• Social Security & Housing Finance Corporation
  • 61 Ecowas Ave, Banjul
  • (+220) 422-2271

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Job Title:  Senior Procurement Manager

Reports to: Managing Director

Grade: 9.0

Job Family: Procurement

Employment Status: Permanent Pensionable

Job location: Head Office, Banjul

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Managing Director (MD), Senior Procurement Manager (SPM) shall responsible for the management of ongoing purchasing strategy and activities so as to ensure optimal supplier performance in terms of price of goods and service delivery. In so doing, the SPM shall develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships and manage the drafting and negotiation of contracts, development of contractual relationships and contract management to attain continuous improvement in delivery of goods and services. More importantly, the SPM shall ensure quality control and adherence to the GPPA Act and SSHFC’s policies, procedures on procurement and supply chain management. Additionally, SPM shall develop framework agreement with relevant suppliers to ensure timeliness in delivery of good and service.

                                                                 Responsibilities and Duties                               

  1. Develop procurement strategies that are inventive enough to cut administrative cost while ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
  2. Develop “transparent” procurement policies and rules and establish robust process for acquiring goods and services.
  3. Review existing contracts with suppliers and vendors to ensure on-going feasibility and delivery of goods and services.
  4. Create and implement best practice purchasing vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to aid and improve the Corporation’s performance.
  5. Evaluate the procurement challenges faced by the Corporation and take action to mitigate risks and utilised available opportunities.
  6. Develop, implement, and maintain a supplier relationship and evaluate procurement process to ensure effective supplier performance and compliance.
  7. Implement and monitor the procurement budget and promote a culture of long-term savings on procurement costs in SSHFC.
  8. Develop and implement annual procurement plan, generate quarterly reports, and submit to Contracts Committee.

Knowledge

  1. Excellent knowledge of the Gambia Public Procurement Authority Act.
  2. Good knowledge of the policies and strategic objectives of SSHFC.
  3. In-depth knowledge of the business environment to ensure best values and practices are maintained.
  4. Excellent knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiation principles.
  5. Excellent knowledge and technical know-how of the Supply Chain Management.
  6. Good knowledge of using supply chain management software and tools.

Skills and Abilities

  1. Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate and manage suppliers
  2. Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to negotiate at all levels.
  3. Excellent multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
  4. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  5. Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.

Qualification (Education) and Experience

  1. Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Purchasing Management with 6 years post-qualification relevant work experience, 3 years of which must be at Senior Management level in Public Procurement or Supply Chain Management.
  2. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Purchasing Management with 8 years post-qualification relevant work experience, 5 of which must at Senior Management level in Public Procurement or Supply Chain Management.

 

 

Job Title:  Senior Legal and Compliance Manager

Reports to: Director of HR and Administration

Grade: 9.0

Job Family: Human Resources and Administration

Employment Status: Permanent Pensionable

Job Location: Head Office, Banjul

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Director of HR and Administration (DHRA), the Senior Legal and Compliance Manager (SLCM) shall be responsible for all the legal and compliance functions of the Corporation and shall ensure that the legal processes and transactions are executed in accordance with all the relevant internal and external rules and regulations including laws, agreements, policies, and other regulatory guidelines. Additionally, the SLCM shall be responsible for preparing and processing of the mortgage and title deeds of the Corporation and provide legal support and relevant advice in executing the Corporation’s mandate and work closely with the private legal retainers of the Corporation on relevant legal matters.

Responsibilities and Duties

  1. Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Legal Unit and Monitor the implementation of its KPI to ensure the Unit targets are SMARTLY achieved.
  2. Conduct periodic review/appraisal of the Legal Unit personnel and provide guidance on potential areas of improvements for each employee.
  3. Provide guidance and support in all aspects of legal and compliance matters to other departments in the Corporation to avert avoidable legal suites.
  1. Pursue the defaulting institutions legally to ensure that they comply and are up-to-date in terms of contributions.
  2. Guide Management to ensure compliance with laws of the land in all investment matters.
  1. Develop a framework for internal policies and control procedures to guide the operations of the Corporation.
  1. Prepare all the legal documents of the Corporation including loan agreements, deeds, retainership agreements, title deeds and mortgages in consultation with the relevant departments to ensure that the interest of the Corporation is protected.
  1. Work closely with DHRA in managing the loan recoveries of the Ex-staff to minimize potential financial loss to the Corporation.   
  1. Maintain and make available up-to-date records of sets of templates of legal documents and instruments such as contracts and agreement deeds for ease of reference.
  1. Sensitise all employees on latest laws and regulations for the avoidance of a breach.
  1. Assist with regulatory compliance initiatives including security and professional standards for the Corporation to achieve its target.
  1. Align the legal team’s operational activities and long-term goals with the SSHFC Strategy for a sense a direction.
  1. Support the compliance process of all existing and prospective contracts, including performing legal audits and advise management accordingly.
  1. Participate in the evaluation and ongoing monitoring of services, processes, and systems to ensure compliance with the laws.

    

Knowledge

  1. Excellent knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
  1. Excellent knowledge of the structure and content of the English language
  1. Good knowledge of principles and procedures personnel training, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
  1. Excellent knowledge of laws and policies in relation to communication and media, public safety and security, administration, and management, etc.

Skills and Abilities

  1. Excellent presentation skills, communication skills both in writing and oral as suitable for the needs of the Corporation.
  2. Good strategic leadership and management skills in a larger organization in general or in Government.
  3. Good interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, reflected in an ability to foster effective collaboration across several stakeholders and build consensus, especially in developing polices and guidelines.
  4. Excellent IT Skills most especially Microsoft Office Suites.
  5. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  6. Excellent ability to prioritize tasks and to appropriately delegate, with consideration that delegation is not abdication.
  1. Excellent skills in negotiation and drafting of commercial contracts with strong analytical skills.
  2. Ability to multi-tasks and work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Qualification and Experience

  1. Master’s degree in Intellectual Property or Corporate Law with 6 years of post-qualification relevant work experience 3 of which shall be at Senior Management level.
  2. Master’s degree in Civil Law with 6 years of post-qualification relevant work experience 3 of which shall be at Senior Management level, may be considered.
  3. Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) with 8 years of post-qualification relevant work experience the last 5 of which shall be at Senior Management level.
  4. Additionally, SLCM must be called to the Bar with two years post-called experience.

    

Job Title: Senior Human Resources and Administration Manager

Reports to: Director of Human Resources and Administration

Grade: 9.0

Job Family: Human Resources and Administration

Employment Status: Permanent Pensionable

Job Location: Head Office, Banjul

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Director of HR and Administration (DHRA), the Senior HR and Administration Manager (SHRAM) shall assist the DHRA in defining the strategic direction of the human resources of the Social Security and Housing Finance Corporation and aligning it with the Corporation’s strategic direction. The SHRAM shall directly supervise the implementation of the HR policies, procedures, and practices in line with HR best practices which are consistent with the Corporation’s mandate. He/she shall support DHRA in creating a learning culture as well as creating a competent and motivated workforce by attracting, retaining, compensating, managing performance and training and developing staff. Additionally, SHRAM shall be responsible for leading and supervising the day to day running of the HR, HRD, Payroll, and Administration Units and give technical advice to DHRA on all HR and Administrative matters.

The SHRAM may serve as Secretary to the Senior Management Team (SMT) and some specific committees when the need arises.

Responsibilities and Duties

  1. Develop a robust Talent Management and Retention Strategy, effective recruitment and selection guidelines and monitor its full implementation to attain an objective and transparent recruitment process in meeting the required human capital needs of the Corporation.
  2. Support DHRA in define the HR Strategy and KPIs and align them with the Corporate Strategy to attain optimal performance.  
  3. Ensure full implementation of the performance management system of the Corporation and support DHRA in facilitating the creation of enabling environment to attain individual and corporate goals.
  4. Ensure effective and efficient implementation of a Staff Training and Development Plan based on the outcome of the Training Needs Assessment to ensure that the required human capital is always provided.
  5. Lead the HR Budget preparation and provide reflective and timely HR Annual Budget to DHRA for the purpose of managing the administrative cost of the Corporation.
  6. Supervise the Payroll Unit and ensure that all the payroll related inputs are timely and accurately captured for processing and the staff salary is submitted to DHRA as scheduled.
  7. Monitor the staff records keeping process and always ensure that the records are well kept, up-to-date and are at retrievable status at all times.  
  8. Provide to DHRA monthly accurate biometric report for deductions after timely and accurate data inputting. 
  9. Oversee the management of the Corporation’s fleet of vehicles to ensure their durability and availability at all times for official use.
  10. Initiate and coordinate the development/update of Human Resource policies, procedures, strategies, and systems when necessary.
  11. Supervise all the Units under the Department of HR and Administration and ensure the best is gotten out of each Unit.

 

Knowledge

  1. Excellent knowledge of principles of management used in strategic planning, human resources practices, leadership and change management process.
  2. Good knowledge of resource allocation, basic financial and budget management tools.
  3. Excellent knowledge of talent management principles and procedures, and the labour laws of The Gambia
  4. Good knowledge of SSHFC operations, rules, and procedures
  5. Excellent knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software and Human Resources Information System (HRIS) as well as Microsoft Office Suite. 

Skills and Abilities

  1. Excellent presentation skills, communication skills both in writing and oral as suitable for the needs of the Corporation.
  2. Excellent strategic leadership and management skills in a larger organization in general or in Government.
  3. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, reflected in an ability to foster effective collaboration across several stakeholders and build consensus, especially in developing polices and guidelines.
  4. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  5. Excellent ability to prioritize tasks and to appropriately delegate, with consideration that delegation is not abdication.

Qualification (Education) and Experience

  1. MBA/Master’s degree in Human Resources with 6 years of post-qualification relevant work experience 3 years of which must be at Senior Management level in HR.
  2. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration, with CIPD Professional Qualification with 8 years of post-qualification relevant work experience and the last 5 of which shall be at Senior Management level in HR.

 

 

Job Title: Senior Corporate Affairs Manager

Reports to: Director of Corporate Affairs

Grade: 9

Job Family:  Corporate Affairs

Employment Status: Permanent Pensionable

Job Location: Head Office, Banjul  

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Director of Corporate Affairs (DCA), the Senior Corporate Affairs Manager shall be responsible for creating and communicating a favorable public image of the Social Security and Housing Finance Corporation. He/She shall support the Director in leading the development and implementation of communication and media strategies, customer relationship management, brand management, customer research, and provide high level support to Management and Board in crisis and strategic management issues through DCA.

Responsibilities and Duties

  1. Supervise the day-to-day operations of all the Units in Corporate Affairs Department (CAD) and monitor the implementation of their KPI to ensure the Unit targets are SMARTLY achieved.
  2. Conduct periodic review/appraisal of the CAD personnel in each of the Units and provide guidance on potential areas of improvements for each employee.
  3. Enhance and protect the Corporation’s reputation by increasing its share of effective and positive media voice.
  4. Strengthen key stakeholder relationships by ensuring that the various units implement the right initiative and plan.
  5. Support the Director to Strategically link activities to business objectives and prioritize the right message at the right time.
  6. Support the Director in facilitating the Corporation’s participation in Regional and International Social Security events.
  7. Increase media awareness campaign by proactively engaging right media houses to minimize potential societal misconceptions.
  8. Work with external agencies to ensure SSHFC has the most up to date approach to issues especially during cand crisis management.
  9. Identify areas of customer research, develop research proposals, execute research work, analyse and interpret collected data and submit timely research findings to DCA.
  10. Provide leadership in preparing the Department’s annual budget and submit to DCA on time.

Knowledge

  1. Excellent knowledge of communication strategies and as well as excellent knowledge of the Corporation’s stakeholders
  2. Good knowledge of the sub-region and other international product development regulations and protocols.
  3. Excellent knowledge of the policies and strategic objectives of SSHFC, In-depth understanding of the operations affecting the social security Industries.
  4. Good knowledge of web analytics (e.g., Google Analytics, WebTrends etc.) and Google AdWords; content management systems, and design software;
  5. Good knowledge of the political landscape of the country

Skills and Abilities

  1. Ability to build strong network, including on communication and media network-building; a strong commitment to collaborate across relevant stakeholders.
  2. Ability to innovate and develop business growth and quality improvement.
  3. Strong intellectual skills, track record of innovative thinking, analysis, and pragmatic solutions
  4. An open and collaborative style with excellent leadership, communication skills and awareness of the business environment
  5. Proficiency in SPSS/STATA or other data analysis software

Qualification (Education) and Experience

  1. Master’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism or Communications with a minimum of 6 years post qualification relevant work experience the last 3 of which must be at Senior Management level.
  2. Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Media, Communications with a minimum of 8 years relevant post qualification relevant work experience, the last 5 of which shall be at Senior Management level.

 

 

Job Title: Senior Housing Manager

Reports to: Director of Housing

Grade: 9

Job Family: Housing

Employment status: Permanent Pensionable

Job Location: Head Office, Banjul

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Director of Housing, the Senior Housing Manager (SHM) shall be responsible for managing all the Estates and Projects of the Department. Precisely, SHM shall support the Director of Housing in managing SSHFC Estates including commercial properties, Housing Estates Development agenda and Construction Projects of the Corporation.

Responsibilities and Duties

  1. Supervise the day-to-day operations of all the Units in Housing Department (HD) and monitor the implementation of their KPI to ensure the Unit targets are SMARTLY achieved.
  2. Conduct periodic review/appraisal of the HD personnel in each of the Units and provide guidance on potential areas of improvements for each employee.
  3. Ensure estates are shown to prospective buyers on time and interested buyers sign the lease agreement accordingly and ensure buyers pay as per the mortgage agreement.
  4. Facilitate timely conduct of need and impact assessment for shelter and development of new housing estates.
  5. Oversee and manage the mortgage portfolio of housing department and provide periodic report to the Director for Management update.
  6. Ensure all maintenance issues for housing assets are resolved in a timely manner, to avoid potential safety hazards or escalating costs for future repairs.
  7. Prepare reports and document maintenance records, repairs made, and other pertinent details about the status of the housing property, for periodic submission to senior management team through Director.
  8. Directly Responsible for setting targets and supervising the works of Project managers, Estate Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Architects and Land Surveyors, and ensure such targets are met.
  9. Work closely with the Legal and Compliance Department to ensure compliance with all housing and other relevant laws when conducting leasing and other housing projects transactions.
  10. Work closely with the Corporation’s Legal Retainers and Legal and Compliance Department to ensure that the Corporation is well represented at the courts for all projects, mortgages and estates related litigations.  in consultation with the Legal and Compliance Department and the Corporation’s legal retainers.
  11. Develop project goals, objectives, and scopes, in consultation with all relevant stakeholders, ensuring technical feasibility.
  12. Oversee and manage all the Corporation’s construction and housing projects lifecycle, to ensure they are delivered on-time, within scope, quality and budget and ensure contract payments are effective and efficient with minimal project risks.
  13. Monitor industry trends to identify changes in project strategies, tools, terminology and to adjust timely.
  14. Ensure that relevant approvals, permits and licenses are obtained from relevant authorities for development of housing estates and construction projects.

 

Knowledge

  1. Excellent knowledge of construction and building products, codes, regulatory standards, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
  2.  Excellent knowledge of mortgage portfolio management.
  3. Knowledge of different mortgage options for the Corporation housing beneficiaries
  4. Knowledge of the Gambia Physical Planning and Development Control Act 1990, Rent Act 2014, National Environment Agency Act and other land laws.
  5. Good knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of resources.
  6. Excellent knowledge of project management principles and monitoring and evaluation tools and health and safety issues.
  7. Excellent knowledge with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices

 

Skills and Abilities

  1. Excellent records management skills with ability to complete and maintain accurate housing records and its related matters.
  2. Excellent skills in mortgages management including interest computation and analysis.
  3. Excellent presentation skills, communication skills both in writing and oral as suitable for the needs of the Corporation.
  4. Excellent strategic leadership and management skills in a larger organization in general or in Government.
  5. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, reflected in an ability to foster effective collaboration across several stakeholders and build consensus, especially in developing polices and guidelines.
  6. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  7. Excellent ability to prioritize tasks and to appropriately delegate, with consideration that delegation is not abdication. Excellent skills in interpreting building plans, designs, and analysing cost estimates and bill of quantities.

Qualification (Education) and Experience

  1. Master’s degree in Construction, Architecture, Real Estate or Land Management, Surveying, Projects Management with 6 years post qualification relevant work experience 3 of which must be at Senior Management level.
  2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the fields with 8 years post qualification relevant work experience 5 of which must be at Senior Management level.

 

 

Job Title: Senior Operations Manager

Reports to: Director of Operations

Grade: 9

Job Family:  Social Security

Employment Status: Permanent Pensionable

Job Location: Head Office, Banjul  

Job Summary

The Senior Manager Operations (SMO) shall support the Director of Operations to ensure efficient and effective management of the Contributions, Recoveries, Benefits, Verifications and Pensions Payroll functions. SMO shall also be responsible for the overall supervision of all the units under Operations Department and advise the Director appropriately.

Responsibilities and Duties

  1. Supervise the day-to-day operations of all the Units in Operations Department (OD) and monitor the implementation of their KPI to ensure the Unit targets are SMARTLY achieved.
  2. Work closely with colleagues in the Department of Research and Policy Planning and conduct periodic review/appraisal of the OD personnel in each of the Units and provide guidance on potential areas of improvements for each employee for the attainment of the Department’s annual target.
  3. Provide support to the Director to ensure he/she discharges its obligations in relation to pension payment and compliance with current pension’s Legislations and the Rules of the schemes administered by the Corporation.
  4. Supervise and manage the up-keep of the Pension Payroll to ensure accuracy.
  5. Monitor Contributions Unit to ensure timely collection and accurate payment of contributions are received from the employers.
  6. Supervise the Recoveries Unit and ensure that they work closely with the Legal Unit for recovery of the outstanding contributions.
  7. Supervise the Benefits Unit to ensure timely and accurate processing of Benefits.
  8. Supervise the renewal of the pensioner's list and ensure that it is done timely.
  9. Develop and monitor the implementation of the work plan for the contribution’s Inspectors.

Knowledge

  1. Comprehensive knowledge and expertise, gained at a professional level, in all aspects of the Social Security Management.
  2. Excellent knowledge and understanding of the principles and processes involved in Social Security Administration.
  3. Knowledge and understanding of Social Security Laws and regulations.

Skills and Abilities

  1. Analytical and conceptual skills in Social Security operations
  2. Leadership, supervisory and decision making/problem solving skills.
  3. Teamwork, interpersonal and effective communication skills.
  4. Microsoft office skills and other suitable Social Security software.
  5. Skillful in managing one’s own time and the time of others to meet tight deadlines.
  6. Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
  7. Ability to develop, implement and monitor budget activities and work plans.
  8. Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or make logical conclusions.
  9. Ability to work under pressure and for extended hours and meet tight deadlines.
  10. Ability   to innovate and lead change in a dynamic environment by developing creative ways of solving problems.

Qualification (Education) and Experience

  1. A Master’s degree in Finance, Accountancy, Economics or Mathematics with 6 years post qualification work experience 3 of which must be at Senior Management level.
  2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the above disciplines or ACCA with 8 years relevant work experience the last 5 of which must be at Senior Management level