Protocol Assistant at AS Operations West Africa Limited (ASO)

AS Operations West Africa Limited (ASO), is a Nigeria-registered subsidiary of Adam Smith International (ASI). ASO provides operational support to three DFID-funded projects in Nigeria, i.e. NIAF, GEMS and ENABLE. Operational services include IT and Communications; Residential and Hotel Accommodations; Administrative Support; Domestic Ground and Air Transportation; International Travel and Protocol; and, Security Services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Protocol Assistant

Location: Abuja

Job Description

• This contract position is based in Abuja. Hours of Work are Monday - Friday 08hr30 to 17hrs30. Some overtime work is required.
• Overseeing the visa program
• Liaising with key vendors to ensure services are delivering in a quick and efficient manner and delays are brought to the attention of the Assistant General Manager
• Acting as the first point of contact for all logistics correspondence with the client
• Negotiating acceptable rates with local hotels and approved taxi companies
• Day to day management of the ASO vehicle fleet in Abuja to ensure prompt service
• Maintaining accurate records for each vehicle in ASO’s
• Proactive monitoring of the fleet for road worthiness and ensuring vehicles remain well-maintained
• Ensuring adherence to Journey Management SOPs
• Monitoring of fuel consumption and timely retirement of purchases
• Monitoring and timely renewal of Cotrac vehicle tracking licenses and insurance documentation
• Proactively monitoring road conditions on regularly traveled routes and reporting changes to Security

Educational and Experience

• This position requires a first degree in a related subject
• This position requires 5-7 years of similar and progressive experience with a demonstrated advanced understanding of the Nigeria Immigration Service and the issuance of visas

Application Closing Date
16hr 00, 8th December 2018.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application package to: gm@asoperations.com

Your application package must include:

• A cover letter explaining why you are a suitable candidate for this position;
• A recent CV clearing showing past positions that meet the experience requirement of the position; and
• A list of three work references and their contact details.

Note: ASO would like to thank all interested applicants however only those who meet the education and experience criteria and who submit a completed application package will be contacted.