Program Assistant / Access to Justice at Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC)

Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) is a non-governmental organization committed to increasing citizens’ participation in governance processes to improve the integrity of public and private sector operations.

Position: Program Assistant / Access to Justice

Location: Abuja

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

The Program Assistant will provide essential support to the Access to Justice program, ensuring efficient coordination and implementation of activities at the PPDC Abuja, FCT level within the legal and judicial reform initiative. This role requires a detail-oriented and organized professional with a strong understanding of access to justice, human rights, and project assistance. The Program Assistant will play a significant role in facilitating smooth operations, documentation, and communication for the success of the Access to Justice program.

Key Components:

• Program Coordination
• Administrative Support
• Budget Assistance
• Stakeholder Communication
• Data Management
• Reporting and Documentation
• Communication Assistance

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of access to justice initiatives at the FCT level, aligning with project objectives and timelines.
• Collaborate with Program Managers and state-level officers to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Monitor Access to Justice program budgets and expenditures at the head office level.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and forecasts related to access to justice activities.
• Communicate with stakeholders, including government entities, legal practitioners, and civil society organizations.
• Assist in data management activities related to access to justice initiatives, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
• Support the preparation of reports on access to justice project progress and outcomes.
• Contribute to the documentation of access to justice activities, results, and lessons learned for internal and external reporting.
• Assist in communication efforts related to access to justice initiatives, contributing to increased visibility.
• Handle routine administrative tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of Two (2) years of experience in program management or One (1) year full-time experience in the NGO sector.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with data management and documentation.
• Basic understanding of legal and judicial reform, access to justice, or related areas.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.

Core Competencies:

• Teamwork
• Delivering Results
• Communication
• Knowledge Sharing & Improvement
• Professionalism

Required Soft Skills:

• Communication Skill
• Project Supervision
• Report Writing
• Organizational Skill
• Time Management

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English and Other Nigerian languages.

Method of Application:

Interested and qualified candidates should apply via the PPDC Application Portal.