Job Title: Administrative Officer
Location: Akure, Nigeria
Recruiter: Equitable Health Access Initiative (EHAI) Nigeria
Overall Job Purpose: Under minimal direction, s/he will assist the Head of Administration in planning, organizing, and implementing all administrative activities.
Main Task:
• Generally supervises the operation of all administrative activities at the head and state office.
• In liaison with the HOD Administration, review all insurances, service contracts and agreements.
• Monitor the budget for routine stationery and office supplies and ensure that EHAI achieves best value for money on purchases, travels and hotel bookings.
• Coordinate the use and maintenance of office equipment, supplies and consumables to ensure optimal performance and all round functionality and availability.
• Provide administrative support to the board of trustees meetings.
• Provide HR Support to the Head of Administration.
• Assist with the organization of conferences, seminars and other events on behalf of the organization.
• Provide administrative and logistic support to travelling staffs.
• Work closely with the office head to ensure the smooth running and effective functioning of the office.
• Manage the official vehicles and supervise the drivers.
• Prepare and report monthly administrative activities at the head and state office.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent computer skills, including word and excel in a Microsoft windows environment.
• Knowledge of the principles of office management and supervision
• Knowledge of English spelling grammar and arithmetic
• Knowledge of specialized formats for letters memos and reports
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of various office and communication systems.
• Knowledge of rules regulations policies and procedures
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in evaluating situations and making decision
• Ability to plan, organize supervise and review the work of subordinates performing a variety of functions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to multi task.
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
Qualification and Requirements:
• A first degree or HND in any discipline in the Social Sciences or Humanities or its equivalent.
• Minimum of four years' cognate experience in general office and administrative support work.
• An MBA and membership of such professional bodies as Chartered Institute of Administration, Nigerian Institute of Management, etc. would be an added advantage. Experience with large complex organization is required and familiarity with international NGOs is preferred.
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified applicants should apply online or send their Cover Letter and CV in PDF Format to ad@ehainigeria.org
Deadline: 13.11.2013
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