Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency (LASURA) Vacancy for a General Manager

Lagos State Government - Applications are invited from suitable qualified candidates for appointment for the post of:


Job Title: General Manager, Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency (LASURA)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The General Manager will be responsible for the execution of the State Governments policies on Urban Renewal by providing an efficient and effective management / leadership that would facilitate increased access to basic urban services through investment in critical infrastructure.
• The General Manager would also be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the affairs of the Agency.

• Provide leadership and ensure efficient and effective management of staff and resources in the Agency;
• Develop a robust plan for sourcing of funds from development partners for up-grading programmes in the State;
• Implement State Government policies and programmes for urban renewal in the State;
• Maximize staff performances through modern HR mechanisms of goal setting, performance appraisal, performance review and feedback;
• Develop a practical guide to designing, planning and executing city-wide slum upgrade programmes in the state.
• Formulate strategies for up to date identification, monitoring, coordination and implementation of Urban Renewal programmes in identified slum areas;
• Ensure effective and efficient management of acquired properties in urban renewal schemes;
• Develop a community relations strategy between the State Government and Community Based Organizations (CBOs) in the identified slum areas;

• Relevant Academic /Professional Qualification and a minimum of 15 years post qualification cognate experience in urban renewal.

• Demonstrate ability to drive organizational values through implementation of State Government policies in Urban Renewal;
• Be capable of making critical and timely decisions;
• Be computer literate and demonstrate sufficient knowledge and ability to work with relevant geo- technology applications.
• Possess .personal integrity, an analytical mind, planning and organizing skills, an eye for essential details and problem solving skills;
• Demonstrate extensive understanding of global best practice in Urban Renewal;
• Possess excellent presentation oral and written communication skills;