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Forestry

Chief Operating Officer

Millar Cameron are delighted to be supporting LevasFlor, pioneers of sustainable and responsible forestry in Mozambique, in the recruitment of a Chief Operating Officer.

Location
Mozambique
Ref
A002714
The Role

LevasFlor takes pride in their role as pioneers of sustainable and responsible forestry in Mozambique. Since their inception in 2005, they have been steadfast in their commitment to responsible forest management and environmental stewardship.

About the role

Advisory Role:

  • Technical and Industrial Aspects: Provide expert advice on the technical and industrial components of the project. This includes evaluating current technologies, recommending improvements, and ensuring that the project aligns with industry standards.
  • Feasibility Studies: Conduct pre-feasibility and feasibility studies to assess the viability of different production methods. This involves analyzing costs, benefits, risks, and potential returns on investment.

Project Leadership:

  • Task Management: Oversee the technical aspects of the project, ensuring that all tasks are completed on time and within budget. This includes coordinating with various teams and stakeholders.
  • Resource Allocation: Determine the necessary resources (personnel, equipment, materials) for each phase of the project and ensure they are allocated efficiently.
  • Business Planning: Develop comprehensive business plans, including financial projections, logistics, and operational timelines.
  • Project Management: Oversee the planning and implementation of production units for veneer, thermal treatment, and biochar.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with consultants and suppliers to ensure the successful execution of projects.
  • Fundraising Support: Assist in building business cases, CAPEX proposals, and investor packs to support fundraising efforts.
  • Strategic Planning: Contribute to the strategic planning and scaling of sustainable forestry operations.

Key responsibilities

  • Feasibility Reports: Detailed reports on the feasibility of each production method, including cost-benefit analysis and risk assessment.
  • Technical Recommendations: Comprehensive recommendations on technologies, processes, and improvements for each production area.
  • Project Plans: Detailed project plans outlining tasks, timelines, resource requirements, and milestones.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Millar Cameron, we are dedicated to supporting our Clients in building and supporting diverse and inclusive workplaces and culture, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Since 2007 Millar Cameron has specialised in sourcing leadership and keyperson talent across a number of industries, including agribusiness, international development, industrial, consumer, financial and professional services, private equity, and technology, media and telecommunications. Our mission and purpose is to positively contribute to the development of Africa, and other emerging markets, through the provision of people.

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