The American University of Nigeria, Yola, is seeking for a Project Assistant. This position is local position and opens to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria.SUMMARY OF POSITION:The Project Assistant American University of Nigeria, Atiku Center is charged with the responsibility of contributing to the efficient day-to-day operations of the assigned project He/She shall perform a wide variety of technical support services, ranging from complex to routine, all of which contribute to the efficient and professional operation of the projects and tasks assigned in accordance with established policies and procedures. Position Requirements:• A good first degree plus three (2) years’ project experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.• Understand the basic functioning of ICT in an organization (user-support, hardware, software, networks and IP Telephony).• Experience in working with local communities, women and children• Work under pressure and with little or no supervision• Experience in planning and or supporting workshops• Project Management knowledge will be strongly consideredOther requirements, abilities for the position:• Ability to develop a work schedule, set goals, creates / implements actions plans and monitor progress towards goals. • Knowledge of standard office policies and procedures.• Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships.• Skill in typing/word processing and use of personal computer/software.• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy confidentiality. • Ability to undertake self-directed tasks when necessary.• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.• Experience of working and or living in northern Nigeria will be advantageDescription of Benefits:Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.
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Suitably qualified candidates should submit their resumes, cover letters and references to recruitment@aun.edu.ng before the closing date of this publication. The position being applied for should be the subject of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. AUN is an equal opportunity employer and strives to provide a culturally diverse workforce; we do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race creed, colour, nationality, origin, age, sex, religion and marital status. For information on AUN, visit our Web site at www.americanuniversitynigeria.org
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