TalentSquare - Our client is a Technology Company founded 3-years ago with The Mission “To transform mobility in Africa” while building a global brand.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head, Administration and Corporate Service
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time
Job Description
The ideal candidate will be responsible for all administrative aspects of the company including Core Admin., Security, Protocol, Facility Management, Telecommunications & IT Support, Procurement, and general support.
Responsibilities
Leadership and General Management:
Provide positive and professional leadership to staff in Corporate Services, ensuring that the department delivers effective support to the activities of the company
Contribute to the management of the company, as a member of the Management team, by participating in the generation of new ideas and fresh approaches to solving problems
Delegate appropriate responsibility for the provision of corporate services whilst retaining overall accountability for the delivery of those services
Provide advice and support to the departments on matters relating to any issue within the remit of Corporate Services
Performs any other duty as directed by Executive Management.
Procurement:
Oversees the budgeting and proper administration of purchased items; advising and assisting the finance manager on admin. related expenses
Ensures effective control and management of income and expenditure as it relates to Admin.
Manage all tendering and procurement activity in accordance with relevant guidelines and legislation.
Human Resource Management:
Oversees the support staff and Provide support to the HR manager with respect to the same
Manage contractors, service providers, and vendors
Ensures that all HR policies and procedures concerning admin are implemented
Facilities & IT:
Oversees the IT support function, ensuring the ongoing development and implementation of IT services
Provides the company with efficient and effective reception services
Manage the premises used including the relationships with landlords, managing agents and other tenants (where appropriate)
Procure and manage a range of facilities management services including catering, cleaning, security, and fire protection.
Qualifications
Minimum of 8 plus years working experience in a similar role
At least 4 years experience at a management level in an organization with a record of success with any or a combination of the following functional experience (Organisation, Operations or Facility Management)
Business process certification is a plus
Proven track record of achieving results in a private or a non-profit environment, with demonstrated success in developing policies, procedures and processes, and building systems and tools to support a growth-oriented organization
Experience in implementing significant change management processes;
Experience in project management and related reporting
Knowledge of basic statutory frameworks and accounting standards
Experience with negotiation agreements or government agencies is highly desirable
Strong managerial skills, including motivating, developing, coaching and leading teams
Ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas and to transfer knowledge and skills
Ability to deliver results and to manage change
Excellent negotiation, dialogue/conflict resolution, and diplomacy skills
Excellent communication skills including the ability to write concise
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent sense of initiative, ability to set priorities, work efficiently and work under pressure with accuracy and dedication.
Remuneration
The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.