Staff Network Solutions is a leading recruitment agency and HR consultancy firm based in Nairobi, Kenya. We specialize in providing a wide range of human resource solutions to businesses across diverse industries.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and results-driven Project Manager who will be responsible for leading various high-impact projects within our organization. The successful candidate will manage end-to-end project lifecycles, from planning to execution, ensuring timely and efficient delivery. This role requires relocation to South Africa, where you will oversee a team of professionals, collaborate with cross-functional departments, and ensure that all projects align with the company’s strategic goals.

• Minimum Experience: Minimum Degree in Marketing / Business Administration/ Business Management or equivalent.
• Experience Level: Senior Level
• Experience length: 5 year

Responsibilities

• Guide and oversee the day-to-day implementation of client’s marketing strategies;
• Liaise with the HR Department in sourcing, selecting, training and placement of new members into the team;
• Carry out research and analysis on markets and their dynamics and advising the client as appropriate (Advise and alert clients on new trends in the ever-changing business environment);
• Manage and review the performance of the project and the team to ensure that high standards of performance;
• Carry out trade/market visits to ensure compliance of set standards and address prevailing market issues;
• Coordinate the collection, compilation and presentation of market reports to the client to keep the client updated on the occurrences in the market;
• Liaise with the client on the provision of adequate materials and merchandise for the market;
• Ensure effective and timely distribution of materials & merchandise and other relevant advertising products and services to the market;
• Provide adequate and strong leadership to the team in all work-related aspects and also ensure smooth flow of communication amongst the team members;
• Manage Activities of team in supporting the projects;
• Motivate and guide the team so as to achieve high performance and productivity;
• Participate in account planning & progress meetings and activities as per agreed schedules and briefing the client on the progress of the project;
• Ensure proper maintenance and update of client’s records and ensure safe custody of the same;
• Effectively manage the project/program to deliver on Cost, Quality, and Timing targets;
• Identify niches in the market, and work towards developing capabilities to maximize them; and
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Requirements & Responsibility

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience – marketing / sales environment desirable;
• Minimum Degree in Marketing / Business Administration/ Business Management or equivalent;
• Successful management experience of a sales force of between 100 – 200;
• Ability to lead and manage teams who are goal oriented in a team environment;
• IT literate;
• Strong client management and relationship skills;
• Ability to successfully lead, motivate, maintain and grow an effective team;
• Proven ability to develop & implement strategies;
• Strong listening and questioning skills with acute attention to detail;
• A detailed and analytical approach to researching and analyzing opportunities to increase revenue;
• Confidence in presenting technical and marketing information in a variety of mediums to clients and colleagues;
• Excellent report-writing, analytical and project management skills with acute attention to detail;
• Ability to compose professionally constructed documents;
• Ability to use email and Internet applications;
• Strong communication skills in all disciplines including written, oral, email and presentation;
• Capable of hands on problem-solving, with ability to generate ideas and solutions;
• Ability to cope with competing demands and to prioritize tasks;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• A positive attitude to dealing with people; and
• Sense of responsibility & integrity as an individual and for your team.