Administrative Assistant at Health and Development Support Programme

The Administrative Assistant at Health and Development Support Programme (HANDS) plays a vital role in ensuring smooth office operations and efficient project execution within one of Nigeria’s most respected health-focused NGOs. HANDS has continued to impact communities through healthcare programs, research, policy advocacy, and development interventions. This latest opening is ideal for candidates seeking administrative roles within a mission-driven and impactful organization.

Health and Development Support Programme (HANDS) is known for promoting public health, health systems strengthening, and development in Nigeria. The organization seeks a diligent and proactive Administrative Assistant to support day-to-day administrative and clerical duties essential to program and office functionality.

This role is based in Abuja and provides a rare opportunity to work closely with professionals in public health and international development. If you have a keen eye for detail, are highly organized, and thrive in a structured work environment, then this role may be the perfect fit.

Location of Job
Abuja, Nigeria

Application Deadline
July 19, 2025

Job Type
Full-time, On-site

Key Responsibilities
The Administrative Assistant at Health and Development Support Programme will perform the following tasks:

Provide general administrative support to program and project teams
Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence
Maintain office files, records, and confidential documents
Organize meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and coordinate logistics
Maintain inventory of office supplies and handle procurement requests
Support financial and logistics coordination for program-related events
Assist with data entry, report preparation, and documentation
Serve as a liaison between departments and external partners

Requirements
Applicants for the position of Administrative Assistant at Health and Development Support Programme must meet the following criteria:

A minimum of OND, HND, or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or any related field
At least one year of experience in an administrative or office assistant role (NGO experience is an advantage)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams
Must be based in Abuja or willing to relocate

Why Work with HANDS?
Health and Development Support Programme offers a collaborative, mission-driven environment where employees are empowered to contribute meaningfully to public health initiatives. Working here provides:

A purposeful career with room for growth
Access to training and capacity-building resources
A structured yet flexible work culture
Exposure to health and development networks within Nigeria and internationally

Method Of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs and Cover Letters to: hr@handsnigeria.org using the job title e.g “Adhoc Administrative Assistant – Inclusive Education (North West Nigeria)” as the subject of the mail.