BUSINESS PROJECT MANAGER - Cape Town Verfied

Salary Negotiable Cape Town, Western Cape Cape Town, Western Cape more than 14 days ago 06-12-2016 2:04:27 PM
03-01-2017 2:04:27 PM
Primary Responsibilities: Learn to Earn Development Enterprise (LtE Dev. Ent.)
* implement the vision, mission and philosophy of ministry of LtE through the development of Entrepreneurs within the GU franchise model. This will require the formalisation and development of the model based on a social franchising approach,
* see to the successful implementation of the model and ensure all structures, policies, processes, procedures and the mentoring of franchisees happens successfully, resulting in the proliferation of profitable GUB trading units, whether in the form of trailers, tuk tuks, corporate solutions or Express GU Cafés.
* managing all logistical matters pertaining to GUB Trading Units; ensuring excellence, consistency, and reliability of service
* manage all marketing matters pertaining to the GUB Franchise and new business opportunities
* managing sales and sale targets
* report to the Director of Learn to Earn Development Enterprise (PTY) Ltd. on all operational, financial and strategic matters.
* work with the Director, ED Facilitator and other staff to ensure the spiritual welfare of the organisation and spiritual growth of the staff.
* meet on a regular basis with the Management team to plan and pray together concerning strategy for LtE, particularly the GUB and the synergy with the GUA
* research and report on best practice methodologies and processes regarding coffee, coffee making and the industry trends
*strategic planning, development and implementation of the LtE Ground UP Project in Cape Town for now:
* meet regularly with LtE role players for purposes of monitoring & evaluation of the Project including the provision of relevant reports on the growth and development of the Ground UP Project
* identify and establish trading opportunities for additional roll out of GUB Units
* lead the implementation and the ongoing development of the GUB while working closely with GUA and the ED Facilitator to ensure a pipeline of potential entrepreneurs.
* Liaise with the ED (Enterprise Development) Facilitator on the progress entrepreneurs are making, offering specialist input where required
* Liaise with and support the Donor Developer and Resource and Partnership Developer on funding and partnering opportunities

Required Skills and Experience:
o The successful candidate should have a good knowledge of the coffee industry and business, in particular franchising – at the very least have the acumen to be able to quickly come up to speed with the industry, and concepts.
o Should be driven and adaptable, as the position initially will require a lot of time and input beyond normal working hours. This includes weekend work related to events or functions.
o Be able to work with, manage and guide people from diverse backgrounds, educational levels .
o Must be a competent barista in their own right so they are able to troubleshoot, step in if someone needs a break or does not pitch
o Has attention to detail, is practical and is a solution provider, especially when working on events and the issues that periodically arise
o Needs to have a valid driver’s license and experience in towing trailers, in particular must be able to reverse with a trailer.
o Must be able to manage the financial process from budgeting to expenditure, giving full account for all facets.

General Responsibilities:
o To participate in weekly staff devotions and prayer meetings.
o To participate in the employer’s Annual Staff Retreat. We go away together for a weekend.
o To participate in the employer’s Annual Report Back Meeting and other FR Events.
o To be co-responsible for the continued development of the employer.
o To endorse and promote the employer’s Statement of Faith, Mission Statement and Statement of Principles.
o To promote the employer and obtain financial support therefore.
o Outside of the employee’s above responsibilities the employee will be expected to do things that fall outside of the ambit of their job description, such as sweeping, cleaning, covering for and helping other staff. This is a team ministry.

Recruiter: Learn to Earn