Development Manager, KZN

Sheldon Recruitment

Our client has a vacancy for a Development Manager for a permanent role, based in Durban, KwaZulu Natal.

Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:

Post Graduate Qualification : Business Management or Property Management highly recommended
3+ years’ experience in media and advertising as well as contracts negotiations advantageous
Advanced knowledge of MS Office - Power Point and Excel are required
Working knowledge of GIS system or other property/inventory management system advantageous
Must be proficient in writing and compiling of business proposals
Experience in working with municipalities is essential, with good knowledge of Outdoor Advertising Bylaws
Understanding of legal contracts and contracting leases
Must have Driver’s License, own car, and ability to travel to areas / towns within KZN
High energy candidate who is able to network

The s uccessful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

Liaising with various councils, developers, stakeholders and landlords
Identifying new opportunities for the business’ units in line with each business unit strategy
Site visits and measurements for council requirements
Assist in compiling council applications for submission to Municipal Planning Departments
Ensure efficient Stakeholder Management and provide the company with updates on key developments
Liaising with various internal stakeholders and ensure that all processes and paperwork are in place for new sites until its commissioned
Assist in compiling tenders for the respective businesses where required
Verifying that all contracts for the respective Divisions are loaded correctly in the systems
Project management planning, executing and effective reporting for different projects
Ensure that site inspections and reports are done immediately after new builds
Weekly & monthly reports compiled and submitted as required
Identifying new outdoor advertising opportunities in line with company strategy and negotiating landlord contracts to secure advertising rights
Ensuring that existing profitable rights are retained and comply with relevant legislation
Play a leading role in stakeholder management for the respective divisions
Monitoring inventory performance and implement remedial action (contract renegotiating) where necessary
Project lead and ensure efficient information sharing between Development, Marketing Services, Operations and Sales

To apply email detailed CV, and all supporting documentation through to ***email_hidden***

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful