• Application Deadline: Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Hostel Administrator



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 4 - 5 years



• Location




• City Lagos Island




• Job Field Administration / Secretarial  , Education / Teaching 
  
  

SALARY: ₦400,000 per month

ACCOMMODATION: On-site accommodation provided (successful candidate must reside within the hostel facility)

JOB SUMMARY:

The Hostel Administrator is responsible for the overall management of the university hostel, ensuring a safe, orderly, and conducive living environment for students while maintaining operational efficiency and compliance with institutional standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Hostel Operations Management

• Oversee daily running of the hostel facility 


• Ensure smooth allocation and reallocation of rooms 


• Monitor occupancy levels and bed space utilization 


• Maintain proper hostel documentation and records 

Student Welfare & Discipline

• Enforce hostel rules and regulations 


• Address student concerns, complaints, and welfare issues 


• Manage conflicts among students and ensure peaceful coexistence 


• Support student wellbeing and promote a positive residential culture 

Facility Maintenance & Housekeeping

• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are consistently maintained 


• Inspect hostel facilities regularly for faults or damages 


• Coordinate repairs and maintenance with relevant departments 


• Monitor water supply, electricity, and general utilities 

Security & Safety Management

• Liaise with security personnel to maintain order within the hostel 


• Enforce access control and visitor regulations 


• Ensure emergency procedures and safety protocols are observed 


• Respond promptly to incidents and emergencies 

Staff Supervision & Coordination

• Supervise hostel attendants, cleaners, and support staff 


• Assign duties and monitor staff performance 


• Ensure compliance with work schedules and standards 


• Provide guidance and daily operational direction to staff 

Administrative & Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate hostel records (occupancy, incidents, maintenance logs, etc.) 


• Prepare periodic reports for management review 


• Track hostel inventory and basic consumables 


• Document incidents and follow up on resolutions 

Communication & Reporting

• Serve as the primary link between students and management 


• Communicate hostel policies and updates to students  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field 


• 5 years of relevant experience in hostel administration, facility management, or student residential services 


• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills 


• Ability to manage students and maintain discipline effectively 


• Good administrative and record-keeping abilities 


• Experience in a university or residential environment is an added advantage