Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Jobs: Vacancy for Head of Administration

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Jobs: Vacancy for Head of Administration

Our client is the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the apex regulator of the capital market in Nigeria. SEC’s mission is to develop and regulate a capital market that is dynamic, fair, transparent and efficient to contribute to the nation’s economic development. Having set some ambitious goals, the Organization is seeking highly motivated and result-oriented professionals to take up various leadership responsibilities:

JOB TITLE: Head of Administration (ES00583)
 

THE CANDIDATES:
 

The successful candidate will:

1. Reporting to the Executive Commissioner, Finance and Administration, 

2. The successful candidate will have oversight responsibility for the entire administrative functions in the Organisations, 

3. He/she will be responsible for the development and implementation of an effective and efficient administrative/operational system including logistics, procurement facilities management and health & safety services in the Organisation, 

Specifically; the candidate will:
 

1. Formulate, direct and co-ordinate the Organisation’s corporate services (excluding finance & human resources),

2. Provide direction and motivation to the team to deliver high level service to all internal customers and stakeholders,
 

3. Supervise administration, logistics, procurement and facilities management,
 

4. Coordinate activities of third party contractors/service providers and ensure they provide quality service within set time always,
 

5. Ensure appropriate filling systems and safekeeping of department’s data and documents
Initiate and execute annual budget and estimates for the department.

REQUIREMENTS:
 

1. A good first degree in Management Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain or any other relevant disciplines from a reputable institution. A relevant postgraduate degree will be an advantage,
 

2. Membership of relevant professional bodies is desirable,
 

3. Minimum of fifteen (15) years’ post-qualification experience in Administration/Corporate services in a public or private sector organisation,
 

4. Practical understanding of logistics and support functions essential to corporate goals.

PERSONAL SKILLS:
 

In addition, eligible candidates for this position
 

1. Strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills in both formal and informal settings with key stakeholders,
 

2. Excellent leadership, planning and organization, as well as people management skills,
 

3. Excellent relationship management and strategic networking skills at the highest level in both private and public sectors,
 

4. High sense of responsibility, accountability and dependability,
 

5. Proficiency in the use of computer applications.

NOTE:

• SEC is an equal opportunity employer;

• Federal Character Principle on quota system will apply in short-listing candidates for the various positions; and

• Pre-employment background checks will be carried out on candidates before making offers.

HOW TO APPLY:
 

To apply, please quote the reference number as the subject of your e-mail and send your current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document, and saved with your full names), a statement of how you meet our selection criteria, and the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements and abilities to us at: recruitment@ng.kpmg.com on or before 21st December 2010.