Project Administrator
About the Role
- The Project Administrator will play a pivotal role in supporting the smooth execution of operations for the Rivers State Institute.
- This individual will be responsible for coordinating administrative functions, ensuring efficient communication among project stakeholders, and assisting with academic and operational planning.
- The ideal candidate is a university graduate with a background in administration and coordination, preferably with some teaching experience or involvement in academic institutions. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented, and organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain project timelines, documentation, and reports, ensuring all administrative records are up to date.
- Serve as the primary liaison between project teams, faculty, government agencies, and external partners.
- Organize meetings, take minutes, track action points, and follow up on deliverables.
- Assist in coordinating training sessions, stakeholder engagements, and workshops.
- Handle document control, ensuring proper filing and retrieval of project-related documents.
- Work closely with faculty and program coordinators to support curriculum development and training schedules.
- Assist with faculty onboarding, ensuring that trainers and instructors have necessary resources and materials.
- Support student application processing, admissions, and record-keeping.
- Ensure compliance with educational policies, accreditation requirements, and institutional guidelines.
- Coordinate logistics for project meetings, workshops, and on-site activities.
- Ensure office supplies, teaching materials, and operational needs are well stocked.
- Manage scheduling and venue arrangements for key project activities.
- Support the project team in tracking progress, compiling reports, and ensuring key milestones are met.
- Maintain an up-to-date database of stakeholders, faculty, and student records.
- Assist in preparing weekly/monthly progress reports for project leadership and government partners.
Qualifications & Skills Required
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Education, Public Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
Experience:
- 1-3 years of experience in administrative coordination, project administration, or academic support.
- Teaching experience (preferred), particularly in vocational or higher education settings.
- Experience working with government agencies, corporate organizations, or educational institutions is an advantage.
Key Competencies:
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google office tools.
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities efficiently.
- Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
- Familiarity with educational administration, accreditation processes, and curriculum support is a plus.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@delyorkgroup.com using the job title & Location (Project Administrator, PH) as the subject of the mail.