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Office Manager
Wave
Posted 6 months agoBanjul, The Gambia
Location
Banjul, The Gambia
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Mid-Level
Category
Operations & Management
Job Description
Wave is hiring a highly organized and proactive Office Manager passionate about fostering a positive, dynamic work environment in The Gambia. You will oversee daily operations of the Wave office in Kotu and play a key role in maintaining efficiency by managing administrative tasks, vendor relations, and providing general support to the team. This is a permanent position.
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Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in a similar position.
- Degree in Administration or logistics or equivalent professional experience.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
- Fluent Wolof speaker.
- Strong administrative and organizational skills with a proven track record of managing complex office environments.
- Proven track record of dealing with external vendors and negotiating costs.
- Work authorization in The Gambia required.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and coordinate general office operations ensuring smooth day-to-day running.
- Supervise, mentor, train, and coach office management employees, delegating assignments to ensure maximum productivity.
- Implement and maintain procedures and office administrative systems.
- Coordinate domestic and international travel including flights, hotels, and car rentals.
- Manage office budget.
- Ensure health and safety policies are up to date.
- Own the purchase of office supplies, equipment, and furniture and maintain adequate stock levels.
- Draft new contracts, write office management playbooks, create presentations, and other management-level reports.
- Organize with maintenance companies to keep the office clean, safe, and appliances in good working condition.
- Report office progress to senior management and work with them to improve office operations and procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Generous health care insurance for yourself and your dependents.
- 26 weeks parental leave for mothers, 4 weeks for fathers, plus subsidized childcare.
- Gym membership and fitness class subsidies.
- Airtime reimbursement.
- Free food and a beautiful office space.
How to Apply
Fill out the application form on Wave's careers page and upload a resume in English and a cover letter.
