Project Analyst at The People Practice

• Our client, one of Nigeria’s major conglomerates, is looking to hire a Project Analyst who will provide financial, administrative, and technical support to the solid minerals project.
• The role combines responsibilities for budget and expense tracking, documentation development, record-keeping, meetings co-ordination, regulatory compliance, and operational support to ensure the smooth execution of exploration, start-up, and ongoing operations. The analyst will also coordinate logistics, manage documentation, and support business development and project management activities

Responsibilities

Financial & Analytical Support

• Liaise with HGL Finance for fund disbursements, approvals, and expense retirements.
• Track and reconcile project expenses to ensure accurate documentation and budget compliance.
• Maintain financial records, invoices, and ensure compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements.
• Assist in preparing cashflow/budget updates and simple financial reports.

Technical & Project Support

• Maintain accurate record-keeping of technical and operational documentation.
• Support the processing of regulatory and statutory requirements (e.g., license applications and renewals) and monitor compliance timelines to ensure all licenses and regulatory deliverables remain up to date
• Assist in implementing exploration and start-up activities, coordinating with technical teams where required.
• Provide research and data analysis to support project decision-making.

Administrative & Coordination Support

• Provide general administrative support including document preparation, filing, and project documentation.
• Coordinate travel, logistics, and accommodation for the Project Titan team.
• Support vendor/service provider sourcing, quotation comparison, and purchase requisitions.
• Organize meetings, prepare agendas, document discussions, and track action items.
• Draft and distribute communications (memos, reports, presentations).
• Act as a liaison between the project team and other departments to ensure smooth