Technical Manager

Background:

E-waste Producer Responsibility Organization (EPRON) is an industry led non-Governmental and not-for profit Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) set up implement the EPR and to coordinate the environmentally sound management of electronic waste (e-waste) in Nigeria.

Role Goal:

We seek to hire a Technical Manager to support the fulfillment of the aspiration of EPRONs technical unit, which is to apply circular economy principles to minimize e-waste and ensure the effective implementation of product take back and environmentally sound management of e-waste in Nigeria.

The technical unit is therefore responsible for developing and coordinating the successful implementation of the e-waste collection across the country and ensuring that the e-waste is recycled according to prescribed regulatory standards.

Job Description:

Handles general administrative and logistics support related to collection and recycling which includes:

• Oversee the development and implementation of programmes, initiatives and framework requisite for the successful implementation of EPRONs collection and recycling target as stipulated by the regulatory organizations.
• Coordinates all the activities in the downstream e-waste value-chain from which includes, formal and informal collection and environmentally sound management of electronic waste.
• Developing and coordinating recycling and collection plans to optimize service and efficiency
• Oversee and drive the development of technical projects implementation strategy, covering work plans and programs, to ensure alignment with organizational strategy, goals and objectives.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of EPRONs report to all relevant Stakeholders as per the requirements of each of the Stakeholders.
• Develops and implements a system for ensuring the effective monitoring of Collectors and recyclers activities to ensure they comply with existing standards.
• Oversee the regular review of all procedures, processes, and systems with focus on continuous improvement of collection and recycling processes.
• Developing and implementing initiatives to improve the standard of operation of value chain activities.
• Provides the Executive Secretary and Board with timely, complete and accurate report on all the collection and recycling activities across the country as at when due.
• Ensures invoices and payment for the downstream service providers are processed in a timely manner
  
• Works with the communication unit to educates the public especially the informal sector on e- waste, dangers of indiscriminate handling and the environmental advantages of recycling e-waste in an environmentally sound manner
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Executive Secretary

Reporting line: Reports directly to the Executive Secretary

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in relevant field. An MSc will be an added advantage.
• Experience: 5-7year(s) experience in environmental management
  

Behavioral Competences

• Self-motivated and demonstrates a sense of ownership with high level of commitment.
• Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent ability to pay attention to details
• Can work to time constraints
• Ability to build strong external relationships amongst Stakeholders
• Must have a metrics-driven and reconciling mindset.
• Must be innovative and in tune with industry/market developments.
• Must demonstrate exceptional analytical and quantitative skills.
• Must be able to manage time, prioritize tasks and work under pressure
• Excellent project management skills and a hands-on approach.
• Experience in an e-waste recycling facility will be an added advantage

Remuneration Package and Benefits:
EPRON offers a competitive remuneration package.