Technical Assistant at Wootlab Innovations

Wootlab Innovations is a fast-growing software development and technology training company focused on empowering individuals and businesses in Africa. We provide comprehensive training programs and cutting-edge software solutions to drive innovation and growth in the technology sector.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Assistant

Location: Abuja
Job type: Full time

Role Purpose

• The Technical Assistant to the COO provides high-level technical, administrative, and operational support to ensure the effective execution of organisational priorities.
• The role requires a highly organised, proactive, and analytical individual who can anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, coordinate cross-functional activities, and support technical decision-making.
• This is more than an administrative role.
• The successful candidate will serve as a trusted partner to the COO by managing information, coordinating projects, conducting research, and ensuring timely follow-through on key organisational priorities.

Key Responsibilities
Technical Support:

• Manage the COO's calendar, meetings, travel, and daily schedule.
• Prepare technical briefs, presentations, reports, and correspondence.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, including agendas, minutes, and action tracking.
• Manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Operations & Project Coordination:

• Track organisational priorities, project milestones, and action items on behalf of the COO.
• Follow up with teams to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and support project execution.
• Maintain technical dashboards and provide regular progress updates.

Research & Strategic Support:

• Conduct research on industry trends, funding opportunities, strategic partnerships, and market developments.
• Analyse information and prepare concise summaries to support technical decisions.
• Assist with proposal development, presentations, and business documentation.

Stakeholder & Office Coordination:

• Serve as the first point of coordination between the COO and internal teams, partners, and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, workshops, and technical engagements.
• Support the smooth running of the COO's office and ensure effective communication across departments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Computer Science, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience supporting senior executives in a corporate, technology, consulting, or development organisation.
• Experience coordinating projects and working across multiple teams is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Google Drive, MS and collaboration tools (Trello, Slack)
• Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment.
• Professional, proactive, and adaptable with a strong sense of ownership

Application Closing Date
Not Specified. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online