Afex Group, a Lonrho
company, provides camp construction, catering, management and logistics support
to the Oil and Gas, Mining, UN and NGO sectors in some ofthe most remote and
hostile corners of Africa.
The AFEX Team is
dedicated to ensuring clients have peace of mind that their projects will run
on schedule and to budget with their personnel being cared for to the
international standard.
The company wishes to
recruit competent, innovative and self-driven persons to fill the following
positions:
Procurement Manager
The Procurement Manager will be reporting to the Chief Executive Officer.
Key Responsibilities:
- To
update and implement company’s Procurement Policy and Procurement Manual.
- Be
responsible for carrying out procurement functions in accordance with the
procedures specified and ensuring that ethical policies are adhered to.
- Coordinate
the preparation of procurement documents, utilizing sound sustainable
procurement practices, while adhering to company policies and current
legislation.
- Assist
line managers and departments in all aspects of procurement.
- Verify
payments due and submit the same to finance department.
- Prepare
and submit monthly reports to the management.
- To
monitor and evaluate suppliers on a regular basis.
Requirements:
- A
minimum of a first degree in procurement and logistics.
- Professional
qualifications will be an added advantage.
- A
minimum of 5 years experience.
- Possess
well-developed communication, organizational, leadership and interpersonal
skills.
- High
degree of professional integrity and strong ability to work
collaboratively and effectively in a team based multi-cultural
environment.
- Capacity
to work under pressure and meet tight schedules under minimum supervision.
Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
The successful candidate will be responsible for the general office management and administrative duties.
Key Responsibilities:
- General
office administration.
- Maintaining
the CEO’s diary.
- Managing
routine correspondence, maintaining confidential documents and ensure
systematic filing of all records.
- Making
travel arrangements for the CEO.
- Preparation
and attendance of meetings, taking minutes and ensuring provision of
back-up material.
- Assisting
the CEO in the day to day running of the company and managing the office
in his absence.
- Supporting
all marketing events and activities.
Requirements:
- A
minimum of a first degree in relevant field.
- Good
computer skills.
- Minimum
of 5 years experience in a similar position with good organizational
skills.
- Excellent
team player with the ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Ability
to demonstrate leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability
to work in a multi-cultural environment.
Camp Manager
The Camp Manager will be responsible for the entire camp management that includes coordinating and overseeing the day to day operations, maintenance, personnel and services at assigned camp ensuring quality to the customer.
The Camp Manager will directly report to the Country Head.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure
that the camp activities are carried out optimally and safely within the
set standards.
- Ensure
company policies are properly implemented.
- Ensure
that the company meets its short and long term business objectives through
implementation and review of appropriate strategies and objectives.
- Interact
closely with the company’s clients, regulators and government bodies.
- Attend
to issues brought up by clients and resolve them.
- Oversee
equipment and material within assigned area of responsibility and ensure
facilities are well maintained.
- Overall
supervision of camp staff by monitoring their schedules and daily
assignments.
- Ensure
personal hygiene standards, uniform code and code of behaviour among all
camp staff.
- Provide
leadership and direction to Department/Section Managers/Supervisors
- To implement
training programs.
Requirements:
- A
minimum of a first degree in relevant field.
- A
minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position with good
organizational skills.
- Good
knowledge of HACCP Food Handling procedures and QHSE standards.
- General
knowledge of some of the following areas is highly desired: operations and
maintenance, food service, logistics and inventory management, waste
management, and/or contracts.
- Sound
management background displaying ability to staff, organize, lead and
manage a diverse work force larger than 100 people.
- Willingness
to travel and work in various locations.
- Willingness
to work extended hours in support of 24 X 7 operations.
- Good
computer skills.
- Excellent
team player with the ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Ability
to demonstrate leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
Applicants for the following position are also encouraged:
Chef - well versed in all departments and camp experience.
Applicants meeting the
above requirements should send their applications and a detailed Curriculum
Vitae giving names and contact details of three referees by 27th March 2013 to
careersafexgroupcom.
NB: Please include the
Position Title you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
