Manager, Operations at AS Operations West Africa Limited. (ASO)

 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