The client is seeking a General Director to lead dynamic, technology-driven operations in the environmental solutions sector. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day management, including maintaining financial health through cash flow monitoring and budget oversight, and ensuring project delivery with strong cost control, quality, and timelines. You will coordinate cross-functional activities across technical, operational, administrative, and commercial teams, while supervising and developing a growing organization.
You will define and execute the company’s global business development strategy, driving commercial activities from opportunity identification through contract execution. Responsibilities include structuring and managing an international sales pipeline, building and maintaining relationships with clients, partners, donors, and public stakeholders, and identifying new markets, applications, and revenue streams. You will also implement performance tracking tools and reporting mechanisms to support execution and growth, including monitoring key financial, operational, and commercial performance indicators.
The General Director will guide international expansion and scaling efforts by structuring strategic partnerships across industrial, commercial, and financial domains and prioritizing long-term growth initiatives. You will foster a culture of accountability, performance, and operational excellence, support talent development and organizational growth, and work closely with the Board of Directors and shareholders by providing regular reporting on performance, risks, and strategic outlook. The successful applicant will have at least 10 years of experience in general management and strategic leadership roles, proven international business development experience, strong financial acumen, and a track record in scaling operations, with experience in Africa and emerging markets emphasized, plus English and French fluency.