To round off each issue, we ask our contributing business leaders for their views on the same question: “What traits do you look for in an employee?”
Roshan Mohinani, Strategy and Transformation Manager, Mohinani Group
“We look for traits that align with our group’s core values: an employee with a pioneering spirit, someone who is well grounded in humility and thrives through practicality, works collaboratively with others, and goes the extra mile in achieving his or her goals.”
Gareth Joubert, Managing Director, Hollard Trade Credit
“The candidate needs to be personable, not married to their ideas, and prepared to be wrong. I also like someone that doesn’t stick to the status quo but challenges everything all the time and questions why we do things.
“Attractive candidates are also those who want more out of life and can have a frank conversation about want they want to achieve, so that we can help them do that.”
Karim Ousmaes, General Administrator, Simam Côte d’Ivoire
“We are looking for an employee who is committed to satisfying their clients, whether internal or external, and is willing to self-assess to improve and deliver high-quality work. Team spirit is also essential for success at Simam Côte d’Ivoire, as is adherence to safety regulations. In return, the company will do everything possible to support its employees on their path to professional fulfilment.”
João Paulo Seara, CEO, MEGA Distribuição Moçambique S.A.
“I always prioritise three qualities: commitment to the project, adherence to core values – such as responsibility, honesty, humility, and openness to change – and work capability. With proper training, I’m confident that everything else will follow.”
