Country Manager

Job Description : COUNTRY MANAGER UGANDA A multi-national, multi-cultural organization providing state-of-the-art ICT and telecommunications solutions primarily to government, regulatory agencies is looking for a Country Manager to join their team in Uganda. The nature of the job may require occasional travelling to client sites or relocation to a specific site/country. They are seeking a highly motivated Country Manager to oversee and coordinate all activities related to a project or business operation on their site. · Oversee and coordinate all project activities on the site, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and achievement of project KPIs. · Act as the main point of contact for all stakeholders, including high-level Government personnel, to ensure effective communication and successful project delivery. · Manage and motivate the project team to ensure they deliver on project requirements and work effectively and efficiently to meet deadlines. · Proactively identify project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. · Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including health, safety, and environmental compliance. · Continuously analyze project performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement measures to drive better outcomes. · Produce periodic contractual outputs (reports) addressed to the clients. · Establish direct relationships with DGs and Ministers. · Identify gaps/delays in contract delivery. · Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field. (MBA or similar degrees preferred). · Minimum of 20 years out of which 7 years working experience in management or leadership position. · Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize competing demands. · Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget. · Results-oriented, with a focus on driving performance and achieving project goals. · Extensive experience in managing teams. · Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders of all levels. · Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze data to identify areas for improvement. · Proficiency in project management. · Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills. · Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills. · Advanced organizational and coordination skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments. · Fluent in English (mandatory). · Fluent in French (advantage). · PMP or PRINCE II certification (advantage). · A proven work experience in Data Analysis, IT, Systems Administration or similar roles (advantage).

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