Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2 (PATHS2) Job Vacancies in Lagos, May 14th 2015

The Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2 (PATHS2) is seeking to fill positions based in the Lagos Office.


Job Title:   Administrative Assistant

• Under the direction of the Finance & Administration Manager, s/he will provide a variety of administrative and logistical support in the Lagos Office.
• In addition, the job holder will provide assistance in office supply procurements by conducting research on vendors and obtaining price quotations.
• Make arrangements for meetlnqs, workshops, and other project activities, assist in the maintenance of fixed assets and inventory.

• Secondary School (minimum), or a Business School Certificate or Bachelor Degree in a Social Science (desirable).
• 2 years of relevant work experience. Demonstrable ability to write and communicate in English language.
• Proficient in the use and application of Microsoft office tools.
• 25% travel within and outside of Lagos State.

• Will perform routine maintenance tasks around the office.
• Also check and replenish stock.
• S/he will serve as the initial point of contact for the program administrative and logistical operations.
• In addition, perform general clerical duties, such as photocopying/ faxing, scanning/mailing, and filing.
• Maintain hard copy and electronic filing systems in the office.

• Secondary School completion (minimum) or a Bachelor Degree (desirable), two years experience in office assistance or other relevant work.

• Will oversee the implementation of, and compliance with, Programme financial and administrative procedures.
• S/he will be responsible for the preparation, consolidation, and review of internal accounting requirements and
• financial reports for Programme offices in the Lagos Office.
• Maintain approved systems of accountability by ensuring compliance with all Abt Associates Nigeria/PATHS2 operational procedures and policies.
• Lead the financial management of the state office.
• Also, develop monthly financial reports and statements, and maintain all financial records, including/reconciling bank accounts/statements operated at the state level.
• Prepare activity budgets, annual budqets, cash flow and budget monitoring records, in collaboration with relevant technical staff.
• S/he will conduct frequent audits and checks on procurement, store, vehicle management and other internal systems.
• Ensure that the approved estimates or expenditure on budget items are as much as possible not exceeded, but controlled at all times.

• Bachelor Degree (minimum) or a Master Degree (preferred) in Accounting, plus at least six years of professionai experience in accounting and administration. Must be a fully- certified Chartered Accountant (ICAN) membership strongly preferred).
• Significant experience in the use of QuickBooks Accounting Software (Preferred) and with international donor Programmes is desirable.

• Will perform the operations, maintenance and management of project vehicles, including routine maintenance, registration, tagging, as well as providing transportation for project activities for National/Federal/Headquarter Teams.
• Perform project routine business in the specific state office, such as receiving and delivering official project documentation.

• Valid Nigerian driver's license, plus at least six months prior experience in commercial driving, completion of Secondary School is highly desirable with excellent driving record.