ActionAid is recruiting

ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) is one of ActionAid Country Programmes around the world. ActionAid an International Non-Governmental organisation registered in the Netherlands and headquartered in Johannesburg South Africa. ActionAid International works in about 50 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, Australia and the Americas. 22 of these country programmes, affiliates or associate are in Africa and are led by Africans. We have been doing development work on the continent since 1972 and in Nigeria since 1999. ActionAid works with the poor and excluded in Africa, promoting values and commitment in civil society, institutions and governments with the aim of achieving structural changes in order to eradicate injustices and poverty in the world.

To effectively consolidate on our new country strategy, AAN is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Personal Assistant to the Country Director





Experience
At least three years post NYSC experience in Administration and/or programmes & Excellent working knowledge of Excel, Word & Outlook (MS Office in general) & experience in handling cash are essential.
At least 1 year experience in a similar position is essential
Office administration experience & experience in working with international development agencies are desirable.

Skill/ Abilities
Excellent reporting skills, attention to details; fluency in spoken and written English language;
Ability to work independently and in a team & highly numerate skills are essential.
Excellent planning and prioritization skills & strong analytical/problem solving skills are desirable.


Personal Qualities
Well developed and proven interpersonal & organisational management skills with high integrity,
Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment, creative and should be able to take initiative;
Should be ready to work additional hours at crucial times; ability to travel are essential.

How to Apply

All interested candidates should fill in the application form as accessed from the placation pack on www.actionaid-nigeria.org The application pack contains the Vacancy announcement, Job Description and Application form.

ActionAid offers competitive terms of employment. Applications from women are particularly welcome.

Applications are also particularly welcome from candidates living with HIV/AIDs (PLWHAs).

Closing date for receipt of application forms is 17th July, 2009. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only electronically completed application forms will be entertained and should be mailed to vacancy.nigeria@actionaid.org. Applications will ONLY be considered if submitted on AAN’s Standard Application forms.