Global Innovation Fund Operations Lead

gsma; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global mobile industry organization in the UK is seeking an Assistant Operations Manager to lead critical operational processes for the GSMA Innovation Fund. Candidates should have solid experience in project and operations management, particularly within donor-funded projects. The role requires effective communication, compliance management, and the ability to support cross-functional teams. This position offers a competitive salary and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Learning & development opportunities

Generous holiday allowances

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience with donor-funded projects.
• Ability to manage complex projects efficiently.
• Proficient in Office software, preferably Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operational elements of funding rounds.
• Support grant management teams operationally.
• Identify and escalate risks related to operations.
• Manage supplier relationships and procurement processes.
• Ensure compliance with GSMA Foundation's rules.

Skills

Operations and project management experience

Experience in complex compliance environments

Managing procurement processes

Strong escalation management skills

Effective communication

Emotional intelligence and influencing skills

Stakeholder management

Cross-cultural experience

Tools

Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

A global mobile industry organization in the UK is seeking an Assistant Operations Manager to lead critical operational processes for the GSMA Innovation Fund. Candidates should have solid experience in project and operations management, particularly within donor-funded projects. The role requires effective communication, compliance management, and the ability to support cross-functional teams. This position offers a competitive salary and dynamic work environment.