Administrative and Training Officer at TY Danjuma Foundation

The TY Danjuma Foundation - The Foundation works with community based organisations and non-governmental organisations in Taraba and Edo states as well as all other States in Nigeria, including the Federal Capital Territory to improve health, enhance quality education and support income generation as a means towards the eradication of poverty. In addition to making grants the TY Danjuma Foundation provides technical support, convenes partners and brokers the formation of beneficial relationships among NGOs, CBOs etc. in its thematic areas.

The TY Danjuma Foundation is looking to appoint a number of dynamic skilled, knowledgeable, experienced, talented staff to fill vacancy. We are expecting to welcome hardworking development-oriented and compassionate individuals with high personal ethical
and moral standards to join its young, highly motivated and hardworking team. Familiarity and dexterity with computer packages, electronic tools and the virtual environment are basic requirements for all positions in addition to the specialised requirements of each position.

Job Title: Administrative and Training Officer

Location: Abuja

Responsibilities

• The Administrative and Training Officer will provide effective and efficient administrative and training support for the Foundation.
• To assist in providing effective and efficient management of the Foundation’s general office administration (including but not limited to recruitment, selection, staff continuing education and development, discipline, staff relations for optimum productivity in a conducive environment
• Implement and monitor support services, including procurement of supplies and services
• Organise meetings and prepare minutes
• Produce major/complex reports for management, as and when required
• Oversee legal, safety and other compliance requirements
• Manage record-keeping and related activities
• Oversee facilities, technology, and materials utilized in the department, coordinating with appropriate services;
• Implement operating policies and procedures
• Manage the on-going operational, and staffing activities of the department
• Assist in the administration and maintenance of the Foundation’s moveable assets (including motor vehicles, furniture and equipment
• Supervise the administration of employees’ welfare services
• Perform other duties from time to time, including the general administrative support to other departments as required.

Requirements

• Ability to hold self and others to high quality team and individual work
• Ability to adhere to procedures
• Ability to work under the pressure of tight deadlines
• Resourceful, creative and able to work independently
• Mature interpersonal style, ability to interact well with a diverse range of people
• High integrity and social values.
• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in Social Science, or related field is preferred
• Minimum of five years with progressive authority and experience in administration or operations
• Proven office organisational and file management skills, strong ability to multi-task
• Demonstrated understanding of computer software programs and excellent IT knowledge and computer literacy skills; including networking, databases, email etc
• Familiarity with office policies and procedures of an effective organisation
• Well-developed writing skills
• Good personal/interpersonal skills such as: communication; teamwork; self motivation
• Ability to prioritise, plan and organise work in a busy environment
• Understanding of health and safety issues in the workplace
• Willingness to work flexibly in response to changing organisational requirements
  

Remuneration
Salary: Negotiable based on experience and history.

Application Closing Date
24th July, 2013.

Method Of Application
If you are interested and consider yourself suitable for any of these positions, please send an email to: [email protected] with:
A 2-page CV which speaks directly to the position of your interest
An application letter (not more than 2 pages) stating why you think you are suitable for the position and what value you hope to bring to the Foundation if given the opportunity.
The subject line of the email should state the position for which you are applying.