Office Manager

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is recruiting an Office Manager (Analyst) for its Resident Office in Lagos (Requisition ID 37209, Banking Countries of Operations, regular contract). The Office Manager implements administrative procedures and processes so the Resident Office provides an efficient, well-managed working environment for staff and visitors, works closely with the Head of Office, and may provide administrative assistance to the Head of Office and resident bankers

Job Responsibilities

• Report to the Head of Office on all administrative issues, including budget, property, vehicles and service contracts
• Keep regular contact with local authorities on administrative matters related to EBRD status, such as registration, visas and VAT
• Organise logistical and operational support for Bank visits and missions, including senior management visits
• Coordinate maintenance of the office, inventory, supplies, equipment and vehicles, and liaise with the landlord on leases, moves and refurbishment
• Coordinate security and medical issues with HQ and act as the local security focal point, updating the Business Continuity Plan
• Procure and manage purchases and disposals, service contracts, insurance policies and utilities, and coordinate external providers
• Act as HR coordinator (registration and accreditation, sick leave records, medical insurance updates) and IT coordinator for newcomers and visitors
• Order and distribute publications and marketing materials, and implement archiving procedures

Accounting and Finance

• Prepare the annual and mid-year budget proposals and monitor the office budget monthly
• Process and validate expense claims and SAP transactions, including reconciliation of corporate credit cards
• Handle office accounts, payments within limits, bank transfers and petty cash reconciliations, and pay local suppliers
• Report to HQ Nostro Control and request fund transfers for office cost centres

Supervision and Support

• Where designated, supervise general services staff, coordinating workload and providing on-the-job training
• Provide administrative support to the Head of Office and bankers, including drafting official letters and correspondence

Requirements

• Previous experience in a senior administrative or accounting function (including supervision) in an international or leading local company is preferable
• Ability to work independently and on own initiative
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise
• Strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle confidential and sensitive issues
• Reliable, flexible, diligent and of high integrity, with strong attention to detail
• Very good written and spoken English

How to Apply

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Application Deadline: 12th November, 2026