Job Vacancy Details
General Manager, IFC Private Enterprise Partnership for Africa
Advisory Services, Finance and SME Consulting
Johannesburg
Permanent
Updated July 7, 2010
IFC Private Enterprise Partnership for Africa (PEP Africa) works in partnership with multilateral agencies, governments and the private sector to deliver programs and advisory services that improve the investment climate, mobilize private sector investment, and enhance the competitiveness of private enterprises in Africa. The General Manager PEP Africa will lead a team of 130 staff managing over 100 Advisory Services (AS) projects in 36 countries, and ensure that a balanced portfolio of AS business line products and services is delivered at the highest quality level. As a member of the Africa region management team, he/she will contribute significantly to IFC's global strategy in the region.
Who we're looking for
An advanced university degree and at least 10 years' experience effectively executing complex projects with multi- dimensional stakeholders and leading large, diverse teams
Successful track record in performing advisory activities, managing donor relationships, and raising and managing funds
Superior client relationship management skills
Excellent knowledge of Sub-Saharan African economies and their business context
About our client
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, promotes sustainable private sector investment in developing countries as a way to reduce poverty and improve people's lives and in doing so offers a unique combination of investment and advisory services to its clients.
IFC AS in Sub-Saharan Africa are implemented through four management units: IFC PEP Africa; the Infrastructure Advisory Unit, the SME Unit, and the Investment Climate Advisory Services of the World Bank Group. IFC PEP Africa provides the administrative backbone and coordinating function across all of IFC AS management units in Africa.
Established in July 2005 as a multi-donor partnership, IFC PEP Africa has experienced significant growth and this is expected to continue as IFC PEP Africa expands its reach into more countries and more sectors, especially frontier markets.
What's on offer
Competitive US Dollar Tax Free Package
Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on +27 (0)11 303 8300.
Job Ref: 3880
Your application will be sent to Craig Thompson.
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