Country Manager, Angola

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years' experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role responsibilities

Strategy Formulation and Implementation:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for the Angola business unit aligned with Zutari's overarching goals and objectives.
• Identify market opportunities, competitive landscape, and client needs to inform strategic decision-making and business planning.

Client Relationship Management:

• Cultivate and nurture client relationships to build a robust pipeline of projects aligned with the country strategy.
• Understand client requirements, preferences, and expectations to deliver tailored solutions and drive client satisfaction.

Team Development:

• Build and lead a strong management team to drive project, people, and financial performance within the country.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Project Delivery:

• Ensure successful delivery of all projects within the country, adhering to timelines, quality standards, risk management, and financial performance metrics.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or issues, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project success.

Resource Management:

• Optimize the efficient use of office resources to align with current and future work demands, maximizing operational effectiveness.
• Allocate resources effectively, considering project priorities, staff capabilities, and budget
• constraints.

Financial Performance:

• Take accountability for the financial performance of the Angola business unit, including budget adherence and profitability targets. Accountable for the financial performance of the Country, in accordance with business plans and budgets (Profit and Loss Statement)
• Monitor financial metrics, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions as necessary to achieve financial objectives.

Operational Efficiency:

• Implement measures to enhance operational efficiency within the country, including proactive cost management initiatives.
• Streamline processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive operational excellence across all functions.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, or a related field
• Registered member of the Order of Engineers in Angola/Portugal
• MBA or similar 
• At least 12 years of proven experience delivering engineering solutions to clients, with at least 10 years in leadership roles.
• Experience working in the engineering or consulting industry in Angola or similar markets is preferred.
• Must have a network, and experience working with, both private and government clients in the specified country or ability to.
• Proven leadership and management experience in a professional services environment with a focus on efficiency.
• Strong understanding of customer relationship management, client services, and account management.
• Strong understanding of professional services, business-to-business marketing, and brand development.
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data to drive strategic decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Experience in developing and implementing client-centric strategies.
• Ability to adapt to changing client needs and market and industry dynamics.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success.  We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience.  We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.