Front Desk Administrative Assistant at Street Child

JOB TITLE: Front Desk Administrative Assistant

JOB LOCATION: Abuja (FCT)

JOB DETAILS:

• The Front Desk and Admin Assistant will be responsible for handling front desk operations and supporting administrative tasks to ensure the smooth functioning of the Abuja office.
• The role requires excellent communication, organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities
Front Desk Management:

• Greet and assist visitors, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including letters, emails, and phone calls.
• Maintain a record of visitors and appointments.

Administrative Support:

• Manage office supplies and stationery, ensuring timely replenishment.
• Support the preparation of meetings, including setting up venues and ensuring required materials are available.
• Assist in maintaining and organizing physical and digital office records.

Premises Management:

• Ensure the reception area is clean and organized at all times.
• Report maintenance issues promptly to the Operations Manager.

Staff Coordination:

• Provide logistical support for travel arrangements, including booking transport and accommodation for staff.
• Assist HR in distributing communication and notices to staff members.
• Inter-phase with other operations colleagues in delivering a robust operational support.

Procurement Support:

• Assist with documentation and tracking of procurement processes, as needed.
• Maintain records of purchase requisitions and invoices.

Other Tasks:

• Support events and workshops organized by the Abuja office.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor to ensure office efficiency.

Requirements

• Minimum of B.Sc / BA in Administration, Business Management, or a related field.
• Completed Youth Service.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in front desk management or office administration.
• Prior experience in an INGO setting is an added advantage.

Core values:

• Commitment to Street Child’s mission, vision, and values.
• We value high integrity, honesty, confidentiality and willingness to work in a flexible, dynamic, and challenging environment.
• Acceptance of diversity and inclusion as core principles.

Required Skills:

• Excellent Communication Skills: Fluent in English; strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Customer Service Skills: Friendly and professional demeanour when interacting with visitors and staff.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the ongoing Street Child job recruitment, visit the job APPLICATION PORTAL to submit your application!

Note

• Please submit your CV and a Cover Lletter outlining your suitability for the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early application is encouraged.
• Disclaimer: Street Child welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief or age. Street Child Nigeria does not charge any fees for recruitment and does not use any employment mediator. Any attempt at canvassing at any stage of the recruitment process will lead to direct disqualification and blacklisting.