Managing Director

The Company is seeking a Managing Director to lead its country operations in Guinea Conakry, translating international strategy into business plans, budgets, and measurable targets. The role oversees operational delivery, projects, service quality, and financial performance, while driving commercial growth, market expansion, and investment opportunities. The Managing Director will build relationships with government bodies, regulators, partners, and local communities, and lead negotiations involving concessions and contracts. Responsibilities also include managing risk, compliance, health and safety, internal controls, and the development of a high-performing country team. Candidates must hold a master’s degree in business, economics, international development, engineering, environmental management, finance, or a related field; a PhD is an advantage. They should bring 12–15 years of progressive experience, including at least eight years in senior leadership, with a record of delivering results in West Africa; experience in Guinea Conakry is preferred. Experience with public-private partnerships, concession-based projects, government negotiations, and multi-country financial and operational management is required, along with familiarity with anglophone and francophone business and regulatory environments. Strong strategic, financial, operational, stakeholder-management, and cross-cultural leadership skills are essential, as is fluency in written and spoken English and French.