State Admin/Operations Manager at Tractrac MSL

Tractrac MSL is an agricultural mechanization service intervention aimed at enhancing access of smallholder farmers to affordable and sustainable mechanization services in five states in Nasarawa State.

Job Title: State Admin/Operations Manager

Location: Nasarawa

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides operational and technical expertise to drive all the support components for the Project delivery and implementation for each state.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and technical expertise to support the overall project delivery and implementation in the state.
• Develop and implement operational plans and procedures in line with the overall operational plan, as well as project objectives.
• Coordinate the administrative and operational activities of the project team in the state.
• Work with the project team to Identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure organizational resources are used efficiently.
• Manage project resources, including logistics, procurement, and inventory, to ensure efficient and effective project operations.
• Monitor and manage, in collaboration with the finance team, the project’s budget, including tracking expenditures and ensuring adherence to financial policies and procedures.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, partners, and local communities, to ensure smooth implementation of project activities.
• Prepare periodic reports, in collaboration with state managers, on project activities, progress and challenges.
• Implement quality assurance measures and ensure compliance with project requirements, regulations, and standard at the state level.
• Negotiate, draw-up, and implement contracts with vendors and project personnel.
• Manage relationships with other projects/businesses, suppliers, and manufacturers.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Management Science, or a relevant field.
• At least three years of experience in operations, procurement, logistics, and administration, or a similar role, preferably in the agricultural or development space.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial management principles. Ability to monitor project expenses, analyse financial data, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Excellent communication, networking, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ability to quickly adapt in a fast-changing environment.
• Familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

Application Closing Date
20th November, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.