General manager

General managers plan, organise, direct, control and review the day-to-day operations and major functions of commercial organisations.

Day-to-day

• Plan policy, and set standards and objectives for organisations
• Provide day-to-day direction and management of the organisation, and direct and endorse policy to fulfil objectives, achieve specific goals and maximise profit and efficiency
• Assess changing situations and respond accordingly by issuing commands and directives to subordinate staff
• Consult with immediate subordinates and departmental heads on matters such as methods of operation, equipment requirements, finance, sales and human resources
• Authorise the funding of major policy implementation programs
• Represent the organisation at official occasions, in negotiations, at conventions, seminars, public hearings and forums and liaise between areas of responsibility
• Arrange the preparation of reports, budgets and forecasts
• Select and manage the performance of senior staff