the client is seeking a senior commercial and operations leader to expand its footprint across East Africa in alignment with the regional strategy set by the Head of East Africa. In this role, you will represent the client in local tenders, ensure accurate information flow, and support competitive positioning. You will serve as the main point of contact with local partners, governmental entities, and relevant industry stakeholders.
You will identify new commercial opportunities, customers, and potential transactions in Tanzania and the wider region, and coordinate with the regional commercial team to oversee the full lifecycle of commercial deals. You will build, maintain, and strengthen strategic relationships across both public and private sectors, and actively represent the group with stakeholders to support growth initiatives. You will also manage and organize logistics operations to enable effective execution of commercial activities.
The position requires strong expertise in oil and gas, mining, or energy operations across the African continent, with a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience. The successful candidate is expected to have a proven track record in managing complex transactions, strong introductory and market engagement capabilities, robust logistical understanding, and advanced negotiation skills. English fluency is required, and you will lead and supervise local teams to maximize operational efficiency while ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, local laws, and applicable regulations.