Job ID: 378848
Location: Enugu
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Category: Facilities, Construction and Real Estate
About The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a worldwide faith with over 16 million members, centred on the belief that everyone on earth is a son or daughter of a loving God and that Jesus Christ, His Son, saved the world from sin and death.
The Church invites all people to come unto Jesus Christ, follow Him and become more like Him.
The Church is recruiting to fill the position of Manager, Facilities.
Job Description
The Manager, Facilities will oversee the maintenance, operation and management of Church meetinghouses and other facilities within the assigned area.
The role involves ensuring that Church buildings are properly maintained and prepared for their intended purposes through major repairs, deep cleaning and routine maintenance. The successful candidate will also coordinate teams of local building representatives, provide necessary instructions, materials and equipment, and work closely with Church leaders to ensure effective facility management.
This is a people-management position responsible for leading maintenance personnel, managing service providers and ensuring that facilities meet established Church standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the work of employees, including leading and supervising a team of maintenance technicians.
- Provide guidance, coaching and performance management to staff.
- Partner with Human Resources to recruit employees and recommend promotions, advancements and other employment status changes within the reporting line.
- Oversee employee performance management and make recommendations regarding disciplinary actions and termination where necessary.
- Ensure facilities are adequately prepared and maintained for their intended purposes.
- Conduct semi-annual facility evaluations to assess building conditions and develop comprehensive annual and long-term maintenance plans in collaboration with stake representatives and service providers.
- Monitor budgets and oversee service delivery by coordinating with facilities administration assistants, vendor management teams and mission home helpers.
- Participate in weekly Facilities Management group meetings to review work orders, prioritise tasks, schedule projects and discuss operational requirements.
- Verify the proper completion of projects and work orders, either directly or through service providers.
- Ensure all work meets required specifications and complies with Church standards.
- Maintain all facilities to high standards consistent with the Church’s mission and values.
- Implement and manage preventive and corrective maintenance programmes, ensuring timely resolution of maintenance issues.
- Identify and recommend potential vendors for inclusion in the approved vendor pool and collaborate with vendor management specialists to determine vendor assignments for different trades and facilities.
- Recommend vendor changes where recurring service contracts fail to meet expected standards or where better service outcomes can be achieved.
- Ensure continuous emergency response coverage.
- Collaborate with the Regional Facilities Manager and vendors to ensure the prompt resolution of facility-related issues.
- Build strong relationships with local priesthood leaders and other Church employees, responding promptly to requests and identifying appropriate facility solutions.
- Ensure facilities comply with applicable local, state and federal regulations, including health and safety requirements.
- Follow established safety programmes and emergency response plans.
- Optimise space utilisation across the facility portfolio to support Church activities and programmes.
- Coordinate with Church leaders and area meetinghouse planning managers to ensure facilities meet current and future requirements.
- Demonstrate commitment to the principles of the Leadership Pattern and Serving Fundamentals.
- Approve projects within the limits established in the area Meetinghouse Facilities Department (MFD) chart of approvals.
Qualifications and Experience
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Facilities Management, Property Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration or a closely related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and directly relevant professional experience may also be considered.
- Minimum of six years’ progressive experience in facilities management, property management, building operations, maintenance management, construction management or a related field.
- Experience managing commercial, institutional, educational, religious or multi-site facilities.
- Experience overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance programmes.
- Experience managing vendor and contractor relationships, budgets and service contracts.
- Minimum of two years’ supervisory or leadership experience, including responsibility for managing teams, contractors or multidisciplinary work groups.
- Facility Management Professional (FMP) certification, or the ability to obtain the certification within one year of employment.
Technical Knowledge and Competencies
Candidates must demonstrate:
- Knowledge of facilities and property management principles.
- Understanding of building systems, including electrical, mechanical, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing and structural systems.
- Knowledge of construction and renovation practices.
- Understanding of occupational health and safety standards.
- Knowledge of fire and life safety codes and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Ability to lead and develop teams in a multidisciplinary work environment.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and resolve complex operational challenges.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with employees, Church leaders, contractors, vendors and other stakeholders.
Technical Proficiency and Additional Requirements
- Proficiency in Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with mobile technologies and web-based applications used in facilities management.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s licence and be able to drive regularly.
- Must be willing and able to travel within the assigned geographical area to oversee facilities, projects, maintenance activities and contractor performance.
- Must possess a valid international passport or be eligible to obtain one to support occasional travel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Property Management, Business Administration or a related discipline.
- Additional industry-recognised certifications such as CFM, FMP, SFP, PMP, NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent.
- Experience managing facilities across multiple sites or geographical locations.
- Experience working in a faith-based, nonprofit or large institutional environment.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the application link below:
Application Closing Date
20th November 2026 at 1:00 AM.