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• Project manage the setting-up of all new
  offices and branches including budget setting, checklist timelines, lease
  negotiation, build out and branding, setting up of the offices and
  warehouses, computer systems, solar, racking, and security.
• The incumbent will also ensure all Living
  Good facilities (branches, head office and warehouses) are fully compliant
  with all legal and licensing requirements.
• Act as the main point of contact for the
  landlords; track and ensure timely payments for leases per Tenancy
  Agreements.
• Ensure all Living Goods facilities are
  maintained in good order.Ensure a quarterlyreview of all facilities, and
  develop action plans to ensure that maintenance happens in a timely and
  cost effective way.
• Manage the timely and cost effective non
  stock procurement requirements to ensure the smooth operation of Living
  Goods Uganda facilities e.g. stationery and printing orders, tech orders,
  marketing purchases and staff uniforms etc.
• Assist the Logistics Manager in prequalifying
  and managing all service providers and contractors–including caterers,
  training venues, etc. –  ensuring
  they are fit for purpose and deliver to the right quality and cost.
• Coordinate with any local government
  authorities on signage or other licensing requirements for branches.
• Manage all service providers for branches
  – utilities, security, pest control, etc., including developing RFPs,
  assessing quotes, and managing timely delivery of services.
• Serve as the point person for all branch
  maintenance issues, focusing on timely and cost effective maintenance, and
  tracking and reporting on activities.

• New branches set-up on time and to budget
  and to the right standard.
• Branches and offices are maintained in a
  proactive way so they are in good condition and serve as effective hubs
  for branch teams and CHPs.
• Turnaround time in responding to branch
  requests and resolving facility issues.

• The ideal candidate for the Living Goods Facilities
  Officer job opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s degree in
  Facilities, Logistics, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management.
• At least three years’ experience in
  facilities management.
• Good project management and planning
  skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast
  moving dynamic environment.
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to deliver results as an
  individual and within a team.
• Excellent communication skills including
  ability to adapt communication to different stakeholders.
• Computer literacy skills i.e. proficiency
  in Excel and data analysis.
• Ability to travel across Uganda at least
  30% of the time to oversee facilities.

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