Program Assistant

Deadline: 10th December, 2026

Position Start Time: Immediately

Term: Permanent    

Location: Fully Remote -   Nigeria

Role Overview:

As the Program Assistant, you will primarily provide program support for Surge Africa’s operations. On a secondary note, you will handle administrative tasks such as assisting with hiring, expense tracking and Human Resources. Read more here. This role is fully remote. 

Responsibilities:

• Assists in organising programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organisation

• Assists team members in preparing and formatting documents, including Slides/PowerPoint presentations

• Continuously reviews and improves program evaluation, delivery and methodologies

• Develops and maintains an efficient filing system for the team, including assistance in processing applications for proposals as required and maintains a tracking system of responses to proposals

• Maintaining office calendars and sending out reminders of impending appointments

• Coordinates the translation, proofreading and editing of documents as required

• Assists in organising regular team meetings and conference calls/video conferences, including the preparation and distribution of documents

• Attending staff meetings and taking minutes with the assistance of and coordination with the Program team as required

• Assisting in managing the budget for special and routine events

• Making reservations for various off-site business meetings and events

• Relaying internal emails to staff

• Assists in the orientation of new employees, providing them with the necessary documents and materials for orientation

• Assists with payroll management

• Performs other related duties in accordance with instructions from team members.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 3 years or more working experience in program support, administration and human resources

• Effective skill in developing and executing both in-person engagements and online events

• Competency in digital software and virtual workspaces

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills

• Ability to multitask and good hold of strong organisational skills 

• Polite, clear and compelling communication skills.

• A good understanding of climate change and its landscape

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should complete the application form here to apply.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.