The Operations Lead will support the development and implementation of APHF operations, building the finance, budgeting, HR, IT, office management, and legal teams. As the Foundation grows, the Operations Lead will help maintain a strong culture of honesty, a drive for constant improvement, diversity and inclusion, active listening to partners, and attentive and dedicated management at all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate is passionate about building a great organization and comfortable with a fluid role in a dynamic environment. Initially, the Operations Lead will report to the CEO until the Head of Operations comes onboard.
As a new organization, staff are empowered to start new programs, institute best practices, and develop traditions that will define their experiences and those of their colleagues in the years to come. Innovation and entrepreneurship are valued and will be essential to the Foundation’s success. In addition to providing training, management-level advice, and mentoring, staff are supported to learn by positioning them as core members of program teams to drive public health impact.Responsibilities
Setup and strengthen operating systems, tools, and processes such as finance, budgeting, reporting, planning, auditing, HR, IT, and other office management activities as needed
Ensure all legal and regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with laws and regulations
Build alliances and partnerships with other organizations
Support the administrative needs of the CEO/Head of Operations
Coordinate all details related to recruitment
Develop performance appraisal criteria and support the appraisal process for employees
Coach, manage and support junior team members under your supervision, ensuring that the junior team members have defined work plans
Any other tasks as directed by the CEO/Head of OperationsEssential Qualifications and Experience
A Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a relevant field of study
Minimum 5 years of experience in management, specifically the management of vendors, people, and talent, and contracts
Strong planning and project management skills related to setting and monitoring goals, developing plans and timelines, and measuring success
Professionalism and demonstrated experience working
with senior officials in the public or private sector
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and coach/manage junior team members
Superior knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles, including finance, employee management, and negotiations
Demonstrated fluency in English speaking and writing skills, proficiency in other AU official languages is a plus
Desirable qualifications and experience
Experience in working with a variety of donors in different sectors, including philanthropy and the private sector
Ability to streamline and implement new structures and roles that create speed, efficiency, and support rapidly shifting business demands
Experience of working in different national and regional contexts in AfricaRemuneration
APHF intends to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which will be commensurate with the experience of the successful candidate.Join Our Team
This will be a full-time position based in Nairobi. We will consider sponsoring applications for work authorization for exceptional candidates.
As part of our dedication to equal employment opportunity and the diversity of our staff, APHF does not discriminate based on race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or any other basis. We especially encourage applications from women.How to Apply
Please submit your application to
recruitment@aphf.africa by 20th January 2021. Your application should include a resume and cover letter. Candidates selected for interviews will be invited for interviewing rounds to test their skills and to discuss their interests and experience. Candidates may be asked to come for interviews in-person at the APHF office, particularly in later stages of the interviewing rounds.
