Manager

• Lead the South Africa country acquisition team of six freelance Country Representatives
• Manage client relationships end-to-end after acquisition
• Develop and implement the Country Impact Plan in line with PUM’s mission and strategy
• Strengthen business ecosystems through strategic analysis and partnerships
• Establish partnerships with entrepreneurs, business organisations, and enabling organisations
• Identify, develop, and secure funding opportunities from institutional donors, foundations, corporate partners, and sponsors
• Foster strategic partnerships with SMEs and stakeholders through account management and ongoing engagement
• Build, lead, coach, and performance-manage the country representative team
• Organise country team meetings and ensure team capacity, motivation, accountability, and performance
• Qualify new clients according to diversity, inclusion, green, and social criteria
• Approve project proposals and ensure accurate information for expert matching
• Collaborate with programme managers and other departments to deliver successful projects
• Welcome and accompany visiting experts occasionally
• Engage personally with clients after acquisition
• Lead briefing and debriefing sessions for quality assurance, data collection, and learning
• Monitor performance, analyse data, and share insights to improve results
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, quality standards, and project timelines
• Report to the Head of Region and collaborate with the Africa regional team

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Country Manager

• Lead the Kenya country acquisition team of 7 freelance Country Representatives
• Manage end-to-end client relationships after acquisition
• Report to the Head of Region and collaborate with country managers, programme managers, recruitment, and communications and partnerships departments
• Develop and implement the Country Impact Plan in line with PUM’s mission and strategy
• Strengthen business ecosystems through strategic analysis and PUM programmes
• Establish partnerships with entrepreneurs, business organisations, and enabling organisations
• Identify, develop, and secure funding opportunities from institutional donors, foundations, corporate partners, and sponsors
• Build strategic partnerships with SMEs and stakeholders through account management and ongoing engagement
• Build, lead, and coach the country representative team
• Ensure team capacity, motivation, accountability, and performance, including organising country team meetings
• Qualify new clients according to diversity, inclusion, green, and social criteria
• Approve project proposals and ensure complete information for expert matching
• Collaborate with programme managers to deliver successful projects
• Welcome and accompany visiting experts occasionally
• Engage with clients after acquisition to ensure continuity, quality, and strategic fit
• Lead briefing and debriefing sessions for quality assurance, data collection, and learning
• Monitor performance and use data to improve results
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, quality standards, and project timelines

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Country Manager

Country Manager