Oyivo Publishing ( a division of Vertical Optimization, LLC.) is a leading provider of digital content for learning, educational and religious institutions. Our flagship product, Oyivo SchoolBook [TM], replaces the stock of paper-based textbook with a reliable, portable digital tablet device that includes a variety of textbooks, learning aids and multimedia learning tools, all at a very affordable price point. We assist new authors to develop and publish their textbooks and manu-scripts worldwide. In addition, our highly portable alternative energy devices (Oyivo SunTrap [TM]) provide inexhaustible auxiliary power for virtually every handheld device (phone, tablet, e-reader, etc) on the market today, ensuring that battery failures are a thing of the past.

As we expand our footprint in Nigeria, We are looking for outstanding leaders to help us transform education in Nigeria. We have the following open position:

Job Title: Country Operations Manager

Job Location: Lagos

Code: 00012013

Department: Oyivo Publishing

Nigeria Group Operations
Favour Plaza, 7 Akinsanya Street Off Ogunnusi Road, Ojodu

Job Description:

  • Oyivo is seeking an experienced and driven Country Operations Manager that will be responsible for leading and managing all operations within the country. This role will support multiple business units that includes (but not limited to) Oyivo Digital products (Oyivo Suntrap, Oyivo Schoolbook, Oyivo Prayerbook and Oyivo Powerlocker); Oyivo Publishing and Media and Oyivo Trade and Development services.
  • The Country Operations Manager will manage all communications with cross-functional team members to ensure business operations run smoothly.


Responslibilities:

  • Support marketing, customer interaction and business development in coordination with other staff
  • Maintain office Quickbooks or other internal accounting software
  • Deliver monthly/quarterly reports of business activities and financial reports to measure productivity and sales goals.
  • Determine goods and services to be sold, and set prices and credit terms, based on forecasts of customer demand
  • Recruit and train new employees
  • Supervise existing personnel and evaluate work performance
  • Prepare work schedules
  • Locate, select, and procure merchandise, representing management in purchase negotiations.
  • Ensure smooth office operations
  • Aid in overseeing annual budgeting and planning processes
  • Perform other duties as assigned


Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor degree in Business, Finance or related field. Master degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years work experience in business/financial management
  • Substantial knowledge of business operations, budgeting and financial planning
  • Domestic travel required
  • Deliver results on time-sensitive projects
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Team player who demonstrates positive attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit


How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Note:
Candidates who do not attach a cover letter will automatically be disqualified.

Application Deadline: 1st September, 2013