Posted on Thu 09th May, 2024 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)
NerdzFactory Company is a human capital and technology company that is based out of Lagos. Registered in 2017 but officially commenced operations in January 2018 with a capital of NGN25,000 from the founders room in Magodo, Lagos. The organization, which is fully bootstrapped, has moved beyond just being a business that the founder runs from his room to a business that hires 13 full time staff and 20+ part time staff without still raising external capital.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Program Assistant
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
This role is critical in ensuring the smooth and efficient management of day-to-day tasks, ensuring high-level support and coordination for efficient operational and strategic decision-making for high-level activities.
The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills, solid writing and drafting abilities, and the capacity to work independently while demonstrating initiative.
Responsibilities
Administrative Support:
Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings
Make travel arrangements, including flight bookings, hotel reservations, and itinerary planning.
Prepare and disseminate meeting agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items.
Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, emails, and phone calls with professionalism and discretion.
Maintain organized filing systems, both physical and digital, for easy retrieval of documents.
Writing and Drafting:
Compose and proofread a variety of documents, including reports, presentations, proposals, and correspondence.
Conduct research and gather relevant information to support the drafting process.
Ensure consistency in formatting, style, and adherence to company guidelines.
Research and Analysis:
Conduct in-depth research on topics related to strategic policy, inclusive growth, youth empowerment, trade, investments, migration, and economic growth.
Gather and synthesize data from various sources to support decision-making processes.
Prepare concise and well-structured research summaries and analysis reports.
Project Coordination:
Assist in the coordination and execution of projects related to the company's areas of focus.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
Monitor project timelines, milestones, and budgets, and provide regular updates to senior executives.
Communication and Collaboration:
Maintain effective communication channels with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
Facilitate collaboration and information sharing among team members and stakeholders.
Represent the company professionally in all interactions, both internal and external.
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Development Studies, Economics, International Development and other related field. Masters degree is an added advantage.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a related role.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading abilities with excellent command of English language and grammar.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and comfortable with learning new software applications.
Excellent research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize information from various sources.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative when necessary.
Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining confidentiality and discretion.
Familiarity with project management principles and methodologies is a plus.