Africa Foresight Group is Africa’s leading future of work platform with hubs in Ghana, Nigeria and South Africa. At AFG, we aim to build African people and companies into global champions by finding to flexible talent from across the continent that gets staffed to work with fast-growing businesses through Peralta, our in-house built technology system. We are excited to work with talented international leaders with a wholehearted commitment to contributing to the sustainable growth of African economies.
Role Overview
We are looking for a strong and dynamic Mission Executive to join the AFG team. Mission Executives are in charge of the end-to-end process of executing projects (“missions“) in AFG. This role is at the heart of the value-creation strategy of the Firm and requires strong multi-tasking, communication and project management skills. As the Mission Executive, you supervise missions from the inception of a proposal all the way to the conclusion and rolling-off of the team.
Who you are?
Your team preferences
- You are passionate about private sector development in Africa and AFG’s purpose
- You thrive in fast-paced, high-octane work environments that require initiative, diligence, and creativity
- You are a strong communicator, both in writing and verbally, who can build relationships with senior stakeholders at ease
- You care about working in a highly supportive environment with team members who are dedicated and help each other
- You are comfortable with receiving direct feedback and are motivated to deliver results
- You are happy to work in a highly entrepreneurial environment where you need to problem solve and act on the fly
Your experience and skills
- Degree in Business/Economics/Finance from a leading African or foreign tertiary institution
- At least 5 years of work experience in project or programme coordination
- Experience in developing and managing project budgets in Microsoft Excel
- Experience in client/customer relationship management
- Experience in external stakeholder managment
- Knowledge of use of Customer Relationship Management tool
Your Responsibilities
Business Development
- Work with the proposal development team to convert sales leads into projects
- Allocate consultants to work on potential projects
- Build budget and financial proposal to be submitted with technical proposal bid
- Submit proposals and follow up for feedback
Project Launch
- Lead contract development to bring clients and consultants onboard
- Coordinate the launch and execution of projects
- Ensure the timely billing of clients and follow up with clients for revenue collection
Project Supervision
- Approve expenses on the project including consultant invoices and expense payments
- Monitor the mission budget
- Work closely with Project Lead and Partner to manage the timely delivery of projects; ensure work is done according to schedule
- Monitor the commitment and performance of consultants on projects through observation, team meetings and feedback calls
Project Closure
- Ensure proper documentation and storage of final documents upon project closure
- Ensure completion of performance and closing surveys
- Organise farewell feedback calls
- Collect client feedback and request for opportunities for follow-on work
What we offer
- Competitive, incentive-based remuneration
- Full-time remote work within a vibrant community
- International exposure
- Purpose-driven work experience
- Ownership of your own personal development and career advancement
How To Apply For The Job | Mission Executive at Africa Foresight Group
To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
Closing Date: 15th November, 2022