Job Description
- We’re looking for an Administrative Specialist who is passionate about our mission of driving financial inclusion in Africa. The ideal candidate for this role should have a good understanding of business functions, good communication skills, good interpersonal skills and good organizational skills.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Plan and coordinate administrative procedures and systems and devise ways to streamline processes
- Ensure the smooth and adequate flow of information within the company to facilitate other business operations
- Manage schedules and deadlines
- Monitor inventory of office supplies and the purchasing of new material with attention to budgetary constraints
- Monitor costs and expenses to assist in budget preparation
- Oversee facilities services, maintenance activities and tradespersons (e.g., electricians)
- Organize and take charge of other office activities (recycling, renovations, event planning etc.)
- Ensure operations adhere to policies and regulations
- Keep abreast of all organizational changes and business developments
- Provide Chinese/mandarin translation services between expats when needed
Requirements:
- Minimum of HND in business administration or related field
- 3-5 years administrative experience
- Familiarity with financial and facilities management principles
- Familiarity with creating administrative policies and procedures
- Very good understanding of office management processes
- Experience with financial and facilities management principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Especially Excel & PowerPoint)
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills and an excellent team player
- Good time-management skills
- Great interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience of FINTECH will be an added advantage
- Ability to speak Chinese is an added advantage