Administration Manager

Job Description

*****THIS ROLE HAS BEEN FILLED: APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED****
 
Vision & Purpose

The purpose of the role is to help the Bank achieve its mission of “stimulating a consistent expansion of and diversification of African trade so as to rapidly increase Africa’s share of global trade, while operating as a first classprofit orientedsocially responsible financial institution and a centre of excellence in African trade matters” by providing the Bank professional administrative management services and coordinating the Bank’s business continuity management activities.  

 
Nature & Scope

The successful candidate will coordinate the Bank’s business continuity management and ensure seamless delivery of a range of general support services for the Bank’s Cairo Headquarters and Branch offices. The successful candidate will provide the strategic, tactical and operational integrated general management services necessary to ensure seamless business operations.

 
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Corporate Procurement
  • Business Continuity Services
  • General Support Services

Personal Specification

Skills, Knowledge and Attitude
  • A relevant first degree and a post-graduate degree from a leading University in either Economics, Commerce, Procurement, Finance, Accounting, Law, Business Administration or other disciplines relevant to the position.
  • Sound general management experience of at least 8 years in a similar senior role with a leading large commercial and or internationally recognized organization.
  • Demonstrable organizational, leadership and planning skills.
Competencies and Attributes
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of the Bank’s other working languages is an added advantage (French, Arabic and Portuguese).
  • Proven experience in local and international procurement including ability to successfully carryout complex procurements.
  • Ability to work with suppliers and build long term competitive supply relationships.
  • Ability to analyze data and give presentations to all levels of management.
  • The candidate must demonstrate experience and knowledge of managing support services in a fairly complex environment. Knowledge of computerized support services systems is desirable. Proven experience in corporate travel and tourism management. 
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including ability to organize and manage human resources to attain goals.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and positive business impact.
  • Excellent customer service skills and willingness to work long hours.

Employer

Sector

Banking & Finance

Function

Country

Job Level

Mid-Senior Level

Salary

Competitive