Opportunities at Construction Skills Training and Empowerment Project (C-STEMP), 15th November, 2019

The Construction Skills Training and Empowerment project (C-STEMP), was conceived and established by J. Hausen ltd., a real estate development firm, under the auspices of the Real Estate Developers Association (REDAN), based on the experience of severe shortage of skilled manpower constraining its operations and that of other developers and building contractors. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Chief Operating Officer Location: Abuja Job Type: Full Time Reports To: Executive Consultant/MD Supervises: All strategic business units, shared services, md’s executive asistant Role Summary

• As Chief Operating Officer, you will have the primary responsibility for leading the day-to-day operations of the organization, providing inspiration, technical and operational support to all units within the organization.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization
• Be available to brief the Executive Consultant and/or MD on operational matters for review in advance of meetings of the Board
• Attend meetings of the Board and its Committees and present information necessary or relevant to the Board or such Committee for discharging their duties
• Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices, excellence, team work and encourages individual integrity
• Maintain a positive work climate that is conducive to attracting, retaining and motivating a diverse group of top-quality employees at all levels
• Assess and manage the principal risks of the Company's business within operations (proposals, projects and staffing)
• In collaboration with the Executive Consultant, Project Coordinators, Finance Manager and HR and Admin Manager, drive the implementation of the organization’s interim management plan
• Assist the Executive Consultant in ensuring the attainment of the organization’s interim management objectives
• Keep the Executive Consultant fully informed in a timely and candid manner of the conduct of the day-to-day operations of the organization and of all material deviations from the goals or objectives and policies established by the Board
• With respect to operational matters, ensure communications, resolution of issues and project development
• Ensure the development of health and safety practices for the Company and oversee compliance with those practices
• Ensure that there is an effective succession plan in place for the COO position and other key executives of the Company reporting to the COO
• Evaluate the performance of senior executives of the Company reporting to the COO and
• Perform other functions related to the office of the COO or as may be requested by the CEO or the Board

• You are visionary with a genuine love for people. You understand Nigeria’s developmental challenges and have worked with others to drive impactful interventions.
• You are looking for an opportunity to drive organizational and social change.
• You possess the emotional maturity and requisite leadership skills to inspire and manage a diverse group of people. You are comfortable speaking in public, and meeting with high-level stakeholders to further agreed goals. You are dogged and result-oriented.

• 6 years cognate experience in a management role, leading a large, diverse group of people, managing several projects simultaneously
• Excellent organizational, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Emotional intelligence and maturity, strong people skills
• Computer literate and effective use of office productivity tools (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
• Able to make public presentations; excellent oral and written communication skills
• A proven track record of excellence, growth and impact
• Knowledge of global and continental development issues as relates to youth employment and experience managing large-scale interventions are a key advantage
• Ability to inspire, lead and manage people and resources
• Ability to plan and execute strategy

• You are passionate about people.
• You are strategic and have the technical experience required to design and deploy tools that drive efficiency and operational excellence.
• You are emotionally intelligent and possess the maturity and commitment to manage a diverse group of people.
• You are articulate, well turned out, assertive and possess strong leadership skills.
• You can work without supervision, are focused on results and adaptable to rapidly changing priorities.

• The HR and Admin Manager is responsible for the development of processes and metrics that support the achievement of CSTEMP’s goals.
• The individual who will play this role will be responsible for driving the design, development and ongoing implementation of policies that will ensure the efficient and sustainable running of the organization, its strategic business units, projects and initiatives.
• As HR and Admin Manager, you will be tasked with the responsibility of designing frameworks to help the organization attain its vision.
• You will also be responsible for developing talent recruitment, retention and succession strategies; and creating an enabling work environment - one that fosters ownership, collaboration and instills a strong sense of pride in CSTEMP’s employees and stakeholders.
• Beyond day-to day management of the HR and Admin unit, you will serve as a go-between senior management and the rest of the organization.

• Develop the organization’s talent management strategy and manage its implementation
• Anticipate the organization’s recruitment needs and maintain a steady pipeline of competent talent
• Create an effective onboarding and immersion program for the organization
• Drive the recruitment, selection and onboarding of new staff
• Design and manage the implementation of training and capacity building programs
• Design and administer compensation and benefits, performance management, safety and recreation programs
• Ensure the organization’s compliance to Nigeria’s labour laws
• Advise senior management on emerging issues in human resources such as diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity/pay, women issues, harassment etc. and recommend improvement areas
• Manage periodic performance reviews of all staff
• Maintain detailed records; prepare and present monthly/other periodic reports for the unit
• Work with the IT unit to articulate and automate key HR and Admin processes
• Oversee facility and ensure strict compliance to health and safety protocols
• Oversee company-wide document management processes
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 3 years cognate experience handling management-level responsibilities in non-profit, development or professional services sectors
• Track record of developing and implementing people-centered policies with measurable outcomes
• Deep knowledge of HR global best practices
• Ability to lead and manage a diverse, cross/multi-functional teams
• Ability to work leverage and exploit technology /productivity tools such as MS office, productivity apps and software
• Ability to read, write and speak effectively.

• You are a professional. You have a natural affinity for numbers and can think strategically about financial issues.
• You have a deep knowledge of global financial reporting standards and have worked in organizations where its principles are practiced.
• You work with a sense of urgency and understand how your unit drives overall organizational efficiency.
• You can work without supervision, are focused on results and adaptable to rapidly changing priorities.

• The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the financial management and accountability requirements of the organization.
• This position will drive the organization’s financial planning activities, assure the contractual integrity of all agreements entered into, work with HR and Admin to manage procurement, keep detailed records of revenue and expenditure and prepare and present financial reports.
• The Finance Manager will provide technical assistance to all strategic business units as well as senior management in developing and implementing financial procedures to ensure compliance to relevant regulations and the sustainability of the organization.

• Prepare budgets, cash flow forecasts, income statements, balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other financial documents as required
• Review the organization’s accounting processes and recommend improvements where necessary
• Keep scrupulous records of inflows and expenditure, ensuring accuracy and completeness at all times
• Ensure professional cash management of local bank accounts
• Process cash disbursements in accordance with financial management policies and established approval levels
• Process payroll, remit tax and other government contributions and reports to local agencies where necessary
• Responsible for full accounts payable function from procurement through payment of invoices
• Process employee expense reimbursements
• Manage disbursement of petty cash and project funds to Project Coordinators or their assigned representatives
• Ensure timely payment to all company payees and maintains sufficient and complete payee files
• Prepare and present monthly/Quarterly/Annual financial reports for the company, containing budget to actual expenditure information.
• Perform month-end closing and year-end duties such as reconciliations, inventory lists, etc.
• Liaise with HR and Admin to manage all procurement for the organization
• Prepare and submits reports and filings in compliance with federal and state regulations
• Conduct internal audit of accounts working closely with Project Coordinators
• Work with External Auditors and Tax consultants to audit the organizations accounts
• Provide technical assistance to Project Coordinators for budget preparation, implementation, control and review purposes.
• Carry out any other tasks as assigned by the COO and MD.

• A background in Accounting, Banking and Finance or Economics is a requirement for this role
• 4 years cognate experience in a management role with track record of handling multiple accounts and a sizeable budget
• Must possess relevant certifications and belong to relevant professional associations
• Knowledge of Peachtree/QuickBooks/Sage multi-currency accounting software
• Strong organizational, critical thinking, problem-solving and leadership skills
• Ability to multi-task, work with minimal supervision and manage people and resources
• Computer literate and intermediate use of office productivity tools (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)