Jobs at H. Pierson Associates

Job Objective

• The Abia State Transport Authority (ABTA) is a newly established, fully autonomous government corporation, created by the State Legislature to serve as the primary strategic planner, regulator, and coordinator of roads within the State and its metropolitan area.
• The Transport Authority is driven by a vision to create a world-class, integrated, efficient, and sustainable public transportation system that supports the State's economic growth and enhances the quality of life for all residents.
• The Director, Planning & Research, provides strategic leadership in the formulation, evaluation, and monitoring of transportation policies, master plans, and operational frameworks.
• The role is responsible for driving data-driven planning, research, forecasting, and long-term transport development strategies that ensure efficient mobility, infrastructure sustainability, and improved public transport services across the state.

Job Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Policy Development:

• Plan, coordinate and implement the Authority research projects.
• Design and execute surveys and research projects that will provide information about the users of public transport in Abia for administrative decision-making, institutional reporting and possible publications.
• Lead the development and periodic review of the State Transport Master Plan.
• Formulate long-term and short-term transport strategies to support urban mobility and economic growth.
• Provide advisory input for policy direction to the MD/CEO and Board.
• Oversee feasibility studies and demand forecasting for new routes, transport modes, and infrastructure projects.

Research & Data Analytics:

• Designs, maintains, manipulates and queries specialised databases and information systems for research, planning, and accountability.
• Maintains research data warehouse system and an indexed archive of information and reports suitable for responding to surveys, questionnaires, and federal and state data collection or accountability requirements.
• Develop and implement a robust data collection, analysis, and reporting framework for transport operations.
• Lead research on travel behaviour, traffic patterns, infrastructure gaps, environmental impacts, and sustainability issues.
• Develop analytical models to support decision-making and performance improvement.
• Ensure the organisation adopts modern data-driven tools (GIS, transport modelling software, forecasting tools).

Project Development & Evaluation:

• Applies appropriate quantitative and qualitative research design and statistical techniques to collect, prepare, and maintain data in the preparation of periodic reports related to transit operations in the state
• Develop, review and update Abia State Comprehensive Transport Master Plans (CTMP)
• Ensures that meaningful, appropriate, and accurate data and supporting documentation are provided as needed to meet the decision-making needs of ABSTA
• Coordinate technical reviews, economic analysis, and project viability studies.
• Evaluate existing services and recommend optimisation initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration:

• Engage with local and federal agencies, transport unions, private operators, and development partners on transportation initiatives.
• Represent the agency on planning committees, technical working groups, and inter-agency coordination platforms.
• Manage relationships with consultants, research institutions, and donor agencies.

Monitoring, Reporting & Performance Management:

• Oversee transport performance monitoring systems and dashboards.
• Produce periodic reports, forecasts, policy briefs, and research publications for Management and the Board.
• Lead impact assessments, environmental analyses, and sustainability reporting.

Leadership & Departmental Management:

• Coordinate with various teams to prepare all proposals for various functional project teams
• Supervises state-wide planning, assessment, and continuous quality improvement.
• Analyse all trends and identify and resolve all users 'trends.
• Manage the Planning & Research team, ensuring effective supervision, skill development, and performance management.
• Develop annual planning budgets and oversee departmental accountability.
• Promote a culture of innovation, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional alignment.

Required Skills & Qualification

• Master's Degree in Transport Planning, Transport Economics, Public Policy, or MBA (advantage).
• Minimum of 12–15 years' experience, with at least 5 years in a senior planning/research role within: (Transport authorities, Government agencies, Urban planning firms, Multi-modal transportation operations, or Development partner transport projects.)
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse socioeconomic environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of the following in previous positions: the principles of administration, supervision and training; planning and organising work; accessing information; evaluating programs and personnel; communicating effectively orally and in writing; budgeting and managing
• funds; departmental needs in the context of the planning, research, and accountability; and working collaboratively with others.
• Strong knowledge of urban mobility, infrastructure planning, transport economics, data science, and GIS.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and large-scale transport planning projects.

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• Located on Lagos Island, our company is a boutique consulting firm with over 40 seasoned professionals with varied experiences.
• The firm plays a leading role in providing management consulting services targeted at clients in key sectors of the economy (Power, Oil & Gas, Financial Services and Manufacturing, etc) in Africa.

