Country Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Zimbabwe.

📋 Description

• Lead the Zimbabwe country acquisition team consisting of four freelance representatives.

• Develop and execute the Country Impact Plan aligned with PUM’s mission, strategy, and organizational goals.

• Identify, cultivate, and secure funding opportunities from institutional donors, foundations, corporate partners, and other sponsors.

• Enhance business ecosystems through strategic analysis and alignment with PUM programmes.

• Forge partnerships with entrepreneurs, business organizations, and other enabling entities.

• Oversee strategic partnerships with SMEs and stakeholders through proactive account management and continuous engagement.

• Build, lead, mentor, and manage the performance of the country representative team.

• Assess potential clients using criteria related to diversity, inclusion, green goals, and social objectives.

• Approve project proposals and ensure the accuracy of information for expert matching.

• Collaborate with programme managers and other regional and organizational departments.

• Welcome and accompany visiting experts when necessary.

• Engage with clients post-acquisition to ensure continuity, quality, and strategic alignment.

• Facilitate briefing and debriefing sessions for quality assurance, data collection, and learning purposes.

• Monitor performance, analyze data, and share insights to enhance outcomes.

• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, quality standards, and project timelines.

• Report to the Head of Region and collaborate with colleagues in the Africa region.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a coordinating role and leading a team focused on commercial or acquisition activities.

• Strong local SME network and a comprehensive understanding of business ecosystem development in Zimbabwe.

• Familiarity with European work culture and experience in remote collaboration within international organizations.

• Strong intercultural communication skills.

• Demonstrated leadership, accountability, performance management, and stakeholder engagement abilities.

• Experience in managing a remote team operating throughout the country.

• Willingness to travel occasionally within Zimbabwe.

• A strong focus on impact, quality, and measurable outcomes.

• Data-driven with proficiency in utilizing digital tools, including Microsoft 365.

• Excellent command of English; fluency in additional local languages is advantageous.

• Must be permanently based in Harare, Zimbabwe.

• Available for 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday during local working hours.

• Reference checks and a declaration of good conduct required as part of the selection process.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to sustainable development and create a meaningful impact.

• Continuous learning through engagement with diverse individuals and cultures.

• Professional networking opportunities with institutional funders, government entities, NGOs, and other stakeholders.

• International exposure in a multicultural environment.

• Independent contractor arrangement with approximately 30 hours per week.

• Initial one-year assignment with the possibility of extension based on organizational needs and successful collaboration.