Head of Operations Job in Nairobi Kenya


Position: Head of Operations

Location: 
Nairobi

Industry: Cleaning

Our client seeks a qualified Head of Operations to implement company policies and to provide leadership to the operations staff, ensuring that they share and reflect the company’s mission, values and aspiration.

We are looking for an individual who has worked at a senior management level and must have foresight, management focus and a firm grasp of the operational realities of the cleaning industry.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide effective leadership to the Department in fulfilling its mission as determined by the Board.
  • Ensure that the Board is fully engaged in all strategic decisions which affect the Department and implement the decisions of the Board.
  • As the Accounting Officer for the Department, ensure that the Board is advised if its actions or policies are compatible with the financial plans, with the Department’s financial regulations and procedures.
  • Organize, direct and manage the Department and lead the staff, providing inspiring and motivating leadership to the operations team
  • Promote discipline and good conduct and encourage commitment of staff, leading by example.
  • Contribute to the training & development of staff to ensure the effective implementation of policies and systems agreed by the senior management team.
  • Prepare annual estimates of expenditure for consideration and approval by the Board and manage the budget and resources within the estimates approved by the Board.
  • Ensure that there is proper and effective operation of financial, planning and management controls.
  • Co-operate with colleagues in the senior management team to ensure that the Department offers the highest quality service to its clients and foster a culture of excellence and innovation.
  • Develop and maintain quality standards appropriate and consistent with the company’s quality policy.
Qualifications/experience
  • A Degree in Business administration/management or a related field from a recognized institution
  • A master’s degree and a diploma in hotel management or housekeeping and laundry will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum 5 years relevant experience in a recognized institution in a senior management position.
  • Track record of achievements in previous engagements with excellent knowledge of the rules governing higher education
  • Good leadership skills and business acumen
If you meet the mentioned job criteria kindly send your CV and application to recruit@humantalentrecruit.com before 25th April, 2013.

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