Unlock Your Next Career Milestone with Benin Electricity Distribution Plc. (BEDC)

Benin Electricity Distribution Plc. (BEDC) stands as a pillar in the nation's power sector, serving as one of the key retail electricity distribution companies licensed by the federal government. Created following the unbundling and privatization of the Power Holding Company of Nigeria Plc (PHCN), BEDC is responsible for the retail distribution of electricity across Delta, Edo, Ekiti, and Ondo States. Spanning a vast geographical coverage of 55,770 square kilometers, the company operates twenty-five (25) business districts with approximately 350 offices, serving a population of about 13 million people across four million households.

We are currently seeking a dynamic, results-driven professional to fill the esteemed role of Head, Admin and Services. This leadership position is critical in ensuring the seamless and efficient operation of our organizational processes by expertly coordinating logistics, facility management, and providing exceptional support services internally and externally.

Role Overview & Key Responsibilities

As the Head of Admin and Services, you will provide visionary leadership to the department, fostering a high-performance, enabling work environment. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Providing strategic leadership for the Admin and Services department and developing high-performing teams.
Developing and implementing comprehensive strategies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and policies aligned with business goals.
Overseeing office infrastructure, security, and the maintenance of all company assets.
Managing travel arrangements, accommodation, and overseeing the entire BEDC fleet and logistics for optimal servicing.
Directing the BEDC procurement and supply chain process from end to end.
Engaging, negotiating, and contracting rented offices to ensure the best pricing and quality standards.
Collaborating with other departments to guarantee quality service delivery while maintaining excellent relationships with external vendors and contractors.
Establishing and enforcing strict guidelines, budgets, and timelines, ensuring complete compliance with service-level agreements.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

To be considered for this vital leadership role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Business Management, or a related discipline. A Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.
Professional Affiliations: Mandatory membership in relevant professional bodies such as the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM), the Institute of Professional Managers and Administrators of Nigeria (IPMA), or equivalent recognized institutions. Additional professional certifications are required.
Experience: A minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience in a similar administrative and operational leadership role.
Core Competencies: Exceptional leadership and organizational capabilities, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, elite negotiation and decision-making aptitude, and top-tier communication and presentation skills. Candidates must also exhibit high ethical standards, strict confidentiality, keen attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under pressure with tight deadlines.