Head of Operations at Seismic Consulting Group

Seismic Consulting Group Limited is a multidisciplinary advisory and innovation firm committed to delivering data-driven, tech-enabled, and impact-focused solutions to global development challenges. With core competencies spanning consultancy, technology, vocational education, infrastructure, fintech, and artificial intelligence, Seismic operates at the intersection of innovation and development to serve governments, donor agencies, and the private sector.

Our flagship innovation hub, the Seismic AI Lab, pioneers applied research and digital tools that enhance decision-making and service delivery in sectors such as education, governance, health, and financial inclusion. As a mission-driven company, Seismic combines the operational rigor of international consulting firms with the agility of a tech startup, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction across all engagements.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Operations

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

Summary

• The Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring efficient, compliant, and scalable operational systems to support the successful implementation of Seismic Consulting Group’s consultancy, technology, and development initiatives—including the Seismic AI Lab.
• The role ensures operational excellence in line with World Bank, USAID, and other donor-funded project standards, ensuring that Seismic’s projects are delivered with efficiency, innovation, and measurable impact, following models adopted by RTI International and GOPA Consultants.

Responsibilities
Strategic Operations & Compliance Oversight:

• Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) aligned with World Bank, USAID, and multilateral agency operational requirements.
• Ensure organizational compliance with donor regulations, contract management policies, and audit standards.
• Translate the CEO’s strategic priorities into executable operational work plans with defined performance metrics.

Service Delivery Coordination:

• Coordinate operations across all consultancy units and the Seismic AI Lab to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor project workflows to ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and donor compliance standards.
• Implement quality assurance frameworks based on international consulting best practices.

Financial & Risk Management Support:

• Support the CFO in developing annual operational budgets and cost-tracking mechanisms compliant with donor cost principles (e.g., USAID 2 CFR 200, World Bank FM guidelines).
• Implement risk management frameworks for operational and project delivery functions.

Technology & Knowledge Management:

• Drive the adoption of AI, ERP, and digital tools for operational efficiency, project tracking, and reporting.
• Ensure institutional knowledge capture and dissemination across teams and projects.

Business Development & Proposal Support:

• Collaborate with the Business Development Team to prepare operational inputs for bids, proposals, and Expressions of Interest (EOIs).
• Develop cost-efficient operational frameworks to support multi-country and multi-sector projects.

People & Organizational Development:

• Work with HR to manage talent acquisition, onboarding, and continuous professional development of operational staff.
• Foster a performance-driven culture emphasizing accountability, efficiency, and donor compliance.

Salary
N500,000 Monthly.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Application Deadline 16th August, 2025.