Job Responsibilities

• The Accounting officer will be assigned the following primary responsibilities, among others:
• Daily Entries: Process and post daily financial transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
• Accounting Records: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing financial reports, reconciliations, and analysis.
• Data Entry: Enter financial data into accounting systems accurately and efficiently.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Accounting or Accounting Technician qualification (e.g., ICAN, AAT).
• 1-2 years of experience in accounting or related fields.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics).Excellent analytical and numerical skills.

Skills:

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic accounting knowledge and understanding of financial principles.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

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Job Summary

• The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Innovation Park, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations, optimal utilization of infrastructure, and seamless delivery of programs that support innovation, entrepreneurship, research commercialization, and industry collaboration.
• The role is critical to scaling the park's impact, sustainability, and global competitiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Operational Leadership:

• Translate the Innovation Parks vision and strategy into executable operational plans and performance targets.
• Oversee daily operations across facilities management, tenant services, programs, partnerships, and shared services.
• Ensure operational excellence, efficiency, and compliance with governance, regulatory, and safety standards.

Infrastructure & Facilities Management:

• Manage the operation and maintenance of physical and digital infrastructure (labs, workspaces, incubation hubs, utilities, smart systems).
• Oversee expansion, upgrades, and capital projects in collaboration with technical and project teams.
• Ensure optimal space utilization, service quality, and cost efficiency.

Ecosystem & Program Management:

• Oversee incubation, acceleration, research, and commercialization programs.
• Support startups, scale-ups, researchers, and corporate tenants through structured operational frameworks.
• Ensure effective delivery of innovation programs aligned with economic and sectoral priorities.

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work closely with government agencies, academia, investors, development partners, and private sector stakeholders.
• Support the CEO in structuring and managing public-private partnerships (PPPs).
• Drive collaboration between tenants, research institutions, and industry players.

Financial & Commercial Oversight:

• Support budgeting, financial planning, cost control, and revenue optimization initiatives.
• Oversee operational revenue streams (leases, programs, services, events, sponsorships).
• Ensure commercial sustainability and efficient resource allocation.

Governance, Risk & Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to corporate governance frameworks, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and manage operational, financial, and reputational risks.
• Establish performance monitoring systems, KPIs, and reporting dashboards.

People & Culture:

• Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams across operations, facilities, programs, and administration.
• Foster a high-performance, innovation-driven, and service-oriented culture.
• Implement talent development, succession planning, and performance management frameworks.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Operational efficiency and cost optimization
• Occupancy and utilization rates
• Program delivery effectiveness and impact metrics
• Tenant/startup satisfaction and retention
• Revenue growth and sustainability
• Compliance, safety, and risk management outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Management, Economics, or related field; Master's Degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in operations, infrastructure management, innovation ecosystems, technology parks, industrial parks, or complex organizations.
• Proven experience managing large-scale operations, facilities, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of innovation ecosystems, startups, R&D, commercialization, and PPP models.

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• The Learning & Development Officer designs and delivers impactful training solutions that strengthen client capabilities while driving business growth.
• The role identifies learning needs, supports proposal development, and builds strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction, repeat business, and revenue expansion.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop curricula for courses being delivered to corporate clients across sectors.
• Strong knowledge of board programs
• Develop learning solutions proposals to clients across sectors
• Effectively coordinate the delivery of corporate courses via virtual or physical modes.
• Carry out extensive business development at the executive levels of corporate clients.
• Relationship Management to deepen existing corporate relationships
• Continuous research to track changing client learning needs
• Meet quarterly market share and financial targets
• Deliver weekly and monthly performance reports.
• conducting training needs analysis surveys and research
• Liaising with managers and creating training processes.

KPIs

• 100% of client programs delivered on time and within scope
• Strong B2B Business Development skills
• Profit margin per training program (aligned with commercial strategy)
• Turnaround time for program design and content update requests
• Timeliness of reporting and communication with clients
• 100% delivery of compliance/mandated training within agreed timelines where applicable

Requirements

• HR or related background with a 2:1 or first class from a top-tier university
• A second Degree or professional qualification is a plus
• Minimum 5 years of Learning & Development Experience.
• Curriculum Development experience
• Evidence of meeting and exceeding sales targets at the Executive levels
• Excellent business writing and presentation skills
• Strong B2B Business Development skills
• Strong experience in the Financial Services, Technology, or Energy Sectors
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Strong networking ability
• Board-level training experience is an added advantage.