About the Job
JOB DESCRIPTION — GENERAL MANAGER / MANAGING DIRECTOR
Position:
General Manager / Managing Director
Department:
Executive Management
Reports To:
Founders
Direct Report:
Deputy General Manager and designated department/project heads
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Location:
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
About BS Technologies
BS Technologies PLC is an Ethiopian technology company developing and operating digital solutions that modernize transport, parking, logistics and related services. The company currently operates multiple ongoing projects, including bus management and ticketing systems, parking management, digital transport payment, intercity transport technology, freight/logistics platforms and vehicle monitoring solutions.
Position Summary
The General Manager / Managing Director will serve as the
overall operational and executive head of BS Technologies
, responsible for ensuring that the company operates efficiently, professionally, profitably and in accordance with the strategic direction established by the Founders.
This is a senior leadership position for an individual who can operate with an
ownership mindset
. The successful candidate must be capable of taking responsibility for the company’s overall performance, making timely decisions, leading teams, managing projects, developing business opportunities, maintaining strategic relationships and building systems that allow the company to grow without excessive dependence on the Founders.
The General Manager is expected to act as the
central point of leadership and accountability for the day-to-day management of the company
.
Key Responsibilities
1.
Overall Company Management
Lead and manage the overall operations of BS Technologies.
Translate the Founders’ vision and strategic direction into practical company plans.
Ensure all departments and projects work toward common objectives.
Establish clear organizational structures, responsibilities and reporting lines.
Develop and maintain a culture of accountability, professionalism, innovation and performance.
Identify operational weaknesses and implement corrective measures.
Ensure the company operates efficiently and sustainably.
2.
Project & Operations Management
Oversee the performance of all company projects and operational units.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and according to agreed standards.
Monitor project profitability, staffing, operational challenges and client satisfaction.
Ensure project managers and department heads have clear targets and accountability.
Establish systems for regular project reporting and performance monitoring.
Intervene when projects face major operational, financial or organizational challenges.
BS Technologies currently manages projects across transport, parking, logistics and vehicle-monitoring activities, requiring the GM to effectively manage multiple operations simultaneously.
3.
Financial & Commercial Management
Work closely with Finance to monitor company revenue, expenditure, cash flow and profitability.
Review budgets and financial performance regularly.
Control unnecessary expenditure and improve operational efficiency.
Ensure projects have sustainable revenue models.
Monitor receivables, payments and contractual obligations.
Participate in major commercial negotiations.
Ensure proper financial controls are maintained.
4.
Business Development & Growth
Identify new business opportunities and strategic markets.
Lead major business development initiatives.
Develop relationships with government institutions, private companies, investors, partners and clients.
Support the expansion of existing products and services.
Evaluate potential partnerships, contracts and projects.
Represent BS Technologies in high-level business meetings when required.
5.
Government & Strategic Stakeholder Relations
Maintain strong professional relationships with government institutions and strategic partners.
Represent the company in senior-level meetings when delegated by the Founders.
Ensure compliance with government requirements and contractual obligations.
Coordinate major institutional engagements across projects.
6.
Human Resources & Leadership
Build a high-performing management team.
Participate in recruitment of senior employees.
Set performance expectations and KPIs.
Conduct regular performance reviews with department/project heads.
Address performance, discipline and organizational issues.
Develop leadership within the company and establish succession plans.
Ensure the company has the right people in the right positions.
7.
Systems & Organizational Development
Develop professional systems, policies and procedures.
Reduce dependency on individual employees through proper systems and documentation.
Establish clear reporting and accountability structures.
Introduce appropriate management dashboards and performance indicators.
Continuously improve company processes.
- Decision-Making & Problem Solving
The GM will have authority to make day-to-day operational decisions within the authority delegated by the Founders.
The GM is expected to:
Take initiative without waiting for instructions on routine matters.
Identify problems before they become crises.
Make evidence-based decisions.
Escalate major strategic, financial or reputational matters to the Founders.
Take responsibility for decisions and outcomes.
Leadership Expectations
The successful candidate must demonstrate:
Entrepreneurial and ownership mindset
Strong executive leadership
Strategic thinking
Excellent judgment
Strong communication and negotiation skills
High emotional intelligence
Ability to manage pressure and uncertainty
Ability to lead senior professionals
Strong problem-solving ability
Integrity and confidentiality
Ability to challenge ideas respectfully and constructively
Ability to make difficult decisions
Strong accountability and personal discipline
Performance Indicators / KPIs
The GM will be evaluated against, among others:
Company revenue growth
Profitability
Project profitability and delivery
Customer/client satisfaction
Business development and new contracts
Operational efficiency
Employee performance and retention
Cash-flow management
Successful implementation of company strategy
Quality and timeliness of management reporting
Achievement of company and project KPIs
Authority & Accountability
The General Manager will have significant authority over the day-to-day management of the company, subject to the strategic, financial and governance authority of the Founders.
The GM will be
fully accountable to the Founders for the overall performance of BS Technologies
.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for a leader who does not see this position simply as a job. The ideal candidate should have the mindset of someone who can say:
“If this were my company, what would I do?”
They should be proactive, commercially minded, decisive and capable of building a strong organization while protecting the long-term interests of BS Technologies.
About You
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Master’s degree preferred.
MBA, Business Administration, Management, Economics, Engineering, Technology, Computer Science or a related field preferred.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Experience
Minimum 8 years of professional experience preferred.
Minimum 5 years in a senior management or leadership position.
Demonstrated experience managing teams, budgets, projects and business operations.
Experience managing multiple departments or business units is highly desirable.
Experience in technology, transport, logistics, fintech, infrastructure or government-related projects is an advantage.
Requirement Skill
Communication