Graduate Front Desk Officer (Receptionist) at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV and AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Government of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons as a result of growth in our organisation. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

We require competent candidates for the following position:

Job Title: Front Desk Officer (Receptionist)

Location: Abuja

Job Profile
This is an Officer position reporting to the Manager, Administration. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of the front office which includes effective handling and documentation of incoming/outgoing mails, telephone, communication and visitors' management. In addition s/he will ensure that the reception area is professionally organised and will maintain records of conference room reservations and meetings. The successful candidate will also assist the logistics team in the head office on ticketing, hotel accommodation and travel arrangements.

Qualifications/Experience:Minimum Academic/Professional Qualifications required for the position:

• Must possess a B.Sc/HND in Social or Management Sciences.
• Must possess a minimum of one (1) year post NYSC experience, preferably working in an NGO in a similar capacity.
• Must have excellent management and organisational skills, must understand and show respect for local customs and culture and must possess excellent multi-tasking and organisational skills.
• Must possess excellent oral, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must possess appreciable skills in computer knowledge and application.
• Must possess a high level of integrity.
• Good personal appearance and disposition.

Compensation & Benefits:
The compensation package for these positions is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.

Application Closing Date
20th May, 2014

Method of Application:
A one page application letter (using the position reference as subject), addressed to the Deputy Director-HR, clearly providing evidence of competences required for the job, current remuneration, as well as a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae indicating clearly your valid telephone numbers, e-mail address and current contact address should be sent to: [email protected] beside the job you are applying for.

Additional information:
Please provide the following information stated below (in this order) in the body of your email:

• University Qualification:
• Year of graduation:
• Year of completion of NYSC:
• Current employment with date:
• Current job designation:
• Current responsibility:

We kindly request that only candidates with the minimum requirements need apply. While we respect your application, due to the large number of applications received by SFH Nigeria, please note that we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates.