About the Role
The Project Director will support the Managing Director and senior leadership team in delivering key organisational priorities. The role involves close collaboration with leadership, acting as a strategic partner, executor and advisor.
The position requires strong programme management skills, analytical thinking and broad technical knowledge across finance, operations and supply chain. The successful candidate will oversee execution of strategic initiatives and ensure efficient daily operations aligned with leadership priorities.
Location
Katsina
Employment Type
Full-time
Key Responsibilities
Programme Coordination:
- Manage and update operational calendars.
- Track and follow up on decisions and action points from leadership.
- Attend team meetings to monitor activities and align functions.
- Review and assign enquiries directed to the Managing Director.
- Support effective decision-making processes.
Performance Improvement:
- Coordinate execution of strategic initiatives.
- Prepare business performance reports, market analysis and insights.
- Support planning processes including budgets and forecasts.
- Analyse variances and provide recommendations.
- Convert business needs into technical solutions using data tools.
- Develop dashboards and reports for performance tracking.
- Monitor departmental spending against budgets.
Operational Oversight:
- Supervise the School Inspection team.
- Ensure compliance with organisational policies and standards.
- Monitor school operations including facilities, personnel and processes.
Other Duties:
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Managing Director.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from a reputable institution with strong academic results.
- Advanced degree (e.g. MBA) is an advantage.
- Minimum of 5 years’ senior-level experience with proven achievements.
- Experience in consulting, finance or start-up environments.
- Strong project management and organisational skills.
- Good knowledge of strategy, operations, HR, finance and supply chain.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and presentation tools.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork ability.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Application Closing Date
Not specified
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