Manager, Real Estate and Administration (General Office Services) – HQ & Regional Offices at African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)

Job Title: Manager, Real Estate and Administration (General Office Services) – HQ & Regional Offices

About Job

• Managing office services across all group locations, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with global standards.
• This role involves overseeing office operations, expansion projects, and development initiatives while providing strategic support to senior management.
• The Global and Shared Services Specialist will also lead efforts in training and development, implementing office policies, and managing relationships with external vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure the smooth functioning of all offices.

Responsibilities
Global and Shared Office Services:

• Oversee the consistency of office services across all group locations, ensuring alignment with global standards.
• Lead and manage office services across all group locations, ensuring consistency and high standards, including but not limited to; setting up office services systems, providing training to new staff, setting the documentation process for all projects, supervising the launching phase of all office locations, etc.
• Ensure all offices are equipped with the necessary resources and technology to support daily operations.
• Develop and implement office policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Foster a positive workplace culture that promotes teamwork, productivity, and employee satisfaction.
• Coordinate and collaborate with regional office managers to ensure compliance with global standards.
• Oversee health, safety, and security policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Manage budgets and allocate resources effectively across all office locations.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with external vendors and service providers.
• Ensure full compliance with local regulations and standards across all office locations.
• Effectively report and respond to any challenges or issues that might occur in all office locations.
• Oversee the planning, development, and management of new office spaces.
• Lead and support projects related to office relocations, expansions, and renovations.
• Identify and implement best practices in office management to drive continuous improvement.

Director Real Estate and Administration Office:

• Provide strategic support and insight into daily operations and projects.
• Monitor and oversee key operational activities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and communication liaison between D-ADMI and internal/external stakeholders.
• Coordinate and manage special projects and initiatives, ensuring timely execution and delivery.
• Conduct research, analyze data, and prepare reports or presentations to facilitate decision-making processes.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, board members, and clients.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Assist in managing the calendar, appointments, and travel arrangements as needed.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency in daily operations and administrative functions.

Others:

• Perform other duties as required by the nature of the position and/ or as requested by management.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree in Business Administration or any related field.
• Certifications: Specialized training in administration, support services, or relevant areas is an added advantage.

Knowledge & Experience:
Experience Required:

• Total Years of Experience: 6–10 years.
• Experience in the Same Field/Department: 4–6 years.
• Experience in the Same Position: 2–4 years.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Experience in clerical activities is an added advantage.

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is no 6th March, 2025. Qualified and interested candidates should send their updated Resume to:  [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted. It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy.

Official Job Website https://www.afreximbank.com/

Note: Please ensure to include the job title in the email subject line for proper consideration.