Program Assistant

Description

Role: Full Time

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Deadline for Submission: 25th September 2026

Salary Range: Annual Basic NGN 12,635, 436 - 14,500,000

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

About Us

Founded in 1992, Nutrition International is a global organization dedicated to delivering proven nutrition interventions to those who need them most. Working in partnership with countries, donors and implementers, our experts conduct cutting-edge nutrition research, support critical policy formulation, and integrate nutrition into broader development programs. In more than 60 countries, primarily in Asia and Africa, Nutrition International nourishes people to nourish life.

For more than 30 years now, Nutrition International has focused on delivering low-cost, high-impact, nutrition interventions to people in need, driven by our mission to achieve a world where everyone, everywhere, is free from malnutrition and able to reach their full potential. Nutrition International’s work is guided by a dedicated and talented team of experts working globally, regionally and within countries to end malnutrition worldwide.

About the role

The Program Assistant is to provide high-quality program, project coordination and administrative support that enables the effective planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of Nutrition International’s programs. The Program Assistant ensures efficient coordination of grants, contracts, meetings, budgets, documentation and program operations while maintaining compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements and internal systems.

Key responsibilities 

• Assist Program Officers in preparing all necessary documentation related to program activities, in line with Program Finance Processes and Procedures manual, including grant agreements, contracts, purchase orders, travel Letters, budget reallocations, project extensions and/or amendments, project completion reports, and the regular project completion reports and project summaries.
• Prepare and process program documentation including grant agreements, contracts, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, travel authorizations, travel letters, project extensions, amendments and close-out documentation.
• Lead in the preparation of contracting documents which include P-REQs, PRFs, Project Closure Sheets, and draft contracts in CLM and travel letters.
• Support the project in activity implementation as may be required through field travels, registration and preparation of participant’s attendance lists and participant payment forms
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, workshops, trainings and field activities, including participant registration, travel arrangements and payment documentation.
• Coordinate procurement and logistics for program activities, including sourcing quotations, preparing procurement documentation, arranging vehicle hire, and liaising with vendors in compliance with organizational procurement policies.
• Facilitate timely procurement processes by obtaining competitive quotations, maintaining procurement records, following up with suppliers, and ensuring goods and services are delivered in accordance with approved specifications and timelines.
• Assist the line manager in scheduling program meetings, attend and take detailed notes as required.

Education/Professional Designations/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or other related field from a recognized university or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• 3 - 5 years of relevant administrative and program support experience
• Experience working with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience working with database, an asset.

Other Specific Skill Requirements

• Ability to plan and organize work to meet deadlines
• Ability to accommodate to new situations within the organization (flexibility)
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing

A competitive market pay, health benefits, pension plan, flexible work hours, vacation, support for learning and development opportunities and health and wellness. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.

Safeguarding Commitment

Nutrition International upholds a zero-tolerance policy on safeguarding concerns and sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH). Following the principles of the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, reference checks will include safeguarding verifications with previous employers. By applying to this position, candidates acknowledge and consent to these reference checks being conducted with previous employers.

Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.

How to Apply

For more detailed information about the role, please click on the attached Job Description

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