Administrative Assistant - Lagos

Job summary

We are seeking a dependable and organized Administrative Assistant to support the daily operations of our student recruitment office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for students, parents, and partner institutions — in person, by phone, and via email.
• Provide accurate information about programs, admissions, and general enquiries.
• Assist with student application processing, data entry, and maintaining applicant records in the CRM/database.
• Support recruitment officers in preparing materials for student fairs, presentations, and events.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, interviews, and office appointments.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and simple promotional documents as required.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (additional education in office administration, marketing, or business preferred).
• Previous experience in an administrative, front-desk, or student support role — ideally within an educational or recruitment setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; familiarity with CRM systems is an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Reliable, professional, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Friendly, approachable, and customer service–oriented.
• Detail-focused and efficient.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Comfortable handling both office tasks and light cleaning duties as needed.

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