Group Chief Operating Officer (GCOO)

• Collaborate and assist GMD setting and driving organizational vision and operations strategy;
• GCOO is responsible for the Operations aspect of the company;
• Translate strategy into actionable steps for growth, implementing organization-wide goal setting, performance management, and annual operations planning;
• Oversee the Business Units (subsidiaries) on daily business operations and improve operating procedures for optimal efficiency;
• Engage actively with the BOD subsidiaries on building the company’s capacity to implement a strategic and growth plan;
• Ensure successful implementation of business strategies and operational plans and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations/SOP;
• Upgrade and implement an appropriate operational system of policies, internal controls, governance and procedures;
• Actively oversee project implementation to ensure all projects are delivered within time, scope, and budget;
• Enhance growth through new ventures and partnerships by formulating development strategies, guidelines, and plans;
• Mentor and inspire subordinates into the vision of the management;
• Evaluate company performance and recommend strategies to improve results;
• Collaborate with management to carry out other business-expanding strategies;
• Ensure that the financial KPIs are delivered and implemented within the parameters, policies, processes, and governance of the organization;
• Review and monitor the budget for CAPEX and OPEX for project development related activities;
• Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, conduct annual performance appraisals;
• Instill a culture of innovation and high performance at all levels, be it management or staff;
• Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach: assign accountabilities; set objectives; establish priorities; and monitor and evaluate results;
• Coach and develop direct reports, creating a high functioning management team;
• Develop competent employees that can meet the business changes;
• Advise on the need for future manpower requirements as part of business expansion.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Management, or related equivalent.
• Advanced degree is preferred, i.e., MBA.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in a Senior Management role.

EXPERIENCE

• Proven 10 years of experience in a leadership role; preferably as a GCOO or in a similar executive position.
• Strong operational expertise in Business Development, Project Management, and Finance.
• Possess knowledge of operations across various functions including Finance, Legal, HR, and Corporate Communication.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing business strategies that align with company goals and objectives.