Project Assistant - Atiku Center at the American University of Nigeria (AUN)

The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was established in 2003. The institution was conceived as Africa's first Development University. Its mission is to pioneer service learning and build leaders who will be prepared to tackle societal concerns. Located in Yola, Adamawa State, the University is a world-class career-oriented institution missioned to be an agent of change in the development of the region. AUN has a strong commitment to providing the skills and the leadership essential to solving the continent's critical social and economic problems.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Project Assistant - Atiku Center

Location: Yola
Department: Atiku Center
Duration of Employment: One (1) Year

Summary of Position

• The Project Assistant American University of Nigeria, Atiku Center is charged with the responsibility of contributing to the efficient day-to-day operations of the assigned project
• He/She shall perform a wide variety of technical support services, ranging from complex to routine, all of which contribute to the efficient and professional operation of the projects and tasks assigned in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Position Requirements

• A good first degree plus three (2) years' project experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Understand the basic functioning of ICT in an organization (user-support, hardware, software, networks and IP Telephony).
• Experience in working with local communities, women and children
• Work under pressure and with little or no supervision
• Experience in planning and or supporting workshops
• Project Management knowledge will be strongly considered

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Ability to develop a work schedule, set goals, creates / implements actions plans and monitor progress towards goals.
• Knowledge of standard office policies and procedures.
• Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in typing/word processing and use of personal computer/software.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy confidentiality.
• Ability to undertake self-directed tasks when necessary.
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
• Experience of working and or living in northern Nigeria will be advantage

Description of Benefits
Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.

Application Closing Date
4th May, 2016

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resumes, cover letters and references to: [email protected] The position being applied for should be the subject of the email

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.