Head of Office – Abuja At 3iS

Organization

3iS is a non-for-profit organization that provides information management services to humanitarian and development organizations. Through information management, we help our partners target assistance to the world’s most vulnerable populations, and we support local authorities and institutions to enhance their capacities and become autonomous in their internal data and information management activities.

Scope of work

Support the efficient management of the organization’s administrative operations, providing support to ensure smooth and effective operations. Support the Country Representative to oversee the different projects.

This position reports operationally to the Country Representative and has technical supervision from HQ (Finance/HR Coordinator, Security/Logistics Coordinator and Operations Director).

Description of Duties

Operational & Administrative Management

  • Compliance: ensure compliance with 3iS policies as well as Donor’s regulations across all support functions. Ensure alignment to local governmental requirements. Oversee auditing processes at Country office level, in close coordination with the Country Representative, and in direct collaboration with the support team and HQ.
  • Human resources: act as hiring manager for the recruitments needed, in close coordination with the Project Manager/Country Representative. Ensure adherence to 3iS policies in terms of recruitment, sign Recruitment Requests, participate to the screening of applications, correction of tests, and conduct interviews.
  • Administrative & Financial Validation: Act as the designated line manager for the review and approval of key administrative documents, including staff timesheets, leave requests, and consultant invoices/payrolls, expenditures reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Procurement Supervision: Oversee procurement processes for the project as the Budget Holder, providing feedback for purchases and ensuring the development, update of and adherence to the procurement plan from a programmatic perspective. Ensure liaison with the procurement and finance focal points in each Country and HQ.
  • Operational financial responsibility: Support the Country Representative with budget monitoring and donor reporting by gathering financial documentation, reviewing expense reports, and helping to ensure compliance with organizational and donor policies.

Partnership & Stakeholder Coordination

  • Stakeholder Coordination: Support the Country Representative in maintaining relationships with key stakeholders by organizing meetings, preparing briefing materials, and following up on action points as requested.
  • Assist in the coordination of project events, workshops, and training sessions.

Project & knowledge management

  • Provide general administrative support to the project team to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
  • Maintain project documentation and ensure systematic archiving of programmatic, administrative, and financial records.

Working conditions

Type of contract: TBD
Duty station: Abuja, Nigeria
Salary: 3,100,000 – 3,600,000 NGN (monthly gross salary)
Expected start date: 1 June 2026
Duration: 6 months (renewable based on performance and funding)

Requirements

Education

  • A master’s degree in business administration, Economics, International Relations, or related field.

Languages

  • Fluency in English (spoken and written) is mandatory.

Experience

  • Minimum of 5 to 7 years of professional experience in an administrative, financial, or Country office support role, preferably within an NGO.
  • Demonstrable experience with administrative and financial procedures, including procurement, budget tracking, and invoice processing.
  • Experience managing a team.
  • Knowledge of Nigerian labor law and regulations.
  • Proven ability to liaise with personnel of different cultures/Countries and backgrounds.
  • Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a part-time capacity.
  • Experience and ability to work flexible working hours in alignment with the project’s needs.

Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Strong understanding of operational best practices in the non-profit sector.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
  • Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Guiding Principles

Personnel are expected to respect local cultures and 3iS’ policies, procedures, and values at all times. 3iS has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, human trafficking, and child abuse. 3iS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to apply

Please apply via this link: https://3is.org/job-openings/