The Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) was founded on the 1st of April 1960 as an association of independent professional architects with the arms and objective of fostering friendship amongst members, cater for their welfare and establish mutual support and cooperation amongst them.
The Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA), a Professional Institute focused on the development of Architecture and healthy Professional relationships within and outside Nigeria, seeks applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacancies at its National Secretariat located in Abuja:
Job Position: Executive Secretary
Location: Abuja
Job Description
- The successful candidate will be responsible for the administration of the National Secretariat of the Institute as well as implementation of the Institute's activities and programmes, including decisions of its Executive Council.
Eligibility Requirements/Conditions
- Shall not be less than Thirty-five (35) years of age.
- Shall possess a Master's Degree in Architecture.
A degree in any of the following shall be of added advantage:
- Business Administration and,
- Public Administration; with a minimum of ten (10) years cognate experience, five (5) of which must have been in a Management position in a firm, similar organization or the Public Service.
- Evidence of familiarity with Architects' activities and computer literacy.
- Ability to lead a small but compact team, demonstrable initiative, honesty, integrity and excellent communication skills.
Application Closing Date
4th June, 2014.
Method of Application
Candidates' well typed applications should include photocopies of the following:
a) Educational Certificates and NYSC Discharge/Exemption/Exclusion Certificates, where applicable.
b) Professional Certificates where relevant.
c) Certificates of Achievement with respect to the relevant special competencies such as IT or Communication Skills.
d) Birth Certificates or Sworn Declaration of Age.
e) Detailed CV's showing:
- Previous positions held/duration.
- Specific tasks carried out with achievements,
- Preferment commendation/Awards received where relevant,
- References.
Completed Applications should be properly sealed in envelopes with the position being applied for clearly indicated at the top right corner, and forwarded to:
The Honourary General Secretary,
The Nigerian Institute of Architects,
Plot 216, Muazu Magaji, Off Patrick
Yakowa/Aminu Sale Crescent, Katampe,
Extension 819, Off Kubwa Expressway,
Abuja.
Or
[email protected],
[email protected]
NOTE:
(i) Evidence of computer literacy, demonstrable initiative, honesty, integrity and excellent communication skills is applicable to this position.
(ii) Only Shortlisted Applicants would be invited for the Interview.
(iii) Successful candidates would be required to subscribe to a code of conduct in tandem with the general expectations of the Institute.