Are you passionate about driving climate action and empowering young leaders across Africa? Here’s your chance to make a difference! Surge Africa, a mission-driven organization dedicated to amplifying African climate narratives through storytelling, research, and youth-led programs, is seeking a Program Assistant (Remote) to join their dynamic team. But here’s where it gets exciting: this isn’t just any administrative role—it’s a pivotal position that ensures the smooth execution of initiatives shaping Africa’s climate future. And this is the part most people miss: working remotely from Nigeria, you’ll be at the heart of coordinating programs, managing operations, and supporting a team that’s making waves across the continent. Apply by 10 January 2026 to be part of this transformative journey.
About the Role
Surge Africa (https://www.surgeafrica.org) is expanding its impact, and they need a detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and collaborative Program Assistant to support their remote team. This permanent, fully remote position offers an immediate start and the chance to work in a flexible, mission-oriented environment. Your role? To be the backbone of Surge Africa’s programs and daily operations, ensuring everything runs seamlessly from planning to execution. Whether it’s coordinating virtual events, managing budgets, or maintaining documentation, your work will directly contribute to advancing climate awareness and youth engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Operational Support
- Spearhead the organization and coordination of programs, ensuring they align with Surge Africa’s mission and strategic goals.
- Support the continuous improvement of program evaluation and delivery processes.
- Manage budgets for routine and special events, providing logistical support for both in-person and virtual engagements.
Documentation & Knowledge Management
- Prepare, format, and edit reports, proposals, and presentations.
- Develop and maintain digital filing systems for efficient team collaboration.
- Coordinate translation, proofreading, and editing of documents as needed.
Administrative & Coordination Support
- Manage shared calendars, send reminders, and organize team meetings.
- Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and handle reservations for off-site events.
- Relay internal communications to ensure everyone stays in the loop.
Human Resources & Finance Support
- Assist with hiring processes, onboarding new employees, and payroll management.
- Provide general administrative support for HR and finance-related tasks.
Additional Responsibilities
- Offer flexible support across departments as organizational needs evolve.
- Perform other duties as assigned by team members.
Skills & Qualifications
Professional Experience
- Minimum 3 years in program support, administration, or HR, with experience in both in-person and virtual event management.
Technical & Organizational Skills
- Proficiency in digital tools, virtual workspaces, and multitasking under tight deadlines.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Interpersonal & Communication Skills
- Clear, polite, and effective written and verbal communication.
- Ability to collaborate across teams with excellent time management skills.
Additional Requirements
- Comfortable working independently in a remote team.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- A demonstrated understanding of climate change and its social and environmental impact.
Work Arrangement
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Location: Fully remote (Nigeria-based)
- Start Date: Immediate
Why Join Surge Africa?
This role isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a movement. Surge Africa’s initiatives, including SurgeX Media, Climate Reporting Gap, Youth Climate Collective, and Climate Story Lab Lagos, are at the forefront of climate communication and youth empowerment. By joining their team, you’ll contribute to building inclusive programs that amplify African voices and drive meaningful change.
Application Process
Ready to apply? Complete the official application form via the Surge Africa Careers Page (https://www.surgeafrica.org/careers/program-assistant). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews, so submit your application early! Controversial question: With remote work becoming the norm, how do you think organizations like Surge Africa can ensure team cohesion and productivity across borders? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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