Senior Operations Associate

• Support the establishment of a new legal entity and setup of PxD’s operations in Nigeria, working closely with the COO, HR team, and local advisers
• Advise senior leadership on Nigerian labour laws, compliance, and regulatory best practices
• Develop and refine policies that lay strong foundations for PxD’s work in Nigeria
• Lead recruitment efforts in Nigeria to build a high-performing, mission-aligned team
• Plan and deliver impactful events, meetings, workshops, and conferences in Nigeria
• Collaborate with senior operational leaders to shape policy, planning, and strategic decisions
• Streamline operational processes and champion efficiency and best practices
• Foster a culture of high performance, engagement, and team morale
• Maintain and improve HR systems and records with precision and confidentiality
• Support communications that reinforce PxD’s vision and priorities
• Contribute to knowledge management and learning initiatives, helping the team grow smarter together

• Excellent organizational skills: Able to manage multiple tasks and relationships simultaneously, keeping operations structured, methodical, and on track
• Proactive problem-solving and initiative: Anticipates challenges, takes ownership, and engages the right teams to implement effective solutions
• Strong understanding of local context: Knowledgeable about Nigerian labour laws, regulatory requirements, local business practices, and the NGO/charity sector
• Excellent communication skills: Communicates clearly, professionally, and effectively—both verbally and in writing—with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Tech and systems savvy: Comfortable using HR, operations, and project management tools (e.g., HRIS)
• Attention to detail and efficiency: Thrives in a fast-paced environment requiring accuracy, precision, and smart prioritization
• Stakeholder engagement skills: Able to coordinate with consultants, partners, and cross-cultural teams
• Adaptability and resilience: Comfortable working in an evolving, high-paced environment, willing to “roll up sleeves” across operational, HR, and administrative functions
• Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or equivalent professional experience
• Proven experience in operations, HR, or administrative roles, preferably supporting new entity setups, organizational expansions, or international operations
• Good knowledge of administration, operations, organizational effectiveness, and HR management in Nigeria
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Proven ability to implement operational improvements, streamline processes, and champion best practices

Familiarity with Nigerian labour laws, policies, and procedures—especially in the international NGO/charity sector—is a plus

Flexible working