Our client is a start-up Management consulting firm, focused on Anti-corruption, Compliance and Business Integrity. Their highly innovative and resourceful team of very experienced partners is driven by an enduring commitment to provide relevant services to Multilateral agencies globally, but Africa centred. The client desires applications from highly experienced, talented, passionate and motivated professionals for the position detailed below.
Job Objectives and Primary Responsibilities
To achieve set operational efficiency goals, the Office Manager is tasked with organising and coordinating business and administrative duties, as well as creating and maintaining a conducive professional environment, ensuring high levels of organizational effectiveness, communication and safety. The Office Manager will be in charge of the day-to-day management and administration of all company facilities, including office infrastructure maintenance and access control. Other key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Managing and maintaining the office regarding cleaning, security and other services
Handling required office equipment, supplies, resources and bills
Planning, coordinating, scheduling and managing business meetings, appointments and other official activities
Providing general support to visitors and clients
Assisting in the on-boarding process for new hires when necessary and assisting them to achieve their objectives
Implementing and ensuring compliance to company policies
Handling special projects including preparation of proposals that are related to the partnership’s business areas.
Perform any other roles that may be assigned by the partners

Educational/ Professional Qualification

At least a bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration, Law, Accounting, Marketing, Organizational management, Economics or any other degree in the Social Sciences
Good knowledge of Word Processing, Excel and Power Point applications amongst other relevant software applications.
Holders of relevant professional qualifications who do not possess a first degree, who have relevant post qualification experience, may be considered.

Work Experience, Skills and Competencies:

At least 5 years post qualification experience in administration, management, marketing, chartered secretary-ship and/or law
Leadership skills to motivate and support employees in their daily tasks.
Attention to detail     
Organization skills to enable him/her manage workload and multitask
Computer and applications skills
Understanding of best practices in administration and management.
Emotional intelligence
Excellent Communication, Interpersonal and Presentation Skills

REMUNERATION:
Successful candidates will receive an attractive and competitive remuneration package and benefits in line with industry standards.