Opportunities in Africa

Our client, a regional conglomerate, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to manage, plan, and coordinate financial, accounting, and tax tasks within the organization. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with local accounting, tax, and legal regulations, monitoring daily cash flows, analyzing discrepancies, updating cash flow forecasts, overseeing cash receipts and disbursements, and developing investment financing plans. The CFO will also be responsible for preparing financial statements, supervising financial information communication to external partners, providing financial strategy recommendations to management, and conducting cost analysis and internal audits as needed.

The successful candidate will have a background in finance or accounting with at least 10 years of experience in administrative and financial management of subsidiaries, preferably in an industrial or logistical environment, with some experience in Africa. The ideal candidate will be methodical, diplomatic, and able to interact with various stakeholders such as banks and shareholders. This is a permanent expatriate contract based in Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, offering a competitive salary.

Our client, a leading multinational in the soft commodities sector, is seeking a Finance Controller to oversee financial operations in East Africa. Reporting to the Regional CFO, the successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing financial processes, consolidating data for reporting, and leading digital transformation initiatives. They will also support ERP implementation, conduct financial analysis, and provide insights for strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, with CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred. Extensive experience in financial controlling within a multinational organization, particularly in the soft commodities sector, is essential. Strong analytical skills, hands-on expertise, and SAP implementation experience are desired, along with excellent communication, organizational skills, and a high level of integrity. This role offers excellent remuneration and the opportunity to work in a diverse, fast-paced, and multicultural environment with significant exposure to senior leadership.

Our client, a leading multinational industrial company in Algeria, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its strategic financial activities. The CFO will oversee all financial operations, including accounting, financial planning, cash management, cost control, and investment analysis, ensuring compliance with legal obligations, internal controls, and financial group policies. They will also implement advanced financial processes aligned with group standards and provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations to facilitate decision-making.

The successful candidate will have over 15 years of financial management experience in international environments, with a strong understanding of IFRS and local financial standards. They must demonstrate strong leadership skills, the ability to develop high-performing teams, and effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Fluency in French and English is essential for this role. The position offers a competitive salary and bonus package, providing an opportunity to contribute to the transformation and growth of the company in a demanding and evolving industrial environment.

Our client, an international player in the industry services sector, is seeking a CFO to oversee financial, accounting, and tax tasks for multiple subsidiaries. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with accounting, tax, and legal regulations, managing cash flow, analyzing budget variances, updating cash flow forecasts, supervising banking relationships, and preparing financial reports for external partners. The CFO will also provide recommendations to the executive committee on financial strategies and operational processes, conduct cost analysis and internal audits, set team objectives, evaluate performance, and support skill development.

The successful candidate will have a background in finance, accounting, or business school with at least ten years of experience in financial management of subsidiaries in Africa, preferably in energy, construction, transportation, or infrastructure sectors. Fluency in English is required. This role offers an expatriate package and the opportunity to lead a finance team, evaluate performance, and support skill development.

The role is based in Cabinda on residential status and involves overseeing HR administrative tasks, ensuring compliance with employment laws, developing employee engagement initiatives, planning employee events, and implementing recruitment strategies. The successful applicant should have a minimum of 15 years of HR management experience, with at least 10 years in Angola, and fluency in English and Portuguese is required.

The job also involves identifying training needs, coordinating with external training providers, and developing in-house training resources as needed. The client is an international conglomerate, and the role offers an excellent local package. The candidate should have graduated from a reputable university in Human Resources, Law, or business administration.

The Operations Coordinator (Commercial Property Finance) position with our client involves working for a financial services provider focused on urban property development. The role includes conducting post-implementation reviews, ensuring compliance with agreed conditions, and maintaining an updated market rental database. The Operations Coordinator will also be responsible for gathering information from various sources, tracking performance metrics, and providing regular updates to senior management on project performance. The client's goal is to enhance the availability of affordable housing in high-demand areas and drive the growth of secure, sustainable communities that foster economic progress. They offer tailored funding solutions to start-ups to acquire, renovate, and re-purpose properties in key urban locations. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience in property finance and a strong attention to detail.

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer position at Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT) is a key leadership role within the client. NRT is a successful local conservation organization based at UNESCO World Heritage Site Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, owned and led by 45 community conservancies in Northern and Coastal Kenya. The Deputy CEO will work closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to help build and develop community conservancies, enhance peoples' lives, build peace, and conserve the natural environment. This role involves overseeing the day-to-day operations of NRT, managing staff, and implementing strategic initiatives to achieve the organization's goals.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong background in conservation, community development, and leadership. They will have experience working with indigenous communities and a passion for sustainable enterprise and livelihoods related to conservation. The Deputy CEO will play a key role in helping communities build resilience and businesses, such as BeadWorks, and will be involved in innovative projects like the grasslands soil carbon project. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and motivated individual to make a significant impact on conservation and community development in Kenya.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all operational activities in Congo, including managing a team of employees, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and developing strategies to improve efficiency and productivity. They will also be tasked with identifying opportunities for growth and expansion in the region, as well as building relationships with key stakeholders and partners. The head of operations will need to have strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of the business landscape in Central Africa.

