Deputy General Manager, Administration at Dangote

Job Overview

• The Deputy General Manager, Administration is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for the administrative functions of the organization.
• The role involves ensuring effective management of administrative services, facilities, logistics, employee welfare, office operations, and support services to facilitate smooth and efficient business operations.

Key Responsibilities
Administrative Management:

• Provide strategic direction and oversight for all administrative activities and support services.
• Develop and implement administrative policies, procedures, and standards in line with organizational objectives.

Facilities and Office Management:

• Oversee the management and maintenance of office facilities, buildings, and other administrative infrastructure.
• Ensure a safe, functional, and conducive working environment for employees.

Transport and Logistics Management:

• Oversee staff transportation, fleet management, and other logistics-related activities.
• Ensure effective utilization and maintenance of company vehicles and other logistical resources.

Vendor and Service Provider Management:

• Manage relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Ensure quality, timely delivery, and cost-effective provision of administrative services.

Employee Welfare and Support Services:

• Coordinate employee welfare initiatives and administrative support services.
• Address employee administrative concerns and ensure timely resolution of issues.

Budget and Cost Management:

• Develop and manage the Administration Department's budget.
• Monitor administrative expenditure and identify opportunities for cost optimization.

Policy and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with company policies, statutory requirements, and applicable administrative standards.
• Establish appropriate controls to minimize administrative and operational risks.

Team Leadership and Stakeholder Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Administration team to achieve departmental objectives.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Operations, Security, Procurement, and other departments to support business operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc./HND in Business Administration, Management, or a related field with a minimum of 27 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
• OR an MBA with a minimum of 24 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in a senior administrative or management position, preferably within a large organization or industrial environment.
• Extensive experience in facilities management, logistics, fleet management, vendor management, employee welfare, and general administrative operations.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership and effectively manage administrative functions and support services.
• Experience in managing budgets, service providers, contracts, and administrative resources.
• Strong knowledge of administrative policies, procedures, compliance requirements, and best practices.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and control administrative costs.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong decision-making and strategic-thinking abilities.
• Must possess interpersonal astuteness and the ability to communicate effectively.

Working Conditions:

• The role is primarily office-based but requires regular interaction with various departments, facilities, and operational areas.
• May require occasional work outside normal working hours to support business operations and resolve administrative issues.
• Regular engagement with employees, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders is expected.