State Admin / Operations Manager at Ikore International Development Limited - 5 Openings

Ikore is an international development organization proffering innovative solutions to drive sustainable social and enterprise development. Working in economically deprived places and vulnerable communities torn apart by instability across Nigeria and providing solutions that support inefficient markets and communities is implementing an agricultural mechanization service intervention aimed at enhancing access of smallholder farmers to affordable and sustainable mechanization services in Nigeria.

The project aims to create work opportunities for mechanization service providers, tractor operators, and others in the mechanization value chain. The project’s primary target is young men and women in peri-urban and rural communities, providing bundled mechanization services. Ultimately, the project focuses on capacity-building, affordable last-mile services, financial inclusion, technology integration, and policy enhancement.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: State Admin / Operations Manager

Locations: Abuja (FCT), Adamawa, Kaduna, Kano and Nasarawa
Employment Type: Contract

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides operational and technical expertise to drive all the support components for the Project delivery and implementation for each state.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and technical expertise to support the overall project delivery and implementation in the state.
• Develop and implement operational plans and procedures in line with the overall operational plan, as well as project objectives.
• Coordinate the administrative and operational activities of the project team in the state.
• Work with the project team to Identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure organizational resources are used efficiently.
• Manage project resources, including logistics, procurement, and inventory, to ensure efficient and effective project operations.
• Monitor and manage, in collaboration with the finance team, the project’s budget, including tracking expenditures and ensuring adherence to financial policies and procedures.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, partners, and local communities, to ensure smooth implementation of project activities.
• Prepare periodic reports, in collaboration with state managers, on project activities, progress and challenges.
• Implement quality assurance measures and ensure compliance with project requirements, regulations, and standards at the state level.
• Negotiate, draw up, and implement contracts with vendors and project personnel.
• Manage relationships with other projects/businesses, suppliers, and manufacturers.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management Science, or a relevant field.
• At least three years of experience in operations, procurement, logistics, and administration, or a similar role, preferably in the agricultural or development space.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial management principles. Ability to monitor project expenses, analyze financial data, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Excellent communication, networking, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ability to quickly adapt to a fast-changing environment.
• Familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

Application Closing Date
29th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter as one document (PDF or Word) with complete contact details to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Applications will be reviewed, and online interviews will be conducted with shortlisted candidates before finalists are invited for on-site interviews.