Group Operations and Business Development Manager

Group Operations and Business Development Manager

The position oversees the general administration and day-to-day operations of FEP Group offices.

The position aims to help with grantee and vendor contacts, and assist in creating a strong, positive public image for the FEP Holdings Company.

The position also initiates the development and execution of business plans and identifies a strategic marketing niche for the group of companies under the FEP umbrella.
 

Key Responsibilities

• In charge of administrative support staff, as well as identify, develop and implement administrative workflow processes; monitor procedures and ensure quality control.
• Assist in budgeting for general office equipment and supplies; oversee inventory and approve purchase of office supplies.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the FEP Holdings offices and ensure proper maintenance and repair of equipment other than computers.
• Define procedures and maintenance of filing systems and general office duties.
• Coordinate materials and staff for large mailings; define procedures for and oversee maintenance of mail list database; work with staff to assemble mail lists for individual projects.
• Field, convert, and distribute incoming consultant reviews to appropriate SBU support staff.
• Provide backup support for Information Services (IS): troubleshoot and document immediate problems; conduct user-group seminars for staff, as requested by IS.
• Coordinate and oversee quarterly board book assembly and mailing; verify accuracy and quality of all materials.
• Manage and complete projects assigned by FEP Holdings management.
• Take responsibility for overall management and delivery of the business plans for the organization, draft, monitor and assess the business and development plans.
• Work with and expand current prospect database within specified business sectors to generate effective leads & exceed sales targets for the business.
• Understand a prospect’s business needs and work with the relevant SBUs to develop a tailored digital marketing proposal.
• Work closely with marketing to identify appropriate go to market messages for specific business sectors.

Qualifications, experience, and skills

• Bachelor of Commerce or a degree in business related studies.
• An undergraduate degree in business from a recognized university with professional qualifications in operations, sales and marketing.
• Masters degree in business with Operations/Sales/Marketing options an added advantage.
• Knowledge of general administration in a busy office.
• Membership of Professional bodies preferred.
• Minimum 5 years senior operational/Sales/Marketing experience.
• A proven track record in operations and marketing initiative and development.
• Demonstrable ability to grow a profitable business with drive and commercial acumen in an organization embracing change preferred.

Application Details

The positions require candidates with strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to prioritise, multi-task and work under pressure amidst competing demands.

Please send your detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position and current remuneration.

Your application should also include contacts of 3 referees, a working email address and daytime telephone contacts.

The forwarding email and cover letter must clearly indicate the position title on the subject line you are applying for and email them to recruitment@fep-group.com on or before Monday, February 4th 2013.
 

Detailed job profiles for these posts and more information about FEP Group of companies can be accessed on www.fep-group.com. 

Applications received after the deadline date will not be accepted.
 

The company reserves the right to accept or reject any application. 

ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

FEP Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to open and transparent recruitment processes.
 

FEP Holdings Limited

P.O. Box 72367 - 00200 

Nairobi Kenya
 

Email: recruitment@fep-group.com