Job Description
Our client a full service healthcare consulting firm dedicated to helping healthcare providers, government agencies and international pharmaceutical companies throughout the African continent is currently looking to hire a proactive Managing Director to aid in their operations.
ROLE PROFILE
The Executive will serve as the principal strategy and business development executive of the company and will have ultimate responsibility. He/she will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing short, medium and long-term strategies that will ensure the continued growth of the business.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership
- Liaise with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization
- Oversee the implementation of the organisation’s long and short term plans in accordance with its strategy
- Prospect for potential business relations by pursuing and liaising with major Medical institutions
- Identify, assess, and inform the Board of Directors of internal and external issues that affect the organization
- Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Director on all aspects of the organization’s activities and as a liaison between management and directors.
- To assess the principal risks of the organisation and to ensure that these risks are being monitored and managed
- Serve as a key brand icon for the company, creating a niche for it in the finance and Investment sector and consistently reinforcing and promoting the corporate brand value and identity across Ghana.
- Lead the overall business development efforts (including deal sourcing and origination) to ensure the realization of the company’s expansion and growth aspirations.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and lead the development of relevant strategic alliances.
- Drive the development of annual operating plans including business plans, operational requirements, staffing and budgets to ensure business continuity.
Operational Planning and Management
- Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the organization
- Ensure that the operations of the organization meets the expectations of its clients
- Lead the overall business development efforts (including deal sourcing and origination) to ensure the realization of the company’s expansion and growth aspirations.
- Ensure that personnel, client, donor and volunteer files are securely stored and privacy/confidentiality is maintained
- Schedule and coordinate meetings with the Directors when appropriate and create agenda for these meetings
- Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization
Human Resources Planning and Management
- Oversee the implementation of human resources policies, procedures and practices including the development of job description for all staff
- Establish a positive, healthy and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations
Financial Planning and Management
- To ensure that the organisation’s expenditure is within the authorized annual budget
- Work with staff and the Finance Committee to prepare a comprehensive budget
- Administer the funds of the organization according to the approved budget and monitor the monthly cash flow of the organization
- Provide Directors with comprehensive, regular reports on the revenues and expenditure of the organization
Risk Management
- Identify and evaluate the risks facing the organization and implement measures to control them
- Ensure that the Board of Directors and the organization carries appropriate and adequate insurance coverage
- Ensure that the Board and staff understand the terms, conditions and limitations of the insurance coverage
