Job Position for Program Assistant
Job Opportunity: Program Assistant
Organization: Pathfinder International
Requisition Number: PROGR002592
Location: Asokoro, Abuja (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-Time | Technical Services
Travel Requirement: Minimum 30% travel
Application Deadline: September 10, 2026
Position Overview
Pathfinder International is seeking a dedicated Program Assistant to deliver comprehensive administrative, logistical, and programmatic support for project implementation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in project coordination, documentation, stakeholder engagement, activity retirement, meeting logistics, and data management across target locations.
Key Responsibilities
Program Coordination
Track and update AIM-MNCNH project activities across 16 states using designated trackers and templates.
Prepare, edit, and update manuals, reports, presentations, and core project materials.
Participate actively in cross-functional project teams to support program execution.
Follow up on action points with state focal persons, Technical Working Groups, partners, and advocacy champions.
Activities and Event Logistics
Coordinate venue bookings, travel, accommodation, agendas, registration, and logistics for project activities.
Assist in organizing advocacy events, partner meetings, and virtual sessions focused on maternal and newborn mortality reduction.
Reporting and Documentation
Compile weekly, monthly, and quarterly project reports and maintain electronic/hard-copy filing systems.
Process vendor invoices and submit documentation to the Finance department promptly.
Capture lessons learned, document best practices, and facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions.
Database Management & Data Analysis
Collate state-level data to update Action Plan Trackers, DHIS summaries, and RMNCHN activity records.
Assist with reviewing, formatting, and analyzing project data for reporting and decision-making.
Communication & Visibility
Support media engagement, social media content generation, newsletters, success stories, and policy dissemination.
Qualifications & Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience).
Experience: Minimum 1 year of professional experience in program coordination, administrative support, report writing, or project implementation.
Sector Knowledge: Prior experience with NGOs, donor-funded projects, or health initiatives (RMNCH/MNCH/advocacy preferred).
Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and data handling.
Competencies: Strong organizational skills, effective written/verbal English communication, data confidentiality, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Information
Pathfinder Nigeria does not provide a relocation allowance for this role.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated resume through the official Pathfinder International careers portal before the deadline.
