Operations Associate at Cytonn Investments

Job description

Responsibilities

• Guidance on the research towards identifying the best locations to develop the institute and the analysis on the financial viability of developing the Institute on the locations Identified;
• Develop and follow through on work plans towards the development and management of operations of the Institutes that have been approved for implementation by the Board;
• Perform continuous and timely updates to the Business Manager and other stakeholders of Cytonn Institute of Building Technology on the progress on the development and operations of Cytonn School;
• Developing and implementation of operational processes, procedures and manuals for the Institute;
• Assist in the process of talent acquisition and personnel management; including the development of roles, recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new staff;
• Perform continuous research in the education sector to ensure that Cytonn’s investment decision and expansion plans in the sector are data driven; and
• Any other duties as may be prescribed from time to time

Requirements

• Must have 4+ years in a high-performing professional setting working on demanding analytical projects; ideally having worked in a Junior Management role e.g. (Head of Operations, Growth and Expansion Manager etc.); Having worked in a setting of a similar institution is an added advantage;
• A minimum of B+ in KCSE, or equivalent. At least a Second Class Upper Division Degree in Engineering, Building Technology, Business, Human Resource Management, or a related field is preferred
• Must have relevant experience and passion for education;
• Must demonstrate strong skills in research and analysis, organizational development, personnel management, and project planning;
• Should demonstrate experience in financial modelling, planning and analysis related to educational institutions;
• Should be flexible and able to multi-task; can work within a multi-cultural, fast-moving environment, while demonstrating resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people/systems;
• Should demonstrate ability to cultivate and manage productive relationships with team members, public officials, other staff, and the community;
• Demonstrate ability to express ideas clearly, verbally and in writing;
• Strong computer skills, including high level of proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word;
• Ability to work independently, problem solve, and be persistent;
• Creativity, entrepreneurial, and a self-driven attitude towards work;
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to the mission of the School;
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a bias to a sense of urgency;
• Basic knowledge of legal and regulatory issues governing educational institutions.