Job Summary:
You will coordinate the provision of responsive, effective, and efficient administrative services in support of Catholic Relief Services’ (CRS) mission to serve the poor and vulnerable. You will help ensure resource stewardship and a high-quality service approach are integrated into administrative systems, policies, and procedures.
This position covers all aspects of Administration and is responsible for ensuring that office facilities are well maintained, cleaned, and comfortable to live and work in.
Primary Function:
This position is specifically responsible for carrying out activities related to the office facilities. The Senior Administration Officer will conduct all administrative support functions simultaneously while ensuring compliance with CRS and donor regulations for all facility maintenance, power systems, and general administration.
Roles and Key Responsibilities:
Administrative Management
Coordinate and report on administrative activities and required resources
Ensure administrative systems comply with agency standards and donor regulations
Manage relationships with external stakeholders (government officials, landlords, service providers)
Oversee CP assets and facility usage
Working with CP Supply Chain Team, support procurement of office materials and manage asset systems
Working with State Security Focal Person and Security Manager, Implement safety protocols and maintain a secure work environment
Supervise Cleaners and Security Guards.
Project Support
Support BASICS project implementation through efficient administrative services
Coordinate travel and logistics for project staff and visitors
Manage event planning for project activities
Ensure proper documentation and filing systems
Support budget management and financial compliance
Facility Management
Oversee facility maintenance, repairs, and improvements
Coordinate office space allocation and usage
With Support from Abuja, Manage off-grid power systems, especially solar Installation
Ensure all utilities and systems are functioning optimally
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Good planning, organizational, and time management skills
Strong customer service orientation with very good communication and interpersonal skills
Ethical conduct and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented
Preferred Qualifications
Additional education may substitute for some experience.
Experience and proficient skills in MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and information management systems.
Languages – English (oral and written)
Travel – Must be willing and able to travel up to 25 %.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Admin Officers, Assistants and Interns
Key Working Relationships:
Internal: Management Team, Finance staff, Program staff in other CRS Country Programs.
External: Representatives of other Projects, Contractors, Government representatives and
stakeholders of the CRS Nigeria Program.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or relevant field preferred. Master’s will be a plus.
Minimum of 4 years of work experience in administrative support functions, with increasing responsibility.
Experience with a local or international NGO a plus.
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