School Operations Manager at HR-EX Consulting

HR-EX Consulting partners with small businesses looking for affordable HR professional advisory and services. In practice, we operate as an outsourced HR department and provide professional HR services for small businesses for a fraction of the cost of hiring a full-time staff.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: School Operations Manager

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the school’s daily operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient environment conducive to learning.
• This role combines operational management with accounting and administrative responsibilities, requiring a versatile individual who can manage resources, support staff, and maintain financial oversight.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Oversee daily operations of the school, including scheduling, resource allocation, and facilities management to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
• Staff Support: Collaborate with educators and support staff to enhance operational efficiency and address any challenges that arise.
• Financial Oversight: Manage the school’s budget, including monitoring expenses, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
• Accounting Functions: Perform accounting duties such as invoicing, and maintaining accurate financial records; coordinate with external auditors when necessary.
• Administrative Duties: Monitor administrative tasks, including maintaining pupil records, managing enrollment processes, and ensuring compliance with standard regulations.
• Policy Implementation: Collaborate with Human Resources to implement operational policies and procedures that will improve efficiency and effectiveness in school management.
• Parents Engagement: Foster positive relationships with parents and address inquiries and concerns promptly.
• Data Management: Utilize data to inform decision-making, track performance metrics, and support strategic planning efforts.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure that the school adheres to health, safety, and educational standards; conduct regular audits and assessments.
• Required to work collaboratively across teams to achieve its objectives.

Qualifications and Experience required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in school operations, administration, and accounting.
• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to foster a collaborative team environment.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of educational regulations and compliance requirements.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.