Senior Operations Manager
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Operations Leadership
- Translate organizational strategy into effective operational plans and systems
- Lead the development and continuous improvement of operational processes to enhance efficiency and impact
- Monitor and report on operational performance against set goals and KPIs
- Ensure implementation of audit recommendations and continuous operational improvements
Procurement, ICT and Operations Oversight:
- Provide strategic oversight of procurement, ICT, logistics, fleet, security, and administration functions
- Ensure procurement processes are compliant, transparent, and deliver value for money
- Oversee supply chain management including sourcing, inventory, asset management, and distribution
- Strengthen ICT systems, ensuring reliability, data integrity, and user support
- Maintain and optimize ERP systems to meet organizational and user needs
- Oversee logistics operations including fleet management, security coordination, and facility operations
Asset and administrative oversight:
- Ensure efficient utilization and safeguarding of organizational assets and resources in their department
- Oversee facilities management to maintain safe, functional, and compliant work environments
- Drive cost-efficiency and accountability in resource allocation and utilization
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Risk mitigation and controls:
- Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational policies
- Lead risk identification, mitigation, and monitoring in their department
- Promote environmental sustainability initiatives, including Green Office practices
- Ensure workplace safety standards are upheld, fostering a safe and compliant work environment
Leadership and People Management:
- Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management for the Operations team
- Build a high-performing, accountable, and collaborative team culture
- Identify capacity gaps and support staff development and training initiatives
- Work closely with People & Culture to address staff engagement and performance issues
Process Improvement:
- Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements across departments
- Introduce systems, tools, and technologies that enhance productivity and service delivery
- Champion innovation and continuous improvement within the operations function
Education and Experience Profile
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, ICT, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in operations management, preferably in an NGO or development context
- Professional certification (e.g., ICPAK, ACCA, Procurement/Supply Chain, ICT certifications) is an added advantage
- Strong understanding of procurement systems, ICT infrastructure, and operational compliance
- Experience managing ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics Business Central is an advantage)
- Proven experience in managing multi-functional teams and complex operations
Method of application
If you are interested and qualified, kindly submit your application via the link provided below,
https://lwala.org/career/senior-operations-manager/?utm_source=Jobinkenya
Deadline 23rd April 2026.