Vacancy for an Accounts & Admin Assistant at Universal Learning Solutions, Abuja


Universal Learning Solutions is a UK-based social enterprise that works with government, educators and donors around the world to provide bespoke services that deliver innovative literacy solutions. We operate on a not-for-profit basis. Our work is driven simply by the desire to help as many children as possible experience the wonder of reading and writing. We are recruiting to fill the position below:   Job Title: Accounts & Admin Assistant Location: Abuja Core Responsibilities

  • Monitoring and evaluating internal controls
  • Follow up on nationwide teams to ensure adherence to the organization’s finance policy
  • Maintain an up-to-date filing system (both paper and electronic) and databases related to work
  • Perform administrative tasks such as arrangements for meetings and other events, flights and hotel reservations
  • Verifying receipts and expenditure in line with company policies and procedures
  • Maintaining financial records
  • Consult to clarify the application of new financial procedures and rules
  • Other tasks as delegated by ULSI HQ staff
Desirable Qualities
  • Integrity: To work honestly, openly, impartially and in accordance with the values of the organization.
  • Professionalism and Team Work: To work in a competent, committed and calm manner and to cooperate at various levels
  • Planning and Organizing: To plan, organize and manage work in both a time and cost effective manner with greatest efficiency
  • Communication and Trust: To communicate effectively and build trust.
  • A good knowledge of Abuja road networks would be an advantage.
  • Respect for Diversity: To work effectively, respectfully and inclusively with people from different backgrounds and with different perspectives.
Education Requirements
  • A good level of school/college education and a willingness to undertake extra study.
  • Minimum of 2.1 in preferably Accounting, Business admin or other social sciences would be an advantage.
Work Experience
  • 0 - 2 years entry level position. Youth corpers are encouraged to apply.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office would be an advantage
Work hours:
  • Up to 32 hours a week to be agreed with your manager
Remuneration N40,000 to N50,000 depending on education and experience.   How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected]     Application Deadline  2nd December, 2018.