Oversee a comprehensive range of duties encompassing strategic planning, operational execution, and team leadership to ensure organizational objectives are met efficiently. Collaborate with cross-functional departments to align projects with company goals, fostering innovation and continuous improvement. Monitor performance metrics and KPIs to assess progress, identifying areas for enhancement while maintaining strict adherence to industry regulations and quality standards. Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to team members, cultivating a high-performance culture rooted in accountability and collaboration. Serve as a primary liaison with stakeholders, presenting reports and updates to senior management to facilitate informed decision-making.
GTC Nigeria Gambia Ugric Export Activation seeks to energize and optimize corridor operations to drive agricultural export growth between Nigeria and Gambia. This initiative focuses on enhancing trade flows, improving logistical efficiencies, and fostering partnerships to bolster agricultural product exchanges. The role requires a strategic mindset, strong analytical abilities, and expertise in supply chain management, with a keen emphasis on cross-border trade facilitation. Responsibilities include coordinating export activities, streamlining customs processes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to accelerate market access for key agricultural commodities.
Develop and implement a cold storage infrastructure at the Banjul port, with an emphasis on achieving a minimum storage capacity of 500 metric tons.
Finalize binding offtake agreements in Lagos, ensuring at least one formal contract with a wholesale fish importer based in Lagos prior to the initial shipment.
Execute the inaugural containerized export shipment, facilitating seamless transit between Banjul and Lagos in both directions. This critical milestone serves as definitive validation of the entire operational model.
Responsible for managing the selection of contractors, establishing the commissioning timeline, and ensuring operational readiness.
We strive to enhance team cohesion and drive performance excellence through strategic initiatives and effective management practices. This role involves developing and implementing programs aimed at fostering collaboration, communication, and high-impact results across teams. Key responsibilities include designing team-building activities, evaluating individual and collective performance, providing constructive feedback, and implementing strategies to optimize productivity and employee engagement. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, experience in performance management, and a proven ability to motivate teams toward achieving organizational goals. A background in human resources, organizational development, or related fields is preferred.
We are seeking a seasoned professional to oversee financial management and ensure responsible stewardship of capital resources. The ideal candidate will assume full accountability for financial oversight, strategic resource allocation, and adherence to fiscal policies and regulatory standards. This role demands expertise in financial planning, risk assessment, and capital optimization to drive sustainable growth and organizational efficiency. Responsibilities include developing and implementing robust financial frameworks, monitoring budgetary performance, and providing data-driven insights to senior leadership to support informed decision-making. Strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to transparency are essential for success in this position.
Overseeing adherence to regulatory standards and ensuring compliance across organizational operations is the core responsibility of this role. The position demands a thorough understanding of applicable laws, guidelines, and industry best practices, coupled with the ability to interpret complex legal and regulatory requirements. Key duties include developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and providing strategic guidance to mitigate potential legal and operational risks. Proficiency in regulatory frameworks, strong analytical skills, and meticulous attention to detail are essential, along with excellent communication abilities to liaise with stakeholders at all levels. A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field—such as law, business administration, or finance—along with relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional) is typically required, and prior experience in a compliance-driven environment is highly valued.
The Chief Operating Officer is responsible for upholding impeccable regulatory compliance across both operational jurisdictions, namely Nigeria and The Gambia. This includes ensuring strict adherence to all relevant regulatory frameworks such as NCS, NAFDAC, SON, the Gambia Revenue Authority, and phytosanitary certification requirements, with the overarching objective of maintaining zero compliance gaps.
Support the Compliance & Licensing Officer by assisting with the administration of CBN FX regulations, ensuring accurate FCC reporting, and facilitating adherence to Gambia Central Bank requirements for the activation of corridor financial services.
Seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the position with [Job Title]. The ideal candidate must possess a minimum of [X years] of experience in [relevant field/industry] and hold a degree in [specific field of study]. Proficiency in [specific software/tools/technologies] is essential, along with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include [list key duties, such as managing projects, analyzing data, or developing strategies], while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives. The role demands meticulous attention to detail, adaptability to evolving priorities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.
Degree in Agricultural Economics, coupled with an M.Sc. in Agribusiness, and a decade of hands-on experience in pan-African trade operations.
Professional experience in managing agricultural exports throughout West Africa is required.
Individuals should possess expertise in export customs regulations, agribusiness operations, or structured trade finance, coupled with a minimum of two years of direct profit-and-loss accountability experience.
Demonstrated expertise in managing agricultural export operations across international corridors or multiple countries is essential.
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their CV via email to adanne.osuagwu@gmail.com, with “COO Ugric Business” included in the subject line.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
10 years
