Office Manager

EDC is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms. EDC designs, implements and evaluates programs to improve education, health, and economic opportunity worldwide. Collaborating with both public and private partners, we strive for a world where all people are empowered to live healthy, productive lives.

Position: Office Manager

Position Requirements 

The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria equitably and sustainably.  The Sokoto Office Manager will be responsible for organizing and coordinating office operations in order to ensure organizational effectiveness and efficiency. This position is based in Sokoto, Nigeria, and will report to the Finance and Administration Officer. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Organize office operations   
• Prepare time sheets 
• Control correspondences 
• Review and approve supply requisitions 
• Maintain office equipment 
• Assign and monitor clerical and secretarial functions 
• Maintain office records 
• Ensure filing systems are maintained and up to date 
• Ensure protection and security of files and records 
• Ensure effective transfer of files and records 
• Transfer and dispose records according to retention schedules and policies 
• Ensure personnel files are up to date and secure 
• Maintain and replenish inventory 
• Check stock to determine inventory levels 
• Anticipate needed supplies 
• Verify receipt of supply

Skills and Experience 

Candidates for this position must have at least five years of experience in office management and administration. Experience working with education programs is preferred. Candidates must be knowledgeable about USAID Rules and Regulations and demonstrate previous experience working on USAID-funded projects is preferred. 

Education 

The candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree.