Company Name: Salve Consulting (Governance Sector)
Position: Programme Assistant – Immediate Employment
Job Type: Full Time, Hybrid
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
Experience: 4 years
Location: Abuja
Job Field: Administration / Secretarial, Project Management
Salary Range: ₦300,000 – ₦400,000/month
Job Summary
Salve Consulting is a dynamic, impact-driven consulting firm working in Nigeria’s governance sector. We are focused on advancing gender equity, inclusive political participation, and systemic reforms that shape public accountability and representation. Our work supports access to opportunity and improved representation for women across government, civil society, and decision-making spaces.
We are currently seeking to hire a Programme Assistant who will support the planning, coordination, and monitoring of democracy and governance programmes, particularly those focused on gender equity and women’s inclusion. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who understands Nigeria’s political and civic landscape and is committed to achieving meaningful change through collaboration, advocacy, and evidence-based programming.
Responsibilities
The Programme Assistant will play a central role in supporting the delivery of projects and initiatives that promote civic participation, governance reform, and inclusive leadership. The individual will be responsible for coordinating activities, preparing programme materials, and ensuring timely execution of work plans. They will also provide administrative and logistical support across various programme areas.
A key part of the role involves supporting stakeholder engagement efforts. The Programme Assistant will help maintain regular communication with key partners including government institutions, civil society organizations, development agencies, and community actors. This includes organizing meetings, tracking action points, and ensuring consistent follow-up on shared deliverables.
The candidate will also support communications efforts by helping to develop content for newsletters, social media posts, and advocacy campaigns. They will assist in drafting key messages and coordinating outreach efforts that highlight the goals and achievements of Salve Consulting’s governance programmes.
Event planning and coordination are also core responsibilities of this position. The Programme Assistant will help organize and manage logistics for workshops, stakeholder forums, and training sessions. This includes overseeing registrations, venue arrangements, documentation, and post-event reporting.
In addition to coordination duties, the Programme Assistant will conduct basic research and policy analysis. They will compile information on civic trends, stakeholder positions, and political developments relevant to ongoing projects. The role also requires supporting the preparation of concept notes, funding proposals, and internal reports.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Gender Studies, Public Administration, or a closely related field. A minimum of four years of professional experience in programme support, administration, or coordination is required, preferably within a non-profit, consulting, or public sector environment.
Applicants must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a proven ability to manage multiple tasks. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is essential. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting programmes related to democracy, governance, gender inclusion, or civic advocacy.
Applicants must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders in a collaborative setting. A working knowledge of Nigeria’s governance systems, policy actors, and political processes is highly desirable.
Salary
The salary for this position ranges from ₦300,000 to ₦400,000 per month, depending on experience and qualifications.
Application Closing Date
The application deadline for this role is August 5, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to recruitment@salveconsultinglimited.com. The subject line of the email should read: Programme Assistant – Democracy & Governance.