Head, Corporate Services at Verraki

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, or a related field
• Membership in professional bodies such as:
  • Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM)
  • Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSAN)
  • Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM)
• Certifications in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or IT Governance (e.g., ITIL) are desirable for cross-functional oversight
• 8–10 years of progressive experience across corporate services functions (HR, Admin, Procurement, and IT), preferably within the non-profit, development, or public sector
• Minimum of 3–4 years in a managerial or supervisory role with cross-functional responsibility
• Experience in policy development, systems implementation, and compliance monitoring

Skills / Competence Requirements

• Advanced workforce planning, talent acquisition, and talent management expertise
• Strong leadership in learning and development strategy for staff growth and capacity building
• Strategic oversight of administrative systems, procurement, and vendor management
• Expertise in asset management, security, and logistics coordination
• Proficiency in policy development, compliance governance, and operational risk management
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with proven change management experience
• Familiarity with Nigerian labor law, donor compliance requirements, and audit standards
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in enterprise tools (ERP, HRIS, procurement systems, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for HR (talent acquisition, management, and learning & development) and Admin & Procurement (asset management, vendor management, procurement, security, and logistics) functions
• Align internal operations with NCF’s Strategic Action Plan and donor compliance requirements
• Develop and implement HR and administrative policies, SOPs, and compliance frameworks to ensure efficiency and accountability
• Partner with HR to execute workforce planning, performance management, and staff development initiatives
• Manage procurement processes, vendor relationships, and asset lifecycle to optimize resources and maintain compliance
• Oversee office administration, security, and logistics, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
• Advise leadership on strategic resourcing and institutional support needs
• Support CFO and Finance Team in implementing robust internal controls and audit processes
• Monitor and report on KPIs, staff satisfaction, operational readiness, and compliance outcomes
• Provide regular updates to EXCO and the Director General on corporate services performance and improvement plans