Manager - Advisory

BrighterMonday Consulting

Kampala, Central Region
Permanent
Full-time

30 days ago

Job summaryThe Manager, Advisory will be responsible for sourcing and leading advisory engagements, driving business growth, and delivering high-impact solutions to clients across various industries. This role involves managing consulting projects, analysing business challenges, developing recommendations, and ensuring client satisfaction. The manager will also play a key role in business development, team leadership, and regulatory compliance, contributing to the firm's overall growth and market positioning in Burundi and the East African region.Min Qualification:BachelorsExperience Level:Mid levelExperience Length:5 yearsJob descriptions & requirementsJob Grade: M1Department: Advisory Reports To: Director/PartnerJob Purpose:The Manager, Advisory will be responsible for sourcing and leading advisory engagements, driving business growth, and delivering high-impact solutions to clients across various industries. This role involves managing consulting projects, analysing business challenges, developing recommendations, and ensuring client satisfaction. The manager will also play a key role in business development, team leadership, and regulatory compliance, contributing to the firm's overall growth and market positioning in Burundi and the East African region.Roles and ResponsibilitiesGrowth & Profitability

Developing and implementing strategies for business growth and expansion.

Conducting market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities for business growth.

Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities and revenue streams.

Respond to bids and prepare both technical and financial proposals.

Deliver within the scope of the projects while meeting or exceeding profit targets.

Following up on the payment of fees by clients.

Leadership / Employee Excellence & BDO Relationships

Providing leadership and guidance to team members.

Coaching team members, recognising their strengths, and encouraging them to take ownership of their personal development.

Mentor and develop junior consultants, providing guidance and support to help them achieve their full potential.

Conducting regular performance reviews and implementing improvement initiatives.

Resolving issues which prevent the team from working effectively.

Building and maintaining a strong organisational culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Market Focus / Client Centricity

Ensure extensive analysis of client needs, existing client processes, understanding the client's business landscape, defining requirements, and then expertly delivering solutions and strategies.
Manage client relationships and set expectations.
Provide clients with timely updates on project progress/phases.
Carry out after-sales services monitoring and evaluation to ensure customer needs are met, and issues are properly addressed.
Liaising closely with clients to ensure that required information is received and handled efficiently and effectively.
Research and resolve any technical queries from clients.

Operational Excellence

Developing work plans in line with the strategic plan.

Source and bring together subject matter expertise for specified niche projects.

Manage project risk, up/cross-selling, and oversight of team deliverables.

Support all department divisions in proposal development and Quality Assurance of all documents produced before submission.

Monitor efficient execution and timely delivery of projects to clients within the designated timeframe.

Manage the planning and execution of consulting projects, including project management, research and analysis, and report writing.

Ensuring effective management of client data and confidentiality.

Lead project teams and work closely with senior consultants to develop and execute effective solutions for clients.

Quality, Risk, and Compliance

Developing and implementing risk management strategies and controls.

Draft comprehensive project reports and recommendations to the organisation's management/client.

Ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and policies.

Developing and maintaining internal and external communication channels.

Experience & Qualification:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.

Professional certifications such as ACCA, PMP, M&E qualifications and others are desirable.

5-8 years of experience in consulting, strategy, or business advisory services.

Proven experience leading projects in the consulting space for private and public sector clients.

Strong knowledge of the Burundian business environment, regulatory framework, and economic landscape.

Specific Skills:

Ability to analyse complex business challenges, develop data-driven solutions, and drive execution.

Strong skills in managing projects, budgets, teams, and stakeholders to deliver results.

Expertise in building client relationships, identifying opportunities, and developing proposals.

Understanding of Burundi's business environment.

Proficiency in the MS Office suite.

Proficiency in English, Kirundi and French is required.

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