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Job Descriptions - Minaye PLC

JOB TITLE -Project Coordinator
PLACE OF WORK- Minaye Head Office
DEPARTMENT- Strategic Initiatives
REPORTS TO -Chief of Staff to the CEO

POSITION SUMMARY,

We are seeking a highly driven and experienced Project Coordinator with a strong engineering foundation lead and support strategic investment initiatives, manage expansion projects, and coordinate funding opportunities across our business units. This role is central to executing investment decisions, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and driving the successful launch of new business lines and acquisitions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Investment in External Companies

• Lead coordination efforts for strategic investments in external companies (e.g., Chico Meat, Hora, FN Integrated).
• Support due diligence processes, risk assessments, and integration planning.
• Liaise with legal, financial, and operational teams to ensure compliance and alignment with company goals. 
• Monitor and report on post-investment performance and integration milestones

Funding & Grant Coordination

• Identify, evaluate, and apply for relevant funding and grant opportunities in coordination with internal business units.
• Prepare project documentation, business cases, and technical proposals for funding applications.
• act as a point of contact between the organization and funding agencies, ensuring compliance and timely reporting.

Acquisition Transition Management

• Oversee the smooth handoff of fully acquired entities (100% acquisitions) to Operations or the Expansion team, based on strategic fit.
• Develop and manage transition plans, ensuring minimal disruption and clear role delineation post-acquisition.
• Track key performance metrics and provide support for post-acquisition integration.

Minaye Group Expansion Projects

• Coordinate strategic expansion into adjacent sectors and product lines, including:
• Door manufacturing and related engineering processes.
• High-profile brand partnerships (¢.g., Samsung, Kohler, Jotun). 
• Minaye Packaging expansions — backward integration, flexible and rigid packaging
  lines.
• Will participate in upcoming expansions and partnerships as directed by the line 
  manager
• Responsible for carrying out any additional tasks or responsibilities assigned by the line manager.
• Support feasibility assessments, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Serve as a key liaison between engineering, operation, and strategic leadership to ensure alignment and timely execution.

PERSONS SPECIFICATIONS
Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, chemical, or related field)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project coordination, industrial project management, 
  business development, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operation, investment evaluation, and project 
  lifecycle management.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
•  Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello) and Microsoft
  Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to investment or M&A projects.
• Experience in grant writing or fundraising for technical/industrial projects.
•  MBA or training in finance, strategy, or operations management is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with packaging, coatings, or manufacturing industries.

How To Apply

Send your resume, and a cover letter detailing your achievements and experience to hcminayee@gmail.com .When applying, please use the subject line project coordinator.