Country Manager

Business Strategy

• Develop and execute the business strategy for the West African region in alignment with the company’s global objectives.
• Identify growth opportunities, market trends, and competitive advantages to drive regional expansion.

Operational Management

• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with local regulations, corporate standards, and industry best practices.
• Establish and manage budgets, optimize resource allocation, and achieve financial targets.

Business Development

• Lead the identification and acquisition of new clients and projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, industry bodies, and corporate partners.

Engineering Leadership

• Provide technical oversight and ensure that engineering projects meet quality, safety, and sustainability standards.
• Leverage technical expertise to guide the team and support client engagements.

Team Management

• Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Mentor and develop local leadership talent to strengthen organizational capacity.

Risk and Compliance Management

• Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and corporate governance standards across all operations.
• Implement risk management frameworks to safeguard company assets and reputation.

Desired Skills

• Strong business acumen with the ability to align technical and commercial priorities.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in French is an added advantage.
• Strategic thinking and decision‑making.
• Cross‑cultural communication and adaptability.
• Financial and operational management.
• Stakeholder engagement and partnership development.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, or related field); a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the engineering or industrial sectors.
• Proven track record of managing regional operations or large‑scale projects in West Africa.

Full‑Time