Facility Manager at an International School - Janchine Nigeria Limited

Janchine Nigeria Limited - Our client, an International School, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Facility Manager

Location: Maitama, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Our client is seeking to hire a dedicated and experienced facility manager to join her team at an international school.
• As a Site Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facility and supporting the educational mission of our institution.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist students, parents, staff, and visitors entering the school, directing them to the appropriate locations or personnel.
• Manage and supervise all aspects of the school's facilities, including maintenance, repairs, and renovations
• Oversee custodial staff, ensuring that the cleanliness of the campus is maintained at all times
• Develop and implement security protocols to ensure the safety of students, staff, and visitors
• Coordinate with other departments to support the delivery of educational programs and extracurricular activities
• Conduct regular inspections to identify any facility-related issues and coordinate timely resolutions
• Collaborate with external vendors and contractors to manage repairs and maintenance projects
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, expenses, and equipment inventories
• Maintain a clean and tidy school environment, ensuring it is well-stocked with necessary supplies
• Coordinate the scheduling and use of school facilities for meetings, events, and other activities, ensuring spaces are prepared and accessible as needed.
• Assist in the coordination and communication during school events, parent-teacher conferences, and other activities, including distributing materials and information.
• Facilitate emergency response communication, serving as a point of contact for the dissemination of information and instructions during drills or actual emergencies.
• Maintain strong communication between staff and internal or external stakeholders
• Be flexible, adaptable to change, and perform all duties related to the general job function as assigned by supervisors. Performs duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed by supervisors.
• Attends staff meetings, trainings and professional deveopment as required.
• Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision goals and priorities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven 5-10 years experience in facility management, preferably in an educational setting

Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a diverse team.
• Strong organizational and time management with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations
• Proficiency in using computerized maintenance management software
• Passion for education and a commitment to promoting the values and vision of our International school.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a diverse variety of people and groups.
• Knowledge of computer network operations, Microsoft OfficePrograms: Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, or other comparable or similar software.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Flexibility to adapt to changing needs and priorities.
• Abilty to meet deadlines, assign tasks, and meet established goals and objectives.
• Customer service oriented
• Good general health, clean in attire and professional in appearance.
• Ability to be punctual and maintain regular attendance.

Application Closing Date
19th April, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.