About Welcome2Africa International (W2AI)
Welcome2Africa International is a private sector development company focused on strengthening Africa’s investment landscape, particularly within agriculture and related value chains. Under its Vision 2023 strategy, W2AI is scaling its operations by strengthening its subsidiaries, including W2A Trade—an evolving agribusiness export company focused on sourcing, aggregation, packaging, logistics, and export of agricultural commodities.
Position Overview
As W2A Trade transitions into a full-fledged export company, the General Manager (GM) will play a critical leadership role. The GM will be responsible for driving business growth, improving operational efficiency, and overseeing all trade-related activities. The ideal candidate will have strong operational experience, commercial acumen, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced and high-impact environment.
THIS POSISTION IS STRICTLY FOR RESISDENCE OF ONDO STATE, AKURE NIGERIA.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Define and execute the business strategy to position W2A Trade as a top-performing agribusiness export company.
- Align W2A Trade’s goals with the broader W2AI Vision 2023 agenda.
- Monitor and report on performance, growth targets, and sustainability outcomes.
Operations Management
- Oversee end-to-end export activities, including sourcing, aggregation, quality control, packaging, and logistics.
- Develop and manage aggregation centers across Nigeria to ensure reliable commodity flow.
- Implement operational systems that ensure compliance, efficiency, and scalability.
Business Development and Stakeholder Engagement
- Lead outreach to local and international offtakers, buyers, and investors.
- Convert trade leads from missions, shows, and referrals into successful deals.
- Foster strategic relationships that contribute to long-term trade growth and market visibility.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with W2AI’s core departments—Legal, Finance, Growth & Trade Facilitation, and Operations—to ensure smooth execution of all trade mandates.
- Participate in monthly performance reviews with W2AI department leads to ensure alignment on operations, documentation, finance, and outreach.
- Utilize shared platforms such as CRM and Zoho Projects to manage real-time collaboration and visibility between offices.
Compliance and Documentation
- Ensure all licenses and regulatory approvals are secured, up to date, and properly filed.
- Coordinate with legal and administrative teams to guarantee full documentation of all trade activities.
- Maintain rigorous reporting standards for internal stakeholders and external partners.
Team Development and Management
- Recruit, build, and manage a high-performing team with clearly defined roles and responsibilities.
- Set performance objectives, provide training, and foster a results-driven team culture.
- Manage field operations and coordinate with staff across sourcing, packaging, and logistics.
Expected Outcomes and Milestones
Within the first 90 days, the GM is expected to initiate and close at least one export deal generating a minimum of ₦200 million in trade revenue. By the medium term, the GM should have developed at least two operational aggregation centers and converted five high-quality investor or offtaker leads. Over the long term, the GM will be responsible for forming at least three new strategic trade partnerships aligned with Vision 2023. Additional short-term priorities include securing all necessary licenses and building a core team of at least five members.
How to apply To apply for this position, please follow these steps: 1. Ensure you're based in Abuja and available for a physical interview. 2. Review the full job description and requirements via the link below. 3. Complete the application form and submit it through the same link. Note: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a physical interview and may be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₦400,000.00 - ₦500,000.00 per month
