School Administrative Officer at MBIS International

MBIS International is a growing nursery and primary school delivering the British Curriculum. The school is committed to maintaining high standards of teaching, learning and pupil achievement.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: School Administrative Officer

Location: Ibadan, Oyo 
Employment Type: Full-time

The Opportunity

• We are seeking a professional, well-presented and highly dependable School Administrative Officer to support front office operations and work closely with the School Operations Manager.
• This role serves as the first point of contact for pupils, parents and visitors, and plays an important part in shaping the daily experience and overall impression of the school.

The Role

• The School Administrative Officer will ensure the smooth running of the front office and provide essential administrative support across the school.

Key Responsibilities
Core responsibilities include:

• Serve as the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors, ensuring a professional, welcoming and well-managed front office experience.
• Manage visitor reception and access procedures in accordance with the school's safeguarding and operational standards.
• Respond to enquiries professionally, ensuring accurate information is provided and matters are directed appropriately.
• Maintain accurate pupil attendance, punctuality and absence records, ensuring timely follow-up where required.
• Provide administrative support to the School Operations Manager, ensuring school records, documentation and office systems remain organised and up to date.
• Coordinate the effective management of school calendars, notice boards and routine communications, ensuring information is accurate, current and well presented.
• Maintain a professional, organised and efficient reception and office environment that reflects the school's standards.
• Provide administrative support for meetings, events and other school activities as required.

The Ideal Candidate

• We are seeking a professional and personable individual who combines warmth with professionalism, presenting a polished appearance, a composed front-facing presence and the attention to detail required to excel in a formal school environment.

The successful candidate will have:

• A Degree or HND in Business Administration, Office Management, Education Management, Public Administration or a related discipline
• A minimum of three years' post-NYSC experience in an administrative role, preferably within a school or other professional service environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the maturity and judgement to engage confidently and professionally with parents, staff and visitors.
• Strong organisational skills, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and follow-through.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and confidence working with digital systems, databases and administrative platforms.
• Clear and legible handwriting suitable for maintaining accurate, professional and well-presented records.
• A proactive and dependable approach to work, with the ability to take initiative, anticipate needs and maintain high standards with minimal supervision.

Remuneration
N150,000 - N180,000 per month depending on experience and suitability for the role.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Applications to: eyfsrecruitment@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.

Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:

• A one-page CV
• A one-page handwritten statement explaining suitability for the role
• A recent professional photograph.