AS Operations West Africa Ltd Job Recruitment

AS Operations West Africa Ltd. (ASO) is a Nigeria-registered subsidiary of Adam Smith International (ASI). ASO provides operational support to three DFID-funded projects in Nigeria, i.e. NIAF, GEMS and ENABLE. Operational services include IT and Communications; Residential and
Hotel Accommodations; Administrative Support; Domestic Ground and Air Transportation; International Travel and Protocol; and, Security Services.

MANAGER, OPERATIONS

Who Can Apply: Nigerian citizens only

JOB SUMMARY
Based in Kano, the position manages day to day operations for a mid-sized operational services
The position is responsible for the efficient and effective management of property, office and fleet assets
The position interacts regularly with the Abuja-based management team to ensure that:
Opportunities for improved services are identified;
HR, IT, vehicle and property assets are documented, reviewed and reported; and
Operational activities are aligned
The position has supervisory responsibility
This is an entry-level management position and salary is based on an established, posted pay scale. This position is classified as Management Services Level 1

RESPONSIBILITIES
Organizing and providing a well-managed and efficient work place for employees and consultants
Carrying out routine and complex activities with extreme accuracy
Ensuring that all services provided in the North are aligned with ASO plans and priorities
Occasional travel to outlying states for the purpose of meeting with clients and suppliers
Occasional travel to Abuja for the purpose of training and management meetings
Overseeing the management of residences and guesthouses for employees and consultants
Overseeing a broad range of operational activities including those relating to Protocol, Property Management, , Fleet Management and IT and Communications

REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to organize clerical work, administration, and control systems
Ability to perform a variety of detailed functions and meet established deadlines
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Ability to build and lead an effective team
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks effectively and solve problems independently
Excellent time management skills
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION - BASIC SCREENING CRITERIA:
First Degree with a focus on Finance, Management or any Degree relevant to the position
At least five years of documented project management experience
Excellent MS Office skills including: Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Above-average written and verbal communication and problem solving skills
At least 2 years' experience with logistics coordination
At least 2 years' experience with asset management
At least five years of documented supervisory experience
Language:
English is the essential language of this position; preference will be given to candidates who are also fluent in Hausa

TO APPLY
 Note: Applications received after the stated time, will not be considered.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their application letters and CV's to: gm@asoperations.com using "Manager, Operations" as the subject line.

Your application package should include:
A cover letter detailing why you are qualified for this position;
Your CV detailing how you meet the basic screening criteria (Education, Experiences and Certifications.

DUE DATE: 1600hrs (WAT), 8th March, 2017.