Vacancies: Project Management Officer, CEO’s Personal Assistant
Our client is a Financial Sector Development Organization that promotes financial inclusion in Nigeria. The Organization was established in 2007, with a vision to be the leader in facilitating the emergence of an all-inclusive and growth-promoting financial system.
As part of efforts to expand its operations, the Organization has identified a need to recruit suitably qualified and competent candidates to fill the following positions, which will be based in Lagos:
Position: Project Management Officer (ES029)
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will assist in ensuring that the Organization’s operations run smoothly and efficiently. Specifically, the candidate will:
- Assist the Operations Manager to develop and implement an efficient project monitoring and reporting system for all projects.
- Effectively manage all ongoing project and ensure compliance with overall objectives and deadlines.
- Prepare monthly status reports for all ongoing projects.
- Collate quarterly work plans for all staff for the Operations Manager’s review.
- Ensure that all office equipment are regularly serviced.
- Handle all travel logistics for foreign guests.
- Develop an effective document management system that supports sharing of information easily across all departments.
- Maintain an inventory schedule of all office supplies, regularly check stocks to determine inventory levels, and prepare purchase orders for approval by the Operations Manager.
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes:
- A good first degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or any related discipline from a reputable institution.
- A minimum of four (4) years’ relevant experience in Administration, Operations and/or Project Management, Prior experience in the financial sector will be an advantage.
- Good knowledge of project management tools and concepts.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Good communication skills (oral and written).
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong ethics and integrity.
Position: CEO’s Personal Assistant (ES030)
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will provide administrative and logistical support to the CEO. Specifically, the candidate will:
- Provide calendar management for the CEO.
- Develop and maintain the CEO’s contact database.
- Arrange all domestic and international travels for the CEO.
- Engage potential stakeholders on behalf of the CEO to establish contact and request meetings.
- Plan and manage logistics for departmental meetings.
- Prepare expense reimbursements claims for the CEO.
- Attend meetings and conferences as requested, and prepare the minutes.
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes:
- A good first degree in English, Marketing or any related discipline from a reputable institution.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience as a personal assistant in a corporate organization.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize and multi-task with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong ethics and integrity.
Remuneration: An attractive remuneration package, a pleasant working environment, and challenging career prospects await the successful candidates.
How to apply
To apply, quote relevant reference number as the subject of your e-mail and e-mail your cover letter and curriculum vitae (prepared as a Word document, and saved with your full names) to us at recruitment@hcp-ng.com on or before 10th February 2012. Please include contact details of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements.
All applications will be treated in confidence. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
