Andela is a network of technology leaders dedicated to advancing human potential. We help companies build high-performing distributed engineering teams by investing in Africa’s most talented software developers. Based in NYC, SF, Lagos, Nairobi, Kigali, Cairo and Kampala, Andela is catalyzing the growth of tech ecosystems across the African continent while solving the global technical talent shortage.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Senior Manager - Analytics and Operations, Technical
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
About the Role
- Andela has recently surpassed the exciting milestone of 1,700 Andelans (1200+ software engineers) globally, and plans to nearly double by the end of 2020 the Engineering hiring team will drive much of this growth.
- Andela is looking to hire a strategic and analytical Senior Manager to build and drive the analytics and operations team within Engineering talent acquisition.
- This role requires next level excellence in business-minded analytical thinking, project and stakeholder management, and getting stuff done.
- A person who excels in this role will be comfortable analyzing and manipulating data to identify business improvement opportunities, and creating dashboards that communicate business results and trends across all levels within the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Ownership:
- Building and driving a high-performing, strategic and data-driven Analytics/Operations group, within Andela’s key Engineering scaling org
- Being a motivated self-starter who can carry initiatives from start to finish, and can work effectively at all levels of the organization across the uniquely cross-cultural Andela environment.
- Planning and Reporting
- Drive and run quarterly operational planning process; working closely with leaders in Recruiting, Staffing, Business Operations and Partner Engineering
- Design and Implement key business initiatives
Project Management:
- Lead execution of large-scale projects that directly impact business results
- Work cross-functionally to develop and execute implementation plans, with appropriate change management strategies
Data Analysis:
- Lead analytical deep-dives to explain org performance, identify issues and uncover levers for improvement
- Identify inefficiencies, and scope, plan and conduct analyses to successfully execute strategic and operational projects
- Proficiency with data analysis; ability to interpret, analyze and manipulate data strategically
- Primary point person with Andela’s data and analytics team
Communication / Collaboration:
- Clearly and concisely communicate findings to senior management
- Structure and package work into compelling presentations and communications that influence various audiences, including executives
Primary point person with the data team:
- Know where to get the data
- Running data integrity checks
- Proactively communicate relevant data with different departments to drive operational improvements
- Coaching your new team to grow to take ownership of the above
Requirements
- Experienced in project managerial and leadership capacities, and knowledge/experience within Talent Acquisition strongly preferred
- 5+ years experience across consulting, operational leadership, strategic recruiting or project managerial capacities - ideally within technology or top-tier consulting
- Structured, logical, and creative thinking: the ability to dissect a problem using a critical approach and iteratively test solutions
- Proficiency with data analysis; ability to interpret and manipulate data strategically
- Established track record in driving cross-functional initiatives with measurable impact
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present clear, well-thought out recommendations
- Produce articulate and persuasive cross-functional leadership-level presentations of strategic initiatives (Sr. Director Staffing, Director PX, VP Developer Delivery, etc)
Benefits & Compensation
- Full-time compensation
- Insurance coverage
- Equity package
- Beautiful working environment
- Continental travel opportunities
- Opportunity to work with the brightest minds on the planet
- Oh, and a chance to change the world!
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online