Full job descriptionThe Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Centre Administrator to join the Afe Babalola Centre for Transnational Education at King’s College London on a 6-month temporary basis.
The Centre works to expand access to education and opportunity for underserved young people across sub-Saharan Africa through innovative international partnerships and pilot programmes.
Reporting to the Programme Manager, this role will provide high-quality administrative, logistical and operational support to ensure the smooth running of the Centre’s activities. This is a varied position involving diary management, event coordination, international travel arrangements, financial administration and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide day-to-day administrative and clerical support to the Centre team
• Manage diaries, coordinate meetings and prepare meeting documentation
• Take minutes and follow up on actions
• Draft and format reports, agendas, presentations and briefing papers
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements
• Organise meetings and events, including room bookings, catering and AV requirements
• Support financial administration including invoices, expenses and supplier liaison
• Manage shared inbox enquiries and maintain contact databases
• Build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
About You
The successful candidate will have:
• Previous administrative experience within higher education or a similar professional environment
• Experience coordinating meetings, events and international travel
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Financial administration experience including invoices and expense processing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and confidence handling sensitive information
• A proactive, flexible and solution-focused approach
• Strong interpersonal and team-working skills
Desirable
• Experience working with or engaging with partners in Africa
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a meaningful and internationally focused initiative at a world-leading university, contributing to projects that aim to widen access to education and create lasting impact across Africa.