Programme Description

Deloitte is leading a power sector transformation programme which has been established by a development agency to support reform within Ghana’s power sector. The objective of programme is to expand supply of and access to affordable and reliable grid-connected electricity services in West Africa through a range of technical assistance, capacity building, and transactional support to advance Power Africa’s objectives in selected countries in the West Africa region.

Job Description
Position Description

The Office Manager will be responsible for working closely with the Deputy Chief of Party and the Finance Manager to oversee all aspects of the project’s administrative, operations, and finance activities.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce project policies, protocols, and procedures relating to time and expense reporting, finance, accounting, human resources, travel, staffing, procurement, and other operations activities in alignment with our client and Deloitte policies and procedures
• Assist in preparing reports and deliverables including accrual reports, burn rate projections, quarterly reports, annual reports, and responding to other ad hoc reporting requests
• Oversee human resource management functions for local staff including obtaining appropriate approvals and vetting, negotiating salaries, collecting required documentation, and employment contract execution
• Manage procurement of goods and services in compliance with our clients and Deloitte policies and procedures
• Support travel coordination and event management
• Maintain timeliness and quality control process for relevant deliverables and financial management processes
• Coordinate effective office operations including overseeing office supply Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and oversight of team members as required

Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc., B.A., B.Eng./B. Tech., etc.)
• Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 10 years cognate experience

Required Skills

• Experience leading operations, administration, and financial activities in the region
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong ability to write, communicate and prepare engagement materials clearly in English. French language skills preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and produce concise, accurate and impartial reports, narratives, summaries and recommendations
• Communicate, verbally and in writing, scientific and technical terminology into terms understandable to the general public
• Work independently within established guidelines, prioritize and coordinate activities, and meet critical deadlines
• Perform work assignments related to environmental inspections, compliance, monitoring, regulation, and research
• Work cooperatively with others; build and maintain constructive relationships with those encountered during course of work; respond effectively and tactfully to hostility, confusion or concerns expressed by others
• Develop, prepare, and present studies and reports to governmental boards, civic organizations and other groups
• Effectively represent the department in contacts and relationships with the public, local business community and other government agencies
• Use sound judgment and personal initiative to accomplish assignments
• Use appropriate interpersonal style and approach to ensure team cohesiveness and cooperation