About the Role
Jolas Private School, a premier educational institution founded in 1999, is seeking a highly competent and professional Secretary to join our growing team. We are committed to discovering and nurturing God-inspired talents to establish ourselves as a citadel of academic excellence. Our school is registered with Lagos State Ministry of Education, affiliated with the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS) Lagos Island branch, and a member of the Association for Child Education Practitioners (ACEP) Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities- Provide administrative and secretarial support to school management and leadership
- Manage correspondence, emails, and documentation with professionalism and confidentiality
- Schedule meetings, coordinate calendars, and ensure timely reminders to stakeholders
- Maintain and organize filing systems, records, and important school documents
- Handle phone communications and visitor reception with courtesy and professionalism
- Prepare reports, minutes, and other administrative documents as required
- Support coordination of school events and activities
- Perform general office duties to ensure efficient operations
- West African Secondary School Certificate (WASSCE) or equivalent qualification
- Diploma in Secretarial Studies or Office Administration (preferred)
- Proven experience as a secretary or administrative professional in an educational setting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software applications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Professional demeanor with high attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Highly competitive and attractive remuneration package
- Professional work environment in an established educational institution
- Opportunity for growth and career development
- Supportive institutional culture aligned with excellence