Administrative Assistant at Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC)

The Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) is a gender justice project supported by Justice for All (J4A) Programme of the Department for International Development (DFID) to provide holistic and high quality medical and psychosocial services to survivors of sexual assault in Lagos State.

We are seeking experienced and dynamic individuals for the vacant position of:

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Specific Responsibilities

• Ensure proper documentation of all clients complete with at required forms and documents
• Collate client data into the Data Management System and assist with data collation and reports as required and requested.
• Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; verifying receipt of supplies and requisitioning in line with office procedure Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling or repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques
• Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; verifying receipt of supplies and requisitioning in line with office procedure

Qualifications, Experience, Skills

• Degree/Higher Diploma in social sciences or related field.
• At least 3 years experience working in an administrative capacity preferably in a nongovernmental organization.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills and demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to engage constructively with diverse groups and individuals from different social and cultural backgrounds
• Knowledge of gender-based violence issues in the Lagos context
• Ability to plan in advance and maintain an organized working style, yet able to handle new events and situations effectively as they arise.
• Able to work independently, multi-task, and take initiative, but also able to ask for help as needed.
• Excellent computer skills including the ability to operate spreadsheets and other programs (Word, Excel, Power point. etc.)

Application Closing Date
14th May, 2013

Method of Application
To apply, submit a letter of intent stating expected salary, with CV and copies of credentials attached in word document to:
SARCLAGOS2013@yahoo.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.