Head of Public Facilities and Services Department

Job Title: Head of Public Facilities and Services Department
Department: Public Facilities and Services
Reporting To: Director Institutional Empowerment Office

Job Summary

Responsible for leading and overseeing facilities management and public services across all academy locations. The role ensures effective maintenance operations contract management corporate health & safety compliance and uninterrupted service delivery in line with approved policies procedures and business continuity plans. The position supervises facilities classrooms archiving cleaning security hospitality and related service contracts.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Develop departmental goals operational plans KPIs and monitor performance against targets.

• Lead and guide the team to enhance service quality efficiency and effectiveness.

• Prepare and monitor the annual departmental budget in coordination with management.

• Oversee recruitment recommendations promotions training needs and performance evaluations.

• Conduct regular team meetings and prepare periodic performance and activity reports.

• Ensure documentation and compliance with all approved policies procedures and systems.

Facilities & Public Services Oversight

• Supervise maintenance operations and coordinate service providers in line with business continuity plans.

• Oversee facilities management including classrooms and academy infrastructure.

• Ensure delivery of cleaning hospitality archiving protection and security services.

• Monitor contracts and agreements with suppliers government entities and external partners.

• Establish supplier evaluation standards and oversee vendor selection processes.

• Support negotiations with service providers to secure optimal commercial terms.

• Ensure smooth coordination of administrative services correspondence visas and residency matters.

Health Safety & Compliance

• Develop and oversee corporate health and safety policies and ensure compliance with local regulations and best practices.

• Supervise implementation of occupational health and safety standards across academy facilities.

• Develop and implement business continuity plans to ensure operational resilience during emergencies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Civil Engineering or related field.

• 68 years of experience in facilities management public services or a related field.

Core Competencies

Behavioral:

• Results-driven mindset

• Team engagement and collaboration

• Continuous improvement focus

• Digital literacy and data utilization

Technical:

• Facilities and maintenance management

• Contract management

• Occupational health and safety principles

• Program and project oversight

• Public services administration

Leadership:

• Strategic thinking and future orientation

• Change leadership

• Effective planning and decision-making

• Inspiring and motivating teams

• Promoting a culture of respect and accountability