Administrative Manager

About the role

The Administrative Manager will lead all operational, human‑resource and facilities functions for our school in Lagos. This senior position ensures smooth daily administration, compliance with education regulations, and a safe learning environment.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies, recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, and staff record management.
• Handle attendance, leave, disciplinary actions, grievance investigations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate daily administrative tasks, correspondence, calendar management, newsletters and official documentation.
• Maintain accurate data entry and reporting using systems such as LASGEMS.
• Supervise maintenance of buildings, grounds, buses, equipment and oversee janitorial and security teams.
• Ensure health, safety and emergency procedures are followed.
• Organise major school events, student trips, community activities and staff social functions.
• Manage departmental budget, procurement of supplies, equipment and oversee stock control.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in administration, management, education or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in school administration or a comparable senior role.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when required.

Required skills

• Proficiency with LASGEMS data management system.

What we offer

• Competitive monthly salary of NGN 250,000.
• Opportunity to contribute to dyslexia education and support in Nigeria.
• Professional development and a collaborative work environment.