- Company: Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited
- Location: Bukuru, Plateau State, Nigeria
- Job type: Full-time
- Deadline: 30 October 2026
About the role
Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited (NESCO) is seeking a high-trust Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director/CEO. This position sits at the apex of the corporate structure, ensuring the MD/CEO’s office operates efficiently while enabling leadership to focus on strategic priorities. The role provides comprehensive support across strategic, administrative, and operational functions within the power generation and distribution sector.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and administrative support, including reviewing business plans, compiling MIS reports, and preparing executive dashboards.
- Draft correspondence, speeches, presentations, and Board reports for the MD/CEO.
- Manage the MD/CEO’s complex calendar, prioritizing meetings, travel, and engagements to optimize executive time.
- Track the implementation of corporate strategy, key projects, and regulatory compliance milestones.
- Maintain dashboards for KPIs, budgets, and project execution to support timely decision-making.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the MD/CEO’s Office and Heads of Departments, ensuring alignment and accountability.
- Coordinate engagements with the Board, investors, regulators (e.g., PSERC, NERC), and government ministries.
- Manage confidential files, contracts, and legal documents within a secure filing system.
- Assist in identifying organizational risks, flagging compliance gaps, and monitoring regulatory changes.
- Coordinate local and international travel logistics, including flights, hotels, and visas.
Requirements
- Minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years of progressive experience in executive support, business management, or consulting.
- At least five (5) years of experience reporting directly to a CEO, Managing Director, or equivalent C-Suite executive.
- First degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, Secretarial Studies, Economics, Law, or a relevant discipline.
- Experience within the energy, power, or utility sector is a strong advantage.
- Familiarity with the Nigerian power sector value chain and regulatory frameworks (NERC, MYTO, NBET) is highly regarded.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); proficiency in MS Teams and SharePoint is an advantage.
- Impeccable business writing skills and the ability to synthesize complex information into concise executive briefs.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills with high emotional intelligence and discretion.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications under a confidential Cover Letter. Applications must include copies of certificates, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) traceable referees.
You may apply by mail courier or in person to: The Managing Director, Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited, 10 Barkin Ladi Road, P. O. Box 15, Bukuru, Jos South, Plateau State, Nigeria.
Alternatively, submit electronic copies in a single PDF document named “[Full Name] – [Job Position] – Application” to recruitment@nesco.com.ng. Use the Job Title as the subject of the email.
The application deadline is 30th October, 2026. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.
Apply by email: recruitment@nesco.com.ng
