent leader including conflict management, servant / natural leadership and facilitation
A relentless approach to the pursuit of continuous improvement
High energy level
Approachable and adaptable
Good judgment
Positive role model/positive attitude
Reflective listening skills and understanding of the other’s point of view
Focused with good time management
Qualifications
Degree from a reputable university;
MBA graduate will be a plus!
Experience
6 to 10 years experience in managing / working for a Digital Marketing Agency;
Proven experience in growing businesses
Track record of strong relationships with C-level executives in East Africa.
