Operations Officer at Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE)

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• S/he will assist in overseeing operations activity, including but not limited to; logistics, procurement, and inventory management
• S/he will assist in monitoring on-site projects and field operations
• S/he will assist in ensuring all operations are carried on in an appropriate, cost-effective way in Abuja and state offices
• S/he will assist in improving operational management systems, processes, and best practices
• S/he will assist in overseeing that the health and safety regulations of staff are followed
• S/he will assist in overseeing that the organization’s processes remain legally compliant
• S/he will supervise stock control and inventory checks
• S/he will assist in overseeing documentation procedures for third-party
• S/he will assist in providing the required working tools to staff including allocation of workstations
• S/he will assist in ensuring maximum functionality of generators and vehicles
• S/he will assist in ensuring that there is a prompt response to the repair and maintenance of office structures/buildings
• S/he will assist in coordinating the janitorial services to WEWE offices.
• S/he will assist in ensuring that the security post is manned at all times
• S/he will assist in coordinating and facilitating indemnity claims of all WEWE lost assets from the insurance company
• S/he will assist in following up with insurance premium payment and ensure that insurance companies are paid as when due
• S/he will assist in ensuring that store processes are strictly adhered to
• S/he will facilitate the use of all store documents e.g. use of stock card, Store request form, etc
• S/he will ensure that complete records of all stock items concerning daily usage and replenishment are kept

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in Operations Management, Business Administration, or any social science-related field
• Candidates must have a second-class upper (2.1) or first-class or upper credit or distinction
• Other related professional courses will be an added advantage

Experience Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 3 to 4 years post-NYSC experience in a reputable Organization with proven success in an operations management role
• Working knowledge of Management Software programs, including NetSuite, and QuickBooks, and strong IT skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Experience managing operations for USG-funded programs
• Superior oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on creative approaches, and attention to detail.