Administration Assistant (Maternity Cover) at Christian Aid

Home to more than 160 million people, Nigeria has the largest population and the second largest economy in Africa, and has a major influence on the continent’s political agenda. However, Nigeria has a history of political instability, corruption and mismanagement of public resources, and has recently seen religious and ethnic conflict. As a result, more than half of Nigeria’s population still live in poverty. Despite four peaceful transitions of power since a return to civilian rule in 1999, Nigeria’s politics continue to be characterised by patronage, ineffective opposition, low voter turnout and voting along ethnic and religious lines. Most of Nigeria’s wealth is held by a tiny economic and political elite and many people feel powerless to challenge the current system, campaign for their rights or hold their g

  • Job Type: Contract
  • Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
  • Location: Abuja
  • Job Field: Administration / Secretarial 

This role works within the Operations Unit and is key to driving effective systems and processes that enable the workgroup to meet its operational objectives. This role undertakes support as relates to asset management, logistics, store/ inventory management and other administrative support functions in the Abuja Country Office. The role works collaboratively within the operations team and across teams towards delivering the administrative processes. The role deputizes the Administrative Officer as may be required.

About you

  • The post holder should be educated to a degree level or equivalent in a relevant field or any of the social sciences.
  • He or she should have a minimum of one-year experience in a similar role, proficient in Microsoft packages especially excel and Microsoft word.
  • He/she should have experience in stock/store,
  • Inventory and fixed asset management,
  • Good communication (oral and written) skills 
  • Ability to generate reports, good work attitude 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills,
  • Excellent organizational skills,
  • Ability to use discretion,
  • Think out of the box and trustworthy, ability to work long hours where required,
  • Willingness to take on more responsibilities as may be required, result – oriented and willing to learn.

Desirable: 

  • The post holder should haveAdministrative and logistical support experience

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Christian Aid on jobs.christianaid.org.uk to apply

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