Head of Digital (Global) at Genesis Analytics

Our purpose is to unlock value in Africa. We use our analytical capabilities to improve decision-making and, through better decisions, to unlock substantial value for our clients and society. While we are the largest economics-based consulting firm in Africa, we use a large number of techniques and approaches to achieve clarity for decision-makers. We wor...

 

Head of Digital (Global)

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience5 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldSales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 

You are likely to have:

  • Extensive knowledge and expertise in digital economy development, with at least five years of experience working in DPI or related fields
  • Demonstrated capability to lead and manage teams in a professional services environment
  • The ability to manage the strategic and commercial aspects of a for-profit consulting and/or development implementing partner business
  • Strong networks and existing relationships with African governments, international development funders and technology service providers
  • Exceptional interpersonal, people management, communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Excellent analytical capabilities and problem-solving thinking
  • A postgraduate university qualification in a relevant field such as economics, politics, international development, computer science or law
  • Fluency in English is essential

Location:

  • This role can be based in any location in a GMT-2 to GMT+6 time zone, but preference will be given to candidates based in one of our country offices (South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire, the UK and India).
  • You are an entrepreneurial and ambitious individual with a track record of leading teams in a professional services environment. You are passionate about the potential for DPI to significantly improve development outcomes, with a pragmatic view of how to deliver these results from experience. You are driven by delivering high-quality outcomes in fast-paced and challenging environments.  

IMPORTANT: Understanding the Role

  • Please carefully review the role title and description and what "Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI)" entails before applying. This position is focused on business building for a new business unit within Genesis Analytics, specifically centred around DPI.

What This Role is Not:

  • This is not a technical IT role.
  • This is not a digital marketing position.
  • This is not about isolated digital transformation projects.

What This Role Is:

  • We seek a business leader with proven experience in building and growing a business unit, particularly in the context of DPI. This means:
  • Business Origination: You will need to leverage your network, create new opportunities, and originate DPI-related projects.
  • Strategic Leadership: You are expected to guide the development and scaling of this new practice, collaborating with governments, international funders, and technology providers.
  • Financial Responsibility: You will hold P&L responsibility, ensuring the financial success and sustainability of the practice.
  • Entrepreneurial Drive: We need someone with the vision and drive to build something from the ground up, not just a technically competent individual.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Genesis Analytics on genesis.mcidirecthire.com to apply

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