Head of Administration Abeokuta

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW Bradfield Consulting Limited is actively recruiting for a Head of Administration position in Abeokuta. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Education / Teaching sector looking to advance their careers in Nigeria's dynamic job market.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile: • Experience Level: 15 - 20 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Education / Teaching • Location Preference: in Abeokuta

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA Educators in Head of Administration positions shape future generations and contribute to Nigeria's educational development. This role is fundamental to social progress and nation-building.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS This role in Education / Teaching offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations in Nigeria.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE When applying for this Head of Administration position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 15 - 20 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Education / Teaching field • Any certifications or specialized training • Proficiency in relevant software and tools

🌍 NIGERIA JOB MARKET CONTEXT The Education / Teaching sector in Nigeria continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. With Nigeria's growing economy and increasing foreign investment, this position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Bradfield consulting is a professional service firm created to provide human resource solutions for organizations of any size. Our goal is to help our esteemed clients eliminate issues bordering on having incompatible or inexperienced employees. Our partnership begins from attracting the right employees, settling them well at work and ensuring that they are equipped to deliver on your goals.

Our culture of seamless collaboration enables us to go well beyond recruitment; we meet with every client, seeking to understand their needs and culture in a bid to engage the perfect candidate fit for them. This collaborative culture of problem-solving enables us to add great value to our clients businesses. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Head of Administration

Location: Abeokuta, Ogun

Employment Type: Full-time

Sector: Education

Reports: Principal Job Summary

Provide strategic and operational leadership for all administrative, facilities and support services across the school. Ensure efficient, safe and compliant operational delivery that enables outstanding teaching, boarding and co‑curricular provision. Lead continuous improvement of systems, processes and people to deliver value for money, strong risk management and excellent stakeholder service while supporting the Principal and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in operational planning, budgeting and policy implementation.

Develop and implement a three‑ to five‑year operational strategy and annual business plans for administration, facilities and support services aligned to the school’s strategic objectives and boarding ethos. Provide input to whole‑school strategic planning and senior leadership meetings, translating strategic priorities into operational objectives and measurable KPIs. Lead change and process improvement projects to increase efficiency, reduce cost and improve service delivery across administrative functions.

Oversee day‑to‑day administrative operations including reception, office management, records and data management, communications, mail, travel and event logistics. Ensure robust records management for student, staff and corporate records in line with data protection law, inspection requirements and school policy. Manage school facilities and site operations: cleaning, security, catering liaison, grounds, maintenance, transport and utilities to deliver a safe, secure and welcoming environment for learners and staff. Lead health & safety and emergency preparedness planning (fire safety, first aid, evacuation, crisis response), ensuring regular audits, risk assessments and staff training.

Prepare and manage operational budgets for administration, facilities and support services; monitor expenditure, drive cost control and provide timely financial reports to the Principal and governors. Lead procurement, contract negotiation and vendor management for services (catering, security, maintenance, ICT support, cleaning), ensuring value for money, compliance with procurement policy and robust SLAs. Oversee asset management, inventory control and lifecycle planning for equipment, furniture and vehicles.

Systems, compliance and policy:

Implement, maintain and optimise core administrative systems including ERP/school management systems, finance and HR interfaces, facilities management software and CRM tools to deliver integrated workflows and accurate management information. Ensure compliance with statutory, inspection and accreditation requirements relevant to a British boarding school (safeguarding, health & safety, fire regulations, local statutory requirements) and support preparation for inspections and audits. Lead development, review and implementation of operational policies and procedures (finance‑related procedures, procurement, records retention, health & safety, staff handbook), ensuring effective communication and adherence.

Line‑manage administrative, facilities, security, catering and support staff; set objectives, conduct performance appraisal, and deliver coaching and professional development. Lead recruitment, induction, rostering and workforce planning for support services; foster a culture of accountability, customer service and continuous improvement. Promote staff wellbeing, clear communication and constructive employee relations within support teams.

Act as key operational point of contact for parents, staff, governors, external contractors and regulatory bodies; maintain high standards of customer service and timely communication. Support the Principal, SLT and governors with operational briefs, accurate data and recommendations for decision‑making. Work closely with boarding and pastoral leads to ensure facilities and operational routines support boarding life, safeguarding, student welfare and learning.

Lead or oversee capital projects, refurbishments and major maintenance programmes from specification and tendering to contract management and handover. Ensure projects are delivered on time, to budget and to agreed quality standards, coordinating external consultants and contractors as required. Performance management and reporting Develop and maintain KPIs and performance dashboards for administrative areas (response times, maintenance turnaround, budget variance, compliance checks) and report monthly/termly to the principal and governors. Conduct periodic service reviews, supplier benchmarking and customer satisfaction surveys to drive improvement.

Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, Public Administration, Facilities Management or a related discipline; Master’s Degree or professional qualification preferred. Minimum 15 years of relevant experience, with substantial senior operational / administrative leadership responsibility; experience in an international/British boarding school strongly preferred. Proven track record of managing large teams, multi‑site facilities or complex service contracts. Strong IT literacy and experience with school ERP/management systems, finance packages and facilities management tools. Experience of leading capital projects, procurement processes and vendor management. Project Management experience is an added advantage.

Proven senior leadership capability in school operations, facilities and administrative management within an international, British curriculum or boarding school environment. Demonstrable experience implementing and optimising ERP/school management systems and office technology to automate processes and improve data quality. Robust understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, emergency planning and compliance frameworks relevant to UK and local Nigerian regulation.

Housing, health insurance for family, pension, leave allowance and 13th month pay, lunch. Salary: N1,000,000 – N1,100,000 monthly gross (negotiable).

28th September, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualififed candidates should send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the  Job Title as the subject of the email.