country manager preparation and support
We give some examples of our products and services below, but we are more than happy to tailor what we offer to your particular needs.
Selection of Country Manager candidates
- Job description; core skills; independent interview
Briefings for Country Managers
- What to expect; core tasks
Advice on getting things moving on the ground
- Getting started; staying onside
Advice on preparing integrated engagement plans
- State entities; embassies; international agencies; neighbouring countries; competitors, peers and partners; other stakeholders
Advice on building and maintaining alignment with state entities
- Getting to know the key players; building trust, respect and engagement; shaping constructive input, maintaining lines of communication; shaping difficult and/or sensitive conversations
Turnaround help and advice
- Repairing and restoring reputation and relationships if things have gone awry
Building communication plans
- Communicating complex messages clearly and simply; external communications; internal communications
Building community stakeholder links
- Practical on-the-ground engagement
Preparation and delivery of meetings and/or presentations to stakeholders on behalf of clients
- In-country, neutral or home locations
Independent/expert witness statements and testimony
- Independent, expert advice to support your plans and objectives
Building teams in-country
- Right size, right people, right place
Staying safe
- Safety and security in a practical way; crisis and continuity management
Seminars for small businesses
- Preparing for business, or perhaps a trade mission, in a new country