Chief Operations Officer at Rise Networks

Rise Networks

Rise Networks is a Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Powered Learning, Research and Work Readiness Center working to improve the skill set of young professionals for industry fitness in the evolving digital world of work. We’re leveraging deep technologies and disruptive innovation to build progressive Careers and a first-rate National Workforce capable of driving the digital transformation and economic growth for Companies, Communities and Countries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Operations Officer

Location: Lagos

Detailed Description

• We are looking for an experienced Chief Operating Officer to oversee our organization’s ongoing operations and procedures.
• You will be the company’ssecond-in-command and responsible for the efficiency of our Organization.
• The COO role is a key member of the senior management team, reporting only to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
• You’ll have tomaintain control of diverse business operations, so weexpect you to bean experienced and efficient leader. If you also have excellent people skills, business acumen and exemplary work ethic, we’d like to meet you.
• The goal of the COO position is to secure the functionality of business to drive extensive and sustainable growth.
• Our Chief Operations Officer who should ideally have a Tech or Computer Science Background will be responsible for supervising the implementation of the Vision, Policies, Programs and Best practice guidelines of the Organization in addition to overseeing all Projects, Programs, Services, Products and Events while providing Direction for the entire Organization and all its team Members.
• This Person Will Plan, direct, and oversee our Organization’s operational policies, rules, initiatives, and goals and will take charge of executing the long-term and short-term plans and directives by implementing judgement, vision, management, and leadership.
• Our COO will be second in the chain of command and will be tasked with overseeing the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of our Organization and will report directly to the CEO.
• The COO will handle all Internal affairs, while the CEO is the public face of the company, and thereby handles all outward-facing communication.

Responsibilities

• Our COO who is expected to be the change agent, who spearheads new initiatives will mainly focus on developing and executing the company’s business plan, according to the established business model, initiate the rollout of new product lines, will oversee research and development and marketing and must have the technical know-how to manage the different stages of the Organization’s Growth and Development.
• He or she will design our operations strategies, communicate policies to employees, and help human resources (HR) build our core teams.
• Design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures
• Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth
• Establish policies that promote company culture and vision
• Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of executives (IT, Marketing, Sales, Finance etc.)
• Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication
• Evaluate performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics
• Write and submit reports to the CEO in all matters of importance
• Assist CEO in fundraising ventures
• Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances etc.).

Requirements

• Our Ideal COO should typically have extensive experience within the field in which Rise Networks operates and should have worked in positions in which they’ve been responsible for directing multiple departments.
• Proven experience as Chief Operating Office or relevant role
• Understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, marketing etc.
• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development
• Experience in fundraising will be a plus
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
• Working knowledge of IT/Business infrastructure and MS Office
• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills
• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
• B.Sc / BA in Business Administration or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus
• Resourcefulness, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Leadership skills
• Advanced technology skills set and a demonstrated history and knowledge of the Tech Industry is Crucial.

Application Closing Date
16th December, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a one-paged Cover Letter, Recent Resume with the position they are applying for as email Subject to: [email protected]