Operations Execution Lead at Welcome 2 Africa International

Welcome2Africa International (W2A) is a leading investment and trade facilitation company dedicated to driving Africa’s economic transformation. We mobilize capital, trade, and partnerships across agriculture, energy, maritime, and solid minerals, creating impact through investment facilitation, trade promotion, research, and exports.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operations Execution Lead

Location: Abuja, Nigeria (with potential international exposure)
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

• As we transition into a Hold-Co model (W2A Connect, W2A Capital, W2A Trade, W2A Impact Foundation, W2A Farms & Extension Services), we are seeking an Operations/Execution Lead to strengthen our organizational backbone and ensure that strategy turns into measurable results.
• The Operations/Execution Lead will serve as the engine room of execution; building systems, enforcing accountability, and driving a culture of excellence across W2A.
• This role ensures our strategic goals are effectively translated into actionable workplans, processes, and results.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee organizational and departmental workplans aligned with strategy.
• Design and refine processes, workflows, and SOPs to improve efficiency.
• Drive performance management and ensure deliverables are consistently achieved.
• Consolidate reports into executive dashboards, providing real-time insights.
• Foster a culture of discipline, accountability, and delivery excellence.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience: 3 - 5 years in operations, project management, consulting, or execution-focused roles (investment, trade facilitation, development, or related sectors preferred).
• Skills: Strong in systems building, process design, project management, and reporting.
• Mindset: Execution-driven, proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a transitioning organization.
• Bonus: Familiarity with investment, donor, trade facilitation, or export landscapes.

What We Offer

• Salary: N150,000 - N200,000 Monthly (commensurate with experience).
• A chance to be part of a leadership team shaping W2A’s growth.
• Exposure to international partnerships and markets.
• An opportunity to work in a mission-driven, high-performance culture.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2025.