Additionally, the successful candidate will need to have a proven track record of successfully managing operations in challenging environments, as well as a strong background in project management and logistics. They will also need to be able to work effectively under pressure, prioritize tasks, and make strategic decisions to drive the company's success in Congo. Overall, the head of operations will play a crucial role in driving the company's growth and success in Central Africa, and will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's operations in the region.

Le candidat retenu sera responsable de la gestion globale des activits de l'entreprise au Gabon, y compris la supervision des oprations quotidiennes, la gestion des ressources humaines, la planification stratgique et le dveloppement des affaires. Le directeur gnral devra travailler en troite collaboration avec l'quipe de direction pour assurer la croissance et la rentabilit de l'entreprise, tout en maintenant des normes leves en matire de qualit et de service client.

Le candidat idal aura une solide exprience dans la gestion d'entreprises, de prfrence dans le secteur des services ou de la distribution. Une connaissance approfondie du march gabonais et de la rgion serait un atout important. Le candidat retenu devra dmontrer de solides comptences en leadership, en gestion d'quipe et en prise de dcision stratgique. Une excellente matrise du franais et de l'anglais est requise pour ce poste.

The Head of Human Resources will be responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies to support the growth and success of our client's industrial project in Cabinda, Angola. This role will involve overseeing all aspects of HR, including recruitment, training, performance management, employee relations, and compliance with local labor laws. The successful candidate will work closely with senior management to align HR initiatives with business objectives and drive a positive and inclusive company culture.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR management, with experience working in a similar industrial setting or in Angola. They should have a deep understanding of local labor laws and regulations, as well as experience in managing a diverse workforce. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this role, as the Head of Human Resources will be responsible for leading a team and working closely with employees at all levels of the organization.

The job involves overseeing all upstream activities in Gabon, managing a team, and focusing on enhancing production and profitability. This role requires serving as the primary point of contact for communications with government authorities, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering positive relationships. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to optimize operations, increase efficiency, and drive growth in the region.

Additionally, the position involves collaborating with various stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in upstream operations, experience in managing teams, and a proven track record of success in the oil and gas industry. Effective communication skills, leadership abilities, and a strategic mindset are essential for this role.

En tant que Responsable Administratif et Financier, vous serez charg de grer la comptabilit et les budgets de la filiale au Tchad. Vous superviserez galement les ressources humaines et dirigerez une quipe de contrleurs de gestion et de comptables pour assurer la bonne gestion financire de l'entreprise. Vous serez responsable de la prparation des rapports financiers, de l'analyse des performances et de la mise en place de mesures pour amliorer l'efficacit oprationnelle.

Vous devrez galement veiller au respect des normes comptables et fiscales en vigueur, ainsi qu' la conformit aux rglementations locales. En tant que Responsable Administratif et Financier, vous serez un acteur cl dans la prise de dcisions stratgiques de l'entreprise et devrez tre capable de fournir des recommandations bases sur des analyses financires approfondies. Votre rle consistera galement assurer une communication efficace avec les diffrentes parties prenantes internes et externes, tout en veillant la bonne gestion des ressources financires de l'entreprise.

Notre client recherche un directeur RSE pour structurer ses activits en Afrique Centrale. Le candidat retenu sera responsable de la mise en place et de la gestion des politiques RSE de l'entreprise dans la rgion. Il devra dvelopper des partenariats avec les parties prenantes locales, superviser les initiatives de dveloppement durable et assurer la conformit aux normes internationales en matire de responsabilit sociale des entreprises. Le directeur RSE devra galement coordonner les actions de sensibilisation et de formation des employs sur les enjeux RSE et veiller l'intgration de ces principes dans toutes les activits de l'entreprise en Afrique Centrale.

Le candidat idal devra possder une solide exprience dans le domaine de la responsabilit sociale des entreprises, de prfrence en Afrique Centrale. Il devra dmontrer des comptences en gestion de projet, en communication et en relations interculturelles. Une connaissance approfondie des enjeux sociaux, environnementaux et conomiques de la rgion sera galement essentielle pour ce poste. Le directeur RSE devra tre capable de travailler de manire autonome, de prendre des dcisions stratgiques et de mobiliser les quipes autour des objectifs RSE de l'entreprise.

Our client is a leading multinational company operating globally in the distribution, media, and entertainment sectors, with significant growth in the African market. They are seeking a Commercial Director to oversee the commercial and managerial aspects of their subsidiary in Cte d'Ivoire. Responsibilities include developing and implementing sales strategies, identifying new market opportunities, collaborating with leadership teams to define short and long-term business objectives, mentoring and developing the team, and maintaining key client relationships.

The successful candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in senior commercial roles, with a strong focus on results and continuous improvement. They should possess excellent leadership and communication skills, financial acumen, and the ability to provide strategic expertise to the executive team. A good understanding of the African economic landscape is essential. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package, providing an exciting opportunity for a seasoned commercial leader to make a significant impact in a dynamic market.