CBM Global
An inclusive world in which all people with disabilities enjoy their human rights and achieve their full potential.
While the world has been making progress in tackling poverty, people with disabilities are being left behind. CBM Global works alongside people with disabilities in the world’s poorest places to fight poverty and exclusion and transform lives.
Driven by Christian values, we seek out and work with the most marginalised in society, irrespective of race, gender or religion, recognising the equal worth of every individual.
Drawing on over 100 years’ experience and world-leading expertise in disability-inclusive community development and humanitarian action, inclusive eye health and community mental health, CBM Global works with partners to break the cycle of poverty and disability and build inclusive communities.
Our programmes across Africa, Asia and Latin America are developed and delivered with local partner organisations to ensure long-term transformation and accountability in communities we serve.
The Role
Admin Intern
Fixed-term contract for 1 year/Full-time
Reports to:
The Admin Intern will report to the HR and Admin Officer.
Job Overview
CBM Global Nigeria needs an Admin Intern who will provide operational and administrative support to the Country Office administrative team, perform a variety of coordination and logistical services in support of the operations of the Country Office, and assist with event planning and arrangements for the team.
S/he will provide effective and efficient support to the Country Administrative team to ensure the daily smooth running of the Country Office.
This includes administrative, logistical and information management assistance to Country team as well as supporting overall success in various projects and events.
This internship opportunity will foster growth within our dynamic team, offering valuable learning experiences to a detail-oriented and organized individual with strong communication skills who shares our commitment to excellence and teamwork.
Based: We welcome applications from those who live and have the right to work in Nigeria.
Hours: Full-time
Salary range: The salary offered will depend on skills and experience, as well as country of location. We offer a local contract
Responsibilities and Duties
- Work closely with the HR and Admin Officer to ensure smooth operation of all administrative matters.
- Welcome visitors to the Country Office while receiving documents at the front desk and directing to respective staff members.
- Perform clerical tasks such as filing, scanning documents into an electronic system, and making copies of documents.
- Support in taking attendance and minutes of regular Country Office meetings and other meetings as required.
- Organize, plan, and contribute to coordination of team activities (meetings, workshops, travel budgets).
- Act as the contact person for the administrative team during the absence of team members, following-up on any emergencies with appropriate team member(s), within the CBM Global Country Office.
- Assist in receiving of purchased goods and distributing them to each department and staff.
- Assist in filing of supporting documents/invoices linked to administration.
- Assist in staff recruitment process and interviews arrangement in cooperation with the HR and Admin Officer and relevant staff members.
- Provide assistance to HR and Admin Officer to manage monthly utility usages such as Country office beverages, stationery, etc while ensuring timely re-stocking of supplies.
- Provide updated reports to the HR and Admin Officer, and to CBM Global Country Director as requested.
- Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the Country Director, HR and Admin Officer and or the SMT
Safeguarding Responsibilities
Knowledge
In depth understanding of CBMG’s Safeguarding policy and the Code of Conduct, and how these are relevant to their work.
Knows and considers the power people think they hold because of their position at CBMG and takes care not to abuse it by treating everyone with respect.
Considers their personal values and biases, taking care these do not negatively impact on how they interact with and treat the different individuals they will come across during their work at CBMG.
Skills
Able to report and escalate safeguarding concerns appropriately. Challenges inappropriate behaviours of peers. Able to implement safeguarding requirements in their area of responsibility.
Behaviours
Acts as a role model for CBMG’s commitment to zero-tolerance for abuse, do no harm and safeguarding standards.
Key outcomes expected from this role
- Efficient Administrative Support: Administrative tasks handled in a timely and professional manner.
- Problem-Solving and Initiative: Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving, taking initiative to identify and address administrative challenges as they arise. Be resourceful and solution-oriented in handling tasks and requests.
- Adaptability and Flexibility: Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in handling various tasks and responsibilities. Be open to learning and acquiring new skills that contribute to your growth and effectiveness as an admin intern.
CBM Global welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and people with lived experience of disability.
Experience and knowledge
- Experience working with partners (organizations of persons with disabilities, civil society, faith-based, government and INGOs, etc.) *
- Working knowledge of computers, especially MS Word, Excel, power point, Outlook, internet navigation and various office applications
Job opportunities
Skills/competencies/personal qualities
- Capacity to handle multiple responsibilities at the same time.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision and develop creative solutions.
- Self-driven and can relate well to people of various backgrounds and positions.
- Good analytical skills.
- Ability to work and deliver outputs under pressure.
- Fluent in English language (verbal and written)
Qualifications
- University degree or equivalent in any field with minimum of two years’ experience in an administrative and logistics capacity related to disability and development.
Employee Benefits
- We offer flexibility and working from home arrangements.
- As part of our commitment with inclusion, CBM Global aims to encourage applications from people with disabilities and those with health conditions. We have a comprehensive equality and diversity policy.
Useful Information
Shortlisting and Interviews
CBM Global is an equal opportunities employer, committed to ensuring all applications are treated fairly.
All applications are subject to our shortlisting process; if you are shortlisted we will contact you and invite you to attend an online interview.
You will also be advised at this point if there will be any skills tasks to complete as part of the recruitment process.