MECTS – Mozambique Electronic Cargo Tracking Services, S.A. – is a company incorporated under Mozambican law, whose object is the design, implementation and operation of electronic systems for sealing and tracking cargo using information and communication technologies. MECTS positions itself in the Electronic Sealing and Cargo Tracking Service Provision segment and with a business strategy that aims to add value to its customers, whether public or private, offering differentiated services related to the requirements and needs of safe transport of all types of goods and real-time tracking from departure to arrival at destination, in national, regional and continental territory.
Duty Station: Maputo
Reporting to: CEO
Purpose of the position:
The Managing Director will be responsabible for providing strategic, financial and operational leadership for the company and will closely coordinate and work with the Board of Directors and senior leadership team.
Main Responsabilities:
- Plan, develop, implement and direct the Organization’s operational and functional function and performance;
- Take overall responsibility and leadership in the stakeholders management mainly with MECTS
client, the government of Mozambique through the Mozambican Revenue Authoriy;
- Identify new business opportunities and advise the BOD accordingly in pursuant of such objectives;
- Act as a strategic partner by developing and implementing the company’s plans and programs;
- Analyze and make recommendations on the impact of long-range growth initiatives, planning and introduction of new strategies and regulatory actions;
- Develop credibility and authority for the finance leadership team by providing accurate analysis of budgets, reports and financial trends and operational procedures in order to assist the BOD and senior executive team;
- Create, improve, implement and enforce policies and procedures of organization that will improve operational and financial effectiveness of the company;
- Communicate effectively and establish credibility throughout the organization and with the
Board of Directors as an effective developer of solutions to business challenges;
- Provide expert financial guidance and advice to others within executive leadership;
- Improve the planning and budgeting process on a continual basis by educating departments and key member of corporate leadership;
- Promote strategic input and leadership on decision making issues affecting the organization;
specifically relating to the evaluation of potential partnership and sub-contracting;
- Optimize the handling of banking relationship and work closely with FD to foster and grow strategic financial partnership;
- Oversee and manage all MECTS support/shared services i.e., operations, human resources, Administration and finance, procurement and logistics;
- Work with finance team to develop solid cash flow projection and reporting mechanism, which includes setting a minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs;
- Act as strategic advisor and consultant offering expert advice on contracts, negotiations or business deals that the corporation may enter into;
- Evaluate company’s financial, operational, sales and marketing structures to plan for continual improvements and a continual increase of operating efficiencies;
- Mentor and interact with members of staff at all levels to foster growth and encourage development among senior executive team and all members of staff
Main Requirements:
- University degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or Business Administration
- At least 10 years of experience in a senior management role;
- Experience in developing and implementing strategic and business plans;
- Previous working experience as Managing Director, General Manager or similar role;
- Previous working experience in transport and logistic, telematics and/or electronic cargo tracking solutions will be an advantage;
Profile of the candidate:
- Ability to train, develop and manage large executive team;
- Outstanding communication, interpersonal and leadership skills;
- Excellent negotiation, and presentation skills;
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills;
- Executive presence and ability to maintain calm and confidence in high stress environments;
- High level of business awareness and acumen.
We offer attractive salary and opportunities for growth and development within a motivated work team with open minds.
If you meet the above requirements, please send your application (CV and Copy of Qualifications
Certificate) to recruitment@mects.co.mz until the 6th of January 2023.
Important Notes:
- 1. 1. When applying, put only the vacancy reference above in the email title;
- 2. Only pre-selected applications will be contacted;
3. MECTS does not make any kind of monetary or in-kind charges in exchange for employment. The selection of candidates is based on professional experience, academic degree, skills, merit, among other quality requirements