State Sector Manager, Revenue Optimization & Assurance needed at Fourcore Integrated Services

JOB SUMMARY

• The State Sector Manager shall be responsible for the management of a full program portfolio centred around the provision of technological solutions to peculiar revenue generation and collection challenges faced by state governments in Nigeria.
• The State Sector Manager will also be responsible for the development of innovative project concepts for a sub-national government in close collaboration with key stakeholders, including government agencies, technology development team, other team members, etc.

Duties include:

• Lead the planning, execution, operation, administration and monitoring of project expansion initiatives, including defining project scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines, and developing detailed project plans and schedules.
• Manage project resources, including project and development team members, and allocate resources effectively to ensure project success.
• Deploy technology-driven financial management platforms that provide transparency and efficiency in the collection of revenue, administration of taxes and payroll management.
• Achieve sustainable increase in revenue generation and institutionalize financial management practices.
• Evolve new revenue models from inactive or sub-optimal revenue sources.
• Drive active reforms for effective revenue and tax administration
• Provide support to the Executive Management team.
• Coordinate project activities and tasks, including assigning responsibilities, monitoring progress, and tracking project milestones, implementation, deliverables, activation and expansion to ensure timely completion in line with project objectives.
• Implement IT strategies that deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, and develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address potential challenges and ensure project success.
• Communicate and collaborate with project stakeholders, including clients, team members, executives, and external partners, to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead project meetings, workshops, and status updates, providing updates on project progress, challenges, and achievements, and facilitating discussions to address issues and drive decision-making.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Perform other responsibilities as may be assigned by the management.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with minimum of five years professional experience.
• Previous experience working in the financial services sector or tax-related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state governments’ billing and tax administration systems.
• Knowledge of federal and state governments’ financial management systems.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Fluency in indigenous languages and knowledge of the local culture is essential.
• Knowledge of revenue collection processes and regulations in Nigeria.
• Experience in Project Management is an added advantage
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong writing and presentation skills, and communication abilities.
• Proven leadership qualities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Attention to details and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to carry out responsibilities independently with minimal technical support from Supervisor.