Country Director
COUNTRY DIRECTOR'S BRIEF
Country managers
represent their company in a foreign country. Country managers work within
growing industries experiencing global expansion. They manage all operations in
a particular region, including recruitment, budgets, planning, and submitting
reports. Country managers might also require specialized skill sets and
industry-related knowledge.
JOB
DESCRIPTION
· Liaising
with head office and writing up quarterly/annual reports.
· Recruiting,
vetting, and training all new staff.
· Researching
the country or region thoroughly and adapting strategies accordingly.
· Monitoring
Optimum performance at all levels and scheduling training as required.
· Implementing
an effective brand strategy and ensuring consistency.
· Building
professional relationships with staff and clients.
· Maintaining
a good image of the organization at all times.
· Collaborate with
senior management on strategic initiatives.
· Manage marketing and
sales strategies, increasing brand recognition and awareness.
· Maintain relationships
with customers, retailers, and suppliers.
· Review and evaluate
competitors.
· Create and implement
effective business plans.
· Develop effective
action plans and respond to emergencies in a timely and effective manner.
· Develop opportunities
for expansion of business.
· Develop marketing
plans.
· Develop contingency
plans for emergencies.
· Formulate and
implement strategies for preventing and managing crises.
· Manage budgets.
· Monitor progress of
projects.
Requirements
REQUIREMENT
· Bachelor's
degree in business administration, management or a related field (preferably a
master's degree).
· Postgraduate
degree in sales, finance or similar is also acceptable.
· A
good knowledge base of the country/region, and a willingness to learn.
· The
ability to provide excellent customer service.
· Good
people-management skills.
· Experience
living abroad is advantageous.
· Sensitivity
to different cultural norms.