Sundry Markets (owners of Market Square) is Nigeria’s largest grocery retail chain. It was rated one of the top 50 fastest-growing companies in Africa by theFinancial Timesand named the most sustainable retail organization by the Lagos Business School Retail Academy. We are a place where Nigerians can find their trusted grocery brands at the best prices. Market Square was born from a passionate desire to create a modern, superiorshopping experience for Nigerians and a more convenient way for people to meet their everyday needs.

Our core team consists of young and experienced retail professionals with substantial knowledge of the modern retail environment. We recruit and continuously train our staff to ensure they are equipped to provide you with the best products and services at every location where we operate.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Assistant

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Projects & Properties / Development Division
Reports To:Chief Development Officer (CDO)

Role Summary

• The Technical Assistant to the Chief Development Officer (CDO) provides high-level technical, analytical, process, systems, and operational support across the entire Development Division value chain.
• The role supports property acquisition, project delivery, asset management, facilities management, QMS development, and ERP readiness, ensuring efficient and data-driven execution of all divisional activities.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Executive Support: Provide technical and analytical aid, executive briefings, and track deliverables for the CDO.
• Project Management: Oversee project lifecycles from design to completion, including BOQ and drawing reviews.
• Fit-Out Coordination: Manage technical fit-out elements (HVAC, MEP, IT) for project readiness.
• Facilities Management: Track maintenance performance, infrastructure reliability, and customer experience.
• Property Acquisition: Analyze site data, acquisition pipelines, and support regional expansion.
• Asset Management: Collaborate on asset tracking and ensure alignment between procurement and finance.
• Data & Analytics: Develop project/facility dashboards and generate actionable insights through reporting.
• QMS & Process: Authorize SOPs and workflows to ensure ISO-aligned Quality Management Systems.
• ERP Systems: Support ERP implementation, process automation, and data structure optimization.
• Document Control: Manage internal documentation systems and institutional knowledge workflows.
• Cross-Functional Liaison: Act as a bridge between operational teams, finance, and technical departments.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify and implement process improvements to drive operational efficiency.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering orrelevant field
• Must have completed NYSC or exemption certificate
• 5–8 years experience in projects/facilities/property
• QMS and ERP experience preferred
• Relevant professional certifications will be added an advantage.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking
• Technical Acumen
• Data Analysis
• QMS & Process Development
• ERP & Systems Thinking

Working Relationship:

• Chief Development Officer, Projects, Facilities, Properties Teams, Finance, Procurement, HR, Legal, Operations, Asset Controller, External consultants and contractors

Application Closing Date
21st May, 2026.