Administrative and Communication Assistant

Job description:

DUTIES:

• Conduct interviews for institution and official functions.
• Provide communication backstopping for exhibitions, events, and institution activities.
• Generate and write stories for the institution newsletter (bulletin and Talking Drums).
• Assist the Scientist and team member with day-to-day administrative processes.
• Facilitate organization of project meeting, events and travel.
• Perform any other job-related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION:

BSc/HND in Mass Communication, Public Administration or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:

• Have a positive attitude, strong team spirit and the ability to work well in a diverse team.
• Be well organized, able to multitask and work under pressure to meet deadlines with keen attention to details.
• Be fluent in Hausa language (speaking and writing).
• Be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) with demonstrated experience with setting up and providing support for online meeting using Zoom or MS Teams.
• Have photography skills, report writing and event coverage.
• Have excellent writing and oral communication skills.

Benefits

We offer highly competitive salaries with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

Job Type: Full time(3-year renewable contract)