Administrative / Facility Liaison Officer at News Central TV

This is News Central! We are not just another news channel; we are a megaphone for a people often unheard. Forget biased narratives and cookie-cutter stories – here, diverse voices take center stage, fearlessly reporting on what matters most. We challenge dominant narratives, analyse trends, reveal fresh perspectives and ignite conversations that can truly transform the society.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Administrative / Facility Liaison Officer

Location: Abuja

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day office operations and ensure a smooth work environment.
• Maintain organised documentation and accurate records.
• Schedule meetings, coordinate logistics, and manage calendars.
• Serve as a communication link between departments, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Support procurement and vendor relationships to ensure timely service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and administrative procedures.
• Prepare reports, handle correspondence, and provide general support to management.
• Prepare regular reports on expenses and office budgets.
• Organise a filing system for important and confidential company documents.
• Book meeting rooms as required.
• Distribute and store correspondence (e.g., letters, emails and packages).
• Prepare reports and presentations with statistical data, as assigned.
• Arrange travel and accommodations.
• Schedule in-house and external events.
• Arrange travel and accommodation for staff as required.
• Schedule in-house and external events.
• Coordinate and oversee the sanitation/cleaning team to ensure a clean, safe, and functional work environment.
• Liaise with the Lagos Admin Officer/Team Lead to maintain consistent standards across locations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the organization and facility-related vendors, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate building maintenance, repairs, and infrastructure upgrades to ensure a fully functional workplace.
• Monitor facility conditions and report issues promptly for resolution.
• Facilitate permit renewals, statutory inspections, and ensure compliance with HSE and regulatory standards.
• Manage service level agreements and oversee contractor performance.
• Collaborate with security, housekeeping, and maintenance teams to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation of facility activities, repairs, and regulatory interactions.
• Assist in emergency preparedness planning and facility-related contingency measures.
• Implement preventive maintenance schedules and oversee utility management (power, HVAC, lighting, etc.).
• Support office space planning, workspace allocation, and facility setup for internal and external events.

Person Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Mass Communication, or related field.
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in an administrative or liaison role, preferably within a media or fast-paced corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of corporate communications and stakeholder engagement practices.
• Proven work experience as an Administrative Officer, Administrator or similar role.
• Experience with office management software like MS Office (MS Excel and MS Word, specifically).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of corporate communications and stakeholder engagement.
• Prior experience working with regulatory bodies is an added advantage.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of HSE practices and facility safety procedures.
• Negotiation skills (for dealing with vendors).
• Crisis management.
• Confidentiality and discretion.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@newscentral.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.