Head of Administration Job at the Riverbank School

The Riverbank School - We are committed to raising God fearing Child leaders who would aim for excellence in all their endeavor. We offer a Christian and family approach to care and education that will ensure full academic potential is realized in every individual child.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Head of Administration

Job Location: Lagos

Job Description


  • Monitor and support reception staff to ensure excellent customer service.
  • Handle all admissions correspondence, prepare information packs for parents, and address any admission-related queries.
  • Provide administrative assistance to school staff as needed, and allocate tasks to reception/admin staff.
  • Oversee budgets, coordinate logistics, and manage events or meetings.
  • Delegate and supervise general administrative duties.
  • Address parent inquiries as needed, ensuring clear and effective communication.
  • Oversee the updating and maintenance of student data.
  • Manage scheduling, maintain records, and ensure accurate reporting.
  • Ensure the school adheres to relevant laws and regulations.
  • Develop and organize the school’s academic year calendar.
  • Lead administrative staff to optimize time and resource use.
  • Assist the Admissions Officer as necessary.
  • Oversee school security measures to ensure a safe environment.

Job Requirements

  • B.Sc Degree in Business Administration or in a related field and at least 3 years’ experience as a School Head of Administration
  • Excellent written and communication skills.
  • Functional IT skills with proficiency in Microsoft office tools and relevant software.
  • Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities; keen attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, management, and communication skills.
  • Experience of managing and maintaining accurate records and filing systems.
  • Relevant experiences in schools are preferred.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@riverbankschools.org using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.