Operations Manager at Creative Associates International

Position Summary

• The Operations Manager oversees all operations as related to logistic, facilities and transportation

Reporting & Supervision:

• This position is located in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Chief of Party.

Primary Responsibilities

• Establishes operations systems to ensure strong support for program goals.
• Works with the Chief of Party to review operations and objectives, and ensures all aspects of the project are compliant with USAID policies and Creative procedures.
• Identifies and trains staff to support operations.
• Provide oversight of vehicles logs, vehicle maintenance
• Identify vehicle needs and reviews drivers’ timesheet
• Customs clearance forNEI+ properties
• Establish, lead, and implement all logistics and operations process for the project, including drivers and security by strictly following all rules and regulations established by USAID, Creative Associates, and follow all stipulations established by Nigerian law.
• Coordinate transportation, permits, authorizations, insurance, loading and unloading of goods/materials, and financial allocation of related expenses under grants
• Manage project inventory
• Coordinate large-scale training/workshop and events for the project
• Oversee management of project vehicle fleet
• Serve as a key administrative and operational point to ensure project implementation runs smoothly and successfully.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience working on programs funded by international donors (preferably USAID)
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of USAID procurement rules and regulations required
• Three to five years of previous experience working in operations and administration of USAID programs
• Demonstrated ability to solve challenging and complicated logistical issues
• Experience with budgeting and cost analysis
• Experience managing procurement professionals
• Strong ability to use and develop commodity management tracking systems
• Strong communication skills; Fluency in English and local languages required.