Managing Director

Job description

Job Title: Managing Director

Location: Solwezi, North Western Province

Employer: North Western Water Supply and Sanitation Company Limited

Contract Type: Contract – 3 years

Application Deadline: 22nd April, 2025

The Opportunity

NWWSSCL is seeking an experienced and visionary Managing Director to lead the company in achieving its mission and strategic objectives. This is a highly demanding and rewarding position requiring exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and a commitment to excellence in service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Develops and implements a long-term strategy and vision for the company that generates satisfactory levels of shareholder value and positive, reciprocal relations with relevant shareholders.
Develops and recommends to the Board of NWWSSCL the corporate and business plan and, once approved, ensures its implementation.
Evaluates NWWSSCL budget plans, including strategies against objectives and policies submitted by subordinates from all departments and districts, providing guidance and advice, ensuring that submissions are realistic and attainable, and thereafter presenting the budget to the board for approval.
Reviews constantly the company’s performance against set objectives and plans as given in the corporate business plan, NWASCO performance guidelines, and mandatory standards and specifications for  water supply and sanitation service providers.
Ensures that necessary resources are marshalled to finance, equip, and run the planned operations, capital projects, and visions.
Chairs management meetings with senior managers and procurement meetings in order to ensure that the company’s procurements and other programs are value-adding and within agreed timeframes.
Attends water sector consultative forums and represents the company at fairs and seminars, both local and international.
Prepare and present to the Board and relevant bodies objective periodic reports of the company’s affairs, performance, and related issues for information and decision-making.
Attends to important stakeholder queries emanating from councils, government, statutory bodies, and donors.
Agrees, monitors and reviews the performance of subordinates to ensure that they meet their agreed objectives and targets.
Stakeholder engagement & Partnership creation
Proven record of financial resources mobilization for a water and sanitation company projects or similar industry
Performs any other duties as assigned by the board from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

Must be a Zambian Citizen
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
Master’s Degree in either Business or any relevant field
Must be a fully paid up member of the relevant Professional Bodies.
At least 7 years of progressive management experience, with 3 years at a senior leadership level.
Proven expertise in water supply, sanitation, or related sectors.
Must not be above the age of 55 years.
Must be willing to reside in Solwezi during tenure of employment

Personal Attributes

Visionary and results-driven leader.
High levels of integrity and ethical standards.
Ability to inspire and motivate a team.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Strong financial management, strategic planning, and leadership skills.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing water supply and sanitation utilities in Zambia
High analytical skills and proven business acumen.

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to lead a critical utility company impacting communities across North Western Province.
Be at the forefront of innovation in water supply and sanitation services.
Competitive remuneration and benefits package.

How to Apply

Interested candidates meeting the above qualifications are encouraged to submit their application letter, a detailed curriculum vitae (CV), and certified copies of relevant certificates in both soft and hard copies.

To:

The Board Chairperson
North Western Water Supply & Sanitation Company Limited
P O Box 110184
Solwezi

Subject Line: Application for Managing Director Position

Applications must be submitted on or before 22nd April, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NWWSSCL is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion.