Country Manager Kestria Zambia

We are a proud representative of Kestria, the world’s largest alliance of boutique executive search firms in Zambia. Kestria’s reach currently spans 40+ countries and 90+ cities and counting. We assist clients to achieve their commercial objectives in the most effective and efficient way possible while maintaining the highest level of advisory.

Our client, a leading provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions, is seeking a creative and highly motivated Country Manager to join their dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and strategize business development initiatives, overseeing all aspects of operations within Zambia.
• Manage the Profit and Loss (P&L), ensuring financial objectives are met and exceeded.
• Drive sales efforts and associated activities, leveraging your expertise in negotiation and relationship building.
• Uphold adherence to local laws concerning tax and data protection, executing statutory obligations diligently.
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Cultivate and maintain robust relationships with public sector entities and key stakeholders.
• Conduct periodic analysis of product and user needs, guiding strategic decisions with actionable insights.
• Contribute as a visionary in policy formulation and implementation, shaping industry standards through innovation and foresight.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field; a Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated skill in sales and negotiation, with a track record of driving revenue growth.
• Proven experience in government negotiation and lobbying.
• Thought-leader in policy formulation and implementation.
• Solid understanding of business fundamentals, particularly in Profit and Loss management.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in management.
• Previous experience in the telecommunications.
• Possessing a sober-minded approach and exemplary office etiquette.