Operations Manager at Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC)

The Operations Manager is expected to take a lead role in setting the company on a strong foundation and work closely with the CEO in all aspects of company development.

Roles for the Operations Manager Job

• Manage the day-to-day operations of Hydroponics Africa under the direction of the CEO
• Oversee all operational processes relating to production, product installation, training, and maintenance
• Assessment of current operations and development of standard operating procedures in a new Operations Manual
• Implementation of Operations procedures throughout the organization
• Ensure service delivery of Hydroponics Africa systems is carried out in a cost effective and timely manner with respect to specifications and quality requirements.
• Promote continued improvement of operational systems, processes and best practices that guarantee organizational well-being, procurement of supplies, plan inventory and ensure storehouse efficiency
• Contribute towards achievement of company’s strategic and operational objectives
• Examine financial data and together with other departments (Business Development Manager and Head Accountant) use it to improve profitability
• Perform quality control and monitor production KPIs
• Recruit, train, supervise and appraise human resources in the department

Operations Manager Job Qualifications

• Proven work experience of at least 5 years as operations manager in similar organizations
• Extensive experience with organizational effectiveness and operations management
• Ability to build and manage teams and run efficient operations
• Self-motivated individual with an ability to work independently
• Budget development and oversight experience
• Working knowledge of budgets and forecasts
• IT skills (minimum full Microsoft Office Suite)
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Leadership and organizational skills
• Degree in Agriculture or related field. Masters degree is an added advantage.

Desired start:

As soon as possible