Chief Operations Officer (COO) at Excel and Grace Consulting Full Time NEW

Job Title: Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time, Executive Level
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Summary

• We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Operations Officer (COO) to oversee our company’s ongoing operations and procedures.
• As a key member of the executive leadership team, the COO will play a critical role in driving operational excellence, aligning strategic goals with execution, and ensuring efficiency across all departments.
• The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership skills, deep operational insight, and the ability to scale systems and teams in a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and optimize daily operations across all departments, ensuring consistent execution of business strategies.
• Design and implement business operations, processes, and procedures that promote the company’s culture and vision.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO to develop and execute company-wide strategies and long-term plans.
• Oversee budgeting, reporting, planning, and auditing in alignment with company financial goals.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), operational efficiency, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Manage and mentor department heads to ensure accountability, performance, and alignment with company goals.
• Identify and mitigate business risks and operational bottlenecks.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and ethical standards across operations.
• Foster a performance-driven and inclusive work culture that attracts and retains top talent.
• Support expansion strategies and lead project execution for new business initiatives or operational territories.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Operations, or a related field (MBA or relevant Master’s degree is a plus).
• Minimum of 10 years progressive leadership experience, with at least 5 years in an executive or senior operational role.
• Proven experience in managing diverse business functions and operational models.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Must be between the ages of 35 – 45 years.
• Strong understanding of the Nigerian business landscape, particularly in Lagos or Port Harcourt.
• Age Range: 35 – 45 years.

Salary
N1,000,000 monthly (net).

Application Closing Date
18th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter detailing their experience and fit for the role to: [email protected] using “COO-PH” as the subject of the email.