Country Administrative Service Manager – Benin

About the role

Huawei is seeking a Country Administrative Service Manager for its Benin operations. The role will lead the delivery of integrated administrative services, ensuring smooth business continuity and a safe, efficient workplace for employees.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and manage office space, including leasing, decorating, relocation and space optimisation.
• Oversee health and safety systems, emergency response mechanisms and risk mitigation for high‑risk areas.
• Provide living support services such as catering, accommodation and transportation while controlling costs.
• Design administrative solutions and develop national‑level policies in line with business needs.
• Manage administrative procurement, maintain relationships with government agencies (immigration, labor, consulates, police) and ensure a trustworthy supplier environment.
• Lead internal control compliance, business continuity planning and response for scenarios such as natural disasters, accidents and public health events.
• Handle administrative expense processes, including procurement requests, payment tracking and expense analysis to safeguard funds and assets.

Required profile

• Proven experience in managing corporate administrative functions, facilities, health & safety and procurement.
• Strong understanding of local regulations and ability to liaise with government authorities.
• Experience in risk management, business continuity and internal control compliance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills with a focus on service quality.

Required skills

What we offer

• One‑year renewable contract with Huawei local staff status.
• Opportunity to shape administrative processes for a leading global telecom company.
• Competitive benefits aligned with Huawei’s employee policies.