JOB OPPORTUNITIES, IRIS CONSULTING WEDNESDAY 25, JANUARY 2012

Our client is a leading player in security services with operations in 36 states of Nigeria and the FCT. Their products/services include; Guarding, Electronic Security, Outsourcing, Events Security, Protocol, Armed Reaction, Fleet Management and Car Tracking/recovery. They seek to recruit a creative and dynamic individual who can add value and help the company take advantage of emerging business opportunities in its Technologies Division.
DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER, TECHNOLOGIES
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Management
Identify potential business partners and negotiate terms (local and International)
Develop and leverage on good relationships with new clients, and consolidate relationships with existing clients
Oversee proposals package for prospective clients.
Put in place an effective contract planning process
Formulate and implement new business ideas
Develop strategies that will enhance the company’s competitive position in the industry
Nurture strategic alliance and relationships with partners to exploit new market share of all products

Operational/Supervisory Management
- Provide leadership and agree targets with all direct reports
- Define and develop strategic direction for the company’s operational planning and procedures
- Put in place systems and structures to continuously improve operations, reduce turnaround time, streamline  work processes and ensure compliance with clients’ requirements
- Impact global standards on the operations, implementation and management of all products

Quality Control
Define quality management policies and procedures on operational matters
Clearly set and communicate parameters to sustain quality of products

Financial Management
Develop and implement measures to control the allocation of resources for effective, efficient and timely service delivery
Develop budgetary control measures for business units.

People & Innovation Management
Manage and motivate subordinates to achieve peak productivity and performance
Appraise direct reports based on set key performance indicators
Innovation management: initiate innovative products entry into the market

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
- Technical or Engineering
- Good understanding of IT/Engineering solutions
- Contract planning and implementation
- Project Management
- Sales and Marketing
- Business and Financial Acumen
- Strategic Perspective
- Quality Control
- Negotiation skills
1st Degree in Engineering or its equivalent
Minimum of 8 years post qualification experience, minimum of 5 years in IT industry and 3 years experience in management position
MBA will be an added advantage
Relevant professional qualifications

TO APPLY
Please email your updated CV and cover letter in confidence, not later than February 7, 2012 to managerjobs@irisconsulting.info . Your application should clearly demonstrate how you meet the competency requirements and the specific contributions you will bring to our client. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.