Call for Applications: Executive Assistant to the Executive Director/CEO, Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ)
Job Title: Executive Assistant
Reports to: Executive Director/CEO
Location: Lagos
Are you passionate about journalism, human rights media, equity, democracy, excellence and leadership? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and have a flair for organisation, communication, and strategic thinking? The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Executive Assistant to support the Executive Director/CEO in advancing the organisation’s vision and mission.
About WSCIJ
Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) is a not-for-profit, non-governmental organisation that uses the mechanism of investigative reporting as a tool for accountable democracy, good governance and social justice.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Assistance:
- Provide high-level programmes, operations and administrative support to the Executive Director/CEO, including managing objectives and goals, schedules, correspondence, travel arrangements, and meeting preparation and execution.
- Oversee the implementation all programmes, ensuring alignment with the WSCIJ’s vision and objectives.
- Lead partnership and collaborative efforts for journalism, programmes and financial expansion.
- Serve as a liaison between the ED/CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
- Prepare and edit presentations, reports, evaluations, and other official documents.
- Coordinate key organisational events, meetings, and initiatives.
- Develop and manage programme timelines, deliverables, and budgets.
- Coordinate mentorship sessions, training workshops, and public presentations for the office of the ED/CEO and the organisation.
- Ensure the ED/CEO’s priorities and goals are effectively communicated and achieved.
Requirements
Education: Higher education
Experience: At least 5 years of experience (after NYSC) in executive assistance, programme management, non-governmental organisation, academia and or journalism/media-related roles.
Skills:
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- Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
- Strong project and programme management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.
- Proven capacity for data and knowledge management
- Familiarity with journalism, media and democracy issues
- Capacity to effectively handle digital media
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Understanding of new technologies related to the role
Personal Attributes:
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- Strong leadership
- A can-do spirit
- Commitment to excellence
- Confidence
- Flair for details
- Passion for ethical journalism and gender equity.
- High level of discretion
- Commitment to professionalism.
- Strategic thinker
- Proactiveness
- Innovation
- Respect for individuals and community
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of investigative journalism, democracy, social justice and development
- Get opportunities for professional growth and networking within the media and development sectors.
- Work in an organisation that is as humane as it is disciplined.
- Join collaborative and inspiring work environment.
Application Process
Interested candidates should send the following documents to career@wscij.org
- A detailed CV (maximum 2 pages) and cover letter (maximum 1 page), combined in a single document, outlining your qualifications, experience, and personal statement showing how your personal attributes, education, experience and skills fit the role.
- Contact details of two professional referees.
Application Deadline: [27th December 2024]
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
