About Frontieri: Frontieri Consult PLC, based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with Branch Office in Berlin, Germany, is one of the leading consulting firms in Ethiopia. The firm was established in 2008 primarily to undertake consultancy assignments in the areas of development and growth in several disciplines to governmental and non-governmental organizations, and bilateral and multilateral institutions.

Frontieri is a company for talented people with different backgrounds and perspectives and we have gathered competent professionals and work in partnership with scholars across the country and abroad. For further information, please visit our website at: www.frontieri.com

Currently, we are seeking to hire a Growth Initiative Manager (GIM) who will be responsible for Researching and identifying new business opportunities and helping for Frontieri’s Growth Initiatives. Join our team of professionals and be part of our energetic team that is committed to bringing change by providing adequate research findings and advisory services for policymakers and contributing to the development of Ethiopia. We provide the best working relation and environment to allow aspiring talented professionals to engage in various research work and grow their potential while working with the best in the industry.

Position Title: Growth Initiative Manager (GIM)

Report to: BDU Head

Required Number: 1 (One)

Objectives of the Position

The Growth Initiative Manager (GIM) is a leader of Geographic and Services diversification strategic initiatives. The GIM will manage and lead all interventions related with Diversification (Geographic and Services). The GIM proactively contributes to a smooth, high quality implementation process and effective teamwork.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Growth Initiative Manager (GIM);

Technical

• Developing and implementing Frontieri’s diversification strategies;

• Planning and implementing business development strategies;

• Researching and identifying new business opportunities for Frontieri’s Growth Initiatives;

• Planning and overseeing new business initiatives/opportunities and developing proposals for new business opportunities;

• Fostering and developing relationships with clients

• Represent the firm in different business development related meetings, events, workshops, and bids to help promote the business clients and partners;

• Lead communications, negotiations and partnership development with a large variety of strategic private and public players;

• Performing other related duties assigned by immediate supervisor or Frontieri the global portfolio manager.

Coordination

• Ensure excellent coordination with other team members. Actively contribute to a healthy team dynamic that fosters creative and critical thinking

• Actively contribute to smooth coordination between the Addis Ababa office, the country offices teams.

• Actively contribute to work planning and progress against plans made.

• The GIM is based in Addis Ababa with frequent travel required to Kenaya and South Sudan.

Reporting Support

• Contribute to the development of annual plans, implementation reports and other (weekly) quarterly) reporting requirements and communication efforts, as required.

• The GIM reports to the BDU Head and is expected to work collaboratively with all other Frontieri team members

Job Requirements

Education

• Master’s degree in marketing management, economics, business management or related fields

Experience (minimum requirement)

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in business development, diversification, preferably in Consultancy industry.

Technical and Other Skills

• Knowledge or experience in consultancy industry

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;

• Ability to think strategically and be solutions focused;

• Ability to build relationships and understand stakeholder needs;

• Excellent facilitation and stakeholder management skills;

• Ability to design and management a range of partnerships with diverse actors, both public and private sector;

• Excellent coordination and team working skills;

• Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task.

• Proactive, and able to work independently and with minimal supervision.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet short deadlines;

• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication;

• Ability to tailor messages and chose communication methods depending on the audience;

• Ability to communicate the value of our service;

• Knowledge and understanding of client engagement, and partnership management;

• High level of written and oral communication skills.

• Fluency in English essential.

• Excellent knowledge of computers;

How to Apply

Candidates who are interested and fulfill the requirements shall submit their applications/motivation letters along with their updated CV via email at career@frontieri.com by clearly marking the position title in the subject line.

Only Shortlisted applicants will be contacted.