Job Opportunities at LEAD Enterprise Support Company Limited

Job Objective/Summary:

Purchase/ provision of all operational materials and systems required by the Microfinance Bank. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Carry out periodic stock requirement exercises.
• Responsible for preparing, processing & supervising purchase orders following the organization's policies and procedures for all operational items/materials, goods and services.
• Purchase goods and services within established limits as provided by the Management or Division of Purchases.
• Contact suppliers for price quotes; prepare requisitions and affix authorizing signature before ordering.
• Abreast with purchasing policy/procedures, regulations and maintaining purchasing records.
• Contact vendors or agency representatives to obtain availability and product information or to solicit bids; develop requests for quotations; and confer with vendors concerning new products, damaged goods, delayed payments or related information.
• Timely reporting of its activities to the approved authority -Supervisor up to ensure they meet the organization's needs. Could attend trade programs/shows, training and conferences to gather information and get contacts of potential suppliers. The aim is to be sure that a supplier delivers goods and services in the agreed quantities, on time, while observing quality measures.
• Must be usually strict on delivery time as any slight delay in supply can create problems in many other areas of the business. Carries out market analysis to get the best purchasing deals. This involves acquiring goods and services at prices.
• Performs this role by comparing prices of goods from different suppliers, analyzing sales patterns and inventory levels of existing stock, and staying up-to-date on market changes that can affect the supply and prices of goods.
• Responsible for maintaining and reviewing all records of purchased goods, including their costs, deliveries and inventories. He should lead the procurement department in ensuring that it maintains updated data such as information about suppliers' products and prices. He must have strong organizational skills to find the right data on time, as well as an eye for detail to ensure that the data he does includes the correct information.
• The Purchasing Manager coordinates his staff and ensures all activities in the procurement department run as scheduled. He might achieve this by holding regular meetings with staff and vendors to discuss the department's performance and resolve any issues in the procurement process. For instance, he might meet to discuss defective goods or services delivered to a client to determine what went wrong and how to ensure the same problem does not occur in the future.
• Timely reporting of the Unit's activities to the approved authority - Supervisor.

Job Requirements: 

• A good bachelor's degree/HND.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
• Understanding of people management.
• Strategic planning.
• Knowledge of basic cost management.
• Proficiency in the duty of stock management and control.
• Innovativeness.
• Prudence. 

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Job Objective/Summary: 

• To ensure that the Company adheres to its constitution as well as National laws and regulations.
• To provide support to the Company’s Legal Adviser in all matters of a legal nature and ensure effective management of legal, contractual risks and Data Protection.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Legal Matters:

• Provide leadership and ensure efficient and effective management of staff and resources in the Legal group.
• Maintain and periodically review the List of Law firms retained by the Microfinance Bank indicating names, addresses, staffing etc.
• Provide legal support and documentation in respect of external funds received; review legal agreements and ensure adequate documentation for all sanctioned funds received.
• Review ongoing suits/cases and advise management accordingly.
• Review all third-party agreements and provide legal opinion before execution.
• Maintain a Register of all Agreements entered into by the microfinance bank outlining nature, parties, dates, duration etc.
• Review progress of outstanding litigation, liaise with and manage external lawyers.
• Ensure the performance of contractual Instruments for compliance to terms and identify conflicts or changes requiring resolution at contract renewal.
• Develop all resolutions emanating from contractual obligations.
• Prepare, review and modify contractual instruments to assist and support various business activities.
• Review all contracts or any other documentation to which the Company has committed itself and assess legal implications that need to be brought to the executive management’s attention.
• Review and advise management on the legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
• Draft contracts, agreements and review internal policies and ensure that they comply with all statutory or legal requirements.
• Negotiate, review and draft documentation for business transactions and prepare and advise on the necessary checklist to be adopted to ensure information is submitted on time.
• Provide legal protection and risk management advice to management, especially on contract management.
• Provide continuous leadership, supervision, training and development of subordinates ensuring an effective and motivated team.
• Assist in the formulation, implementation and/or amendment of Company policies.

Data Protection:

• Coordinate the training of all employees on Data Protection.
• Point of contact for data protection for all clients, regulatory authorities and internal teams on data protection and data security.
• Monitor Data Management procedures and enforce compliance within the organisation.

Others:

• Appraise subordinates promptly and objectively, and follow up on action points resulting from the appraisal – particularly in addressing gaps identified.
• Take responsibility for the training, coaching and mentoring of subordinates
• Perform other duties and responsibilities, as may be assigned by Company Secretary.

Job Requirements:

• A good bachelor’s degree in law. An LLM will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years relevant experience, at least 5 of which should demonstrate a proven track record in contract negotiation and drafting. Experience should demonstrate an ability to provide accurate and effective legal counsel with a proven track record of adding value to an organisation through the development of comprehensive contract documents that mitigate risk and penalties.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of the bank’s products and services.
• Knowledge of the regulatory environment and framework.
• Strategic thinking and strategic management.