Operations Officer at Street Child

Street Child is a UK charity, established in 2008, that aims to create educational opportunity for some of the world’s most vulnerable children
Street Child began its work in Sierra Leone in 2008 working with a small number of street children, eight years later we have helped to transform the lives of more than 50,000 children across Sierra Leone, Liberia and Nepal. In 2017 we launched our first project in Nigeria helping children impacted by conflict in the North East to access education.About the job

Street Child is a dynamic nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering vulnerable children and families by providing access to quality education, protection, and essential support services across underserved communities worldwide. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Operations Officer to join our passionate team. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of our daily operations, supporting program implementation and organizational growth. The ideal candidate will work closely with various departments to manage logistics, coordinate resources, oversee administrative processes, and support compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements. As an Operations Officer at Street Child, you will contribute to creating an enabling environment where our programs can thrive and positively impact the lives of children in need. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where your contributions make a real difference. If you are eager to apply your operational expertise to a meaningful cause and help drive operational excellence within a nonprofit setting, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated team.

Responsibilities

Coordinate day-to-day operational activities ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and program needs
Manage procurement processes including sourcing, purchasing, and vendor relations to secure quality goods and services timely and cost-effectively
Support the logistics and supply chain management to support program implementation and field operations efficiently
Maintain accurate records of operational transactions, inventory, and assets while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and donor regulations
Collaborate with finance teams to process invoices, budget tracking, and expense reporting related to operational activities
Support the development and implementation of operational procedures, and systems to enhance efficiency and accountability
Facilitate communication and coordination between various departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely resolution of operational challenges
Coordinate the office operations, Office internet, security, utilities, managing state of the office building
Support on the day to day routine activities of HR/Admin in Maiduguri and all field areas

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field is required
Minimum of 3 years of experience in operations management, preferably within a nonprofit or international organization environment
Strong knowledge of procurement processes, logistics, and supply chain management
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with keen attention to detail
Proficient in using office software such as Microsoft Office Suite and experience with database management
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a diverse team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships internally and externally
Knowledge of donor compliance requirements and operational best practices is highly desirable