Chief of Staff / Chief Operating Officer (COO)

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A senior role overseeing operations for the CEO in the energy sector, responsible for strategy execution, financial administration, legal governance, and cross-functional delivery. Requires 10-12 years experience and a BA/BSc/HND or MBA/MSc/MA.

• Full-time position in Lagos, Nigeria
• Requires 10-12 years of experience
• BA/BSc/HND or MBA/MSc/MA qualification
• Role involves legal, regulatory, and project management
• Deadline: Sep 18, 2026

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Chief of Staff / Chief Operating Officer (COO) at The People Practice July, 2026 | MyJobMag Login Signup Employers Nigeria Ghana Kenya Nigeria South Africa UK Jobs Career Advice Post Job Search for Jobs Abia Abuja Adamawa Akwa Ibom Anambra Bauchi Bayelsa Benue Borno Cross River Delta Ebonyi Edo Ekiti Enugu Gombe Imo Jigawa Kaduna Kano Katsina Kebbi Kogi Kwara Lagos Nasarawa Niger Ogun Ondo Osun Other Oyo Plateau Rivers Sokoto Taraba Yobe Zamfara Administration / Facilities Agriculture / Agro-Allied Art / Crafts / Languages Aviation / Aerospace Banking Bursary and Scholarships Caregiver / Nanny / Social Workers Catering / Confectionery Construction and Site Engineering Consultancy Content, Editorial and Journalism Customer Care, Success and Service Data, Business Analysis and AI Driving Education / Teaching / Training Engineering / Technical Environment Health and Safety Finance / Accounting / Audit Food, Beverage and Hospitality General Graduate Jobs Human Resources / HR ICT / Computer Insurance Internships Janitorial Services Legal and Regulatory Logistics Manufacturing Marketing and Communication Media Production and Entertainment Medical / Healthcare NGO/Non-Profit Oil and Gas, Energy and Mining Pharmaceutical Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain Product Management Project and Program Management Real Estate Research and Development RFP / RFQ / EOI Risk Management and Compliance Sales and Business Development Science Security / Intelligence Shipping and Maritime Sports, Fitness and Personal Care Strategic and Top Management Travels and Tours UX, Design and Architecture Volunteer BA/BSc/HND First School Leaving Certificate MBA/MSc/MA NCE OND Others PhD/Fellowship Professional Certificate Secondary School (SSCE) Vocational Close Detailed Search X Send this job to a friend Type the email of your friend Enter your email Type Your Email Message I think you may be interested in this position - Chief of Staff / Chief Operating Officer (COO) at The People Practice. 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Read more about this company Chief of Staff / Chief Operating Officer (COO) Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA Experience 10 - 12 years Location Lagos Job Field Legal and Regulatory , Project and Program Management Our client, a major stakeholder in the Energy Sector is looking to hire a Chief of Staff / Chief Operating Officer (COO), who will serve as the operational lead for the Office of the CEO, ensuring that strategy translates into coordinated execution. This role provides oversight across People and office operations, financial administration, legal, corporate governance processes, and cross-functional delivery while enabling the CEO to focus on policy leadership, stakeholder engagement, and other strategic priorities. Role Purpose The role acts as the central coordination point across teams, establishing operating rhythms, driving accountability, and ensuring resources, people, and processes are aligned to deliver the office mandate effectively. Responsibilities Office Operations & Execution Lead day-to-day operations of the Office of the CEO to ensure efficient and effective execution of priorities. Establish and maintain operating structures, workflows, reporting mechanisms, and decision-making processes across units under supervision. Drive execution of strategic initiatives and ensure timely delivery of agreed outcomes. Identify operational bottlenecks and implement improvements to increase efficiency. Financial Management Oversee Finance functions across the organization. Manage organization budgeting, expenditure tracking, and administrative controls. Ensure operational spending aligns with approved budgets and applicable guidelines. Coordinate logistics and resource allocation to support office activities. Strategic Coordination & Leadership Support Manage prioritization and execution of the CEO\'s agenda and strategic commitments. Serve as a central coordination point across teams to maintain focus on key initiatives. Support preparation for executive meetings, briefings, reviews, and decision forums. Track actions and ensure follow-through across stakeholders. Stakeholder & Government Coordination Coordinate administrative engagement with government agencies, ministries, and relevant public institutions. Ensure alignment with federal procedures, protocols, and reporting expectations. Facilitate cross-agency collaboration where required to support delivery objectives. HR & Operations Design and implement a robust human resource strategy tailored to a high-performance executive office, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and continuous capability development. Establish clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for all direct reports and unit heads, driving a culture of meritocracy and accountability. Oversee payroll administration, benefits, and employee engagement strategies to maintain high morale and retention in a high-pressure environment. Supervise physical security, facilities management, and digital infrastructure to ensure uninterrupted, secure, and remote-capable operations for the Office of the CEO. Manage office logistics, facilities, and supplies Coordinate the CEO\'s travel arrangements and motorcade logistics Oversee security coordination with relevant agencies Manage fleet, drivers, and transportation. Maintain office equipment and technology infrastructure Oversee the end-to-end procurement processes across the different teams (Projects, Office Admin etc) in the organization. Legal & Corporate Governance Ensure all operations, partnerships, and initiatives comply with relevant Nigerian laws, public procurement guidelines, and energy sector regulations (e.g., the Petroleum Industry Act - PIA, where applicable). Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and execution of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and third-party contracts, managing external legal counsel where necessary. Ensure flawless secretariat support for board meetings, executive retreats, and ministerial briefing cycles. Maintain statutory records, board resolutions, and institutional memory. Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate operational, legal, and reputational risks to the Office of the CEO. Must have skills Skilled in mapping, documenting, and scaling complex workflows and compliance frameworks. Exceptional stakeholder management Highly tech-savvy with practical experience leveraging modern enterprise resource planning (ERP) Polished written and verbal communication skills Translates complex data, financial models, and legal briefs into actionable recommendations for CEO. Unwavering commitment to confidentiality and integrity Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Finance, Engineering, Public Policy, or a highly related field. Certifications in project management or agile methodologies Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Public Administration (MPA), or Law (LL.M). Active membership in relevant professional bodies. A minimum of 10–12 years of post-qualification experience, with at least 5 years serving in a senior operations capacity, management consulting, or as a Chief of Staff. Proven track record of directly managing multi-functional teams (spanning HR, Admin, Finance, and Legal) of at least 15 people. Direct experience owning and managing large-scale operational budgets with strict financial discipline and low variances. Hands-on experience navigating both corporate boardrooms (private sector) and government ministries, departments, and agencies (public sector / civil service structures). Direct experience working within the Nigerian energy sector (Oil & Gas, Power, or Renewable Energy). 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