Chief Operating Officer (COO) at The Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators

Job Description

• This individual will be responsible for managing internal operations of the Organization.
• This individual will be primarily responsible for implementing core activities and overseeing all administrative and financial task associated with ensuring effective management of memberships and programmes.

Responsibilities

• Report to and work closely with the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer
• Provide financial oversight of business operations with a focus on delivering on financial goals and key business metrics;
• Manage the smooth functioning of the office support systems including negotiations with suppliers, vendors and other service providers in the most cost-effective manner;
• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with financial, human resources and administrative policies and procedures;
• Presents new ideas and cash flow strategies to Registrar, the Governing Council and at Annual General Meetings
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Organization
• Prepare regular reports on the performance of the entity
• Motivate staff to meet or surpass organisational and sales goal
• Ensure that company complies with all tax, legal and regulatory obligations.
• Promote communication between colleagues for the benefit of information flow and to curb any problems that arise
• Oversee any other tasks that may emerge as a result of the growth of the Organization.

Qualifications Required

• A Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration or any other related field.
• A Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, Developmental Studies, or MBA will be an added advantage
• Over 7 years of experience of managerial experience in international business or development
• Evidence of strong fundraising and funds management skills
• Evidence of string networks in the Nigerian private, public and nonprofit sector
• Demonstrable knowledge and interest in literature and literacy
• Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills
• Proven entrepreneurial ability and capacity to work with significant autonomy
• A high level of integrity and preparedness to keep stakeholders informed
• Strong indication of passion for NigeriaТs development and commitment to the developmental objective of the Organization.

Key Competences:

• Strong communication and writing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Strong analytical skills
• A team and bridge builder
• Strong research and programme skills.