Senior Operations Analyst

Reports to: SVP, Technology & Innovation

Job Purpose

The Senior Operations Analyst will play a critical role in analyzing and optimizing the organization’s operational processes to enhance efficiency, improve performance, and support strategic goals. By leveraging data-driven insights, the Senior Operation Analyst will ensure seamless day-to-day operations while identifying opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and increased productivity.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate current operational workflows and identify inefficiencies or bottlenecks.
• Develop and recommend actionable strategies for process improvement.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to generate meaningful insights.
• Support regulatory compliance reporting and performance tracking.
• Support the planning and execution of operational projects.
• Monitor project progress, timelines, and deliverables to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Analyze operational costs and identify areas for cost reduction.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Monitor expenditures to ensure adherence to approved budgets.
• Collaborate with operations, finance, and technical teams to improve operational deliverables
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of operational processes and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a liaison between departments and partner organizations to ensure seamless communication and coordination.
• Provide support for ad hoc analyses and special projects as needed.
• Train team members (attendants and field workers) on tools, processes, and best practices.

Job Specifications

Qualification & Experience

• 1st degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field from a reputable University.
• MBA or relevant professional development in Finance, Management Science & Operations Research and Mergers and Acquisition.
• 8 – 10 years post - NYSC experience in operations, business analysis, operating environment or a similar role
• Expert understanding and application of renewable economics, risk and decision science and Nigerian fiscal systems.
• Proven competencies in using Data Analytics and Microsoft Office software programs.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinker
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to translate data insights into actionable business recommendations.
• Business performance monitoring and reporting.
• Networking & Relationship Management.
• Oral, written & visual communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Self-starter with a keen sense of judgment, decisiveness and self-discipline, creativity and innovation.
• Team player with a strong ability to manage and lead multi-disciplinary teams.
• Effective management, coaching and development of team consistent with corporate objectives and individual aspirations
• Expert and Deep understanding of Renewable industry and its Dynamics

Key Performance Indicators

• Quality, comprehensiveness, timeliness and accuracy of analysis and management decisions
• Quality, depth of analysis and usefulness of recommendations proffered.
• Accuracy and timeliness of output.
• Effectiveness of analytical support provided,
• Levels of adherence to policies, processes and procedures

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced, data-driven, and innovation-focused work environment.
• This position may require occasional travel to project sites or company offices.
• The role will typically involve hybrid work with a mix of in-office and remote tasks.