MSI’s goal is to meet the needs of the underserved and dramatically improve access to the use of family planning and other reproductive health services. MSIG is part of Marie Stopes International’s Global Partnership, which operates in over 43 countries worldwide

The Facilities and Logistics (Fleet) Manager is responsible for enhancing business systems i.e., facilities and fleet management systems for the MSiG support office, setting up four (4) regional offices and the MSIG clinics/centres. The Facilities and Logistics (Fleet) Manager will work closely and collaborafively with other teams and report to the Director, HR and Admin. The post is based in Accra and requires frequent travel to all MSIG Regional offices.

Length of contract; Two (2) years contract

Key responsibilities

•   Manage internal (MSI regional staff) and external tenants including lease negotiations, payment collection/billing, and provide tenants with exemplary customer service, design a transparent process for making decisions on external lease agreements (amounts, selection of tenants, etc) in collaboration with Line Manager
•   Market MSIG’s office space to prospective tenants, including determining pricing with respect to Accra’s commercial space market
•   Manage MSIG’s lease agreements with landlords and ensure value-for-money
•   Manage MSIG centre maintenance, renovations and relocations (currently 7 centres, growing to 10 by mid-2015)
•   Provide and ensure that state-of-the- art fleet management and vehicle tracking system is installed, maintained and in use in ail MSIG vehicles
•   Design and track relevant income-to-cost indicators, generate and document cost-efficiencies
•   Continuously set and review annual performance targets using the Performance Plus system for self and team members

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University Degree in Business Administration. Facilities Management, Health Sciences or similar
•   Postgraduate qualification is desirable
•   Knowledge of procurement, logistics (fleet) and facilities management
•   Other professional qualifications, ideally in Project Management or Marketing will be an advantage

Experience/Skills
The candidate must have;

•   At least 7 years of relevant postgraduation work experience in Facilities and Fleet Management
•   Experience in managing facilities, fleet of vehicles or business units; experience in selling and marketing services or facilities
•   Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; able to write high quality reports
•   Articulate and analytical with excellent attention to detail
•   Experience in working for and with NGOs (or multilateral or bilateral agencies such as the UN); specific experience working with international NGOs desired
•   Experience in managing projects (could include renovations, relocations donor projects, business projects and facilities management)
•   Must be pro-choice

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

This is a  local position. Interested Non-Ghanaians must therefore have the necessary legal permits required to work in Ghana. Please label application and email with the exact job title and location.

Interested and quaiified applicants should send their applications addressed to:

Director - Human Resource and Admin
Marie Stopes Int. Ghana
PMB 267, Accra

Or by e-mail through:

recruitments@mariestopes.org.gh

Closing Date: 15 May, 2014