Office Assistant at Forward in Action for Education, Poverty and Malnutrition

Forward in Action for Education, Poverty and Malnutrition (FAcE-PaM) is a not-for profit Non-Governmental organization duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in 1998 with registration number 11444. Our conception priority focus areas at inception were Education, Poverty and Malnutrition. Consequent to expanding needs and intervening challenges, we responded to them, leading to expansion of our areas of intervention and engagement. Although we have never lost focus, but over time, we have either been initiating or implementing (mostly in partnership or with support of donors) programs especially in the areas of Education, Peace Studies and Practice, Peace building and Conflict Management, Mediation, Promotion of peaceful elections, Gender and Disability issues, Water and Sanitation, Nutrition, Health (especially reproductive and public health), Orphans and Vulnerable Children, Human Rights, Democracy and Good Governance, Capacity Building and Mentoring of NGOs, CSOs, CDAs, etc.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Office Assistant

Locations: Jigawa, Kebbi
Project: CASCADE
Duration:1 Year
Reporting to: Administrative Officer / Project Manager

Role Overview

• The Office Assistant will support the smooth functioning of the CASCADE Project office by handling basic administrative tasks, maintaining a clean and organised workspace, and assisting with logistics.
• This role is essential to ensuring a productive environment for project staff working to improve nutrition outcomes for women and children.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the office premises
• Assist with photocopying, scanning, filing, and document handling
• Run errands, including banking, deliveries, and procurement pickups
• Provide hospitality support for visitors and events
• Assist staff with minor clerical tasks as needed
• Support logistics for meetings, trainings, and field activities
• Manage office supplies and track inventory

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum SSCE or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of office equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and local languages
• Reliable, respectful, and punctual
• Prior experience in a similar role preferred
• Good organisational and time management skills

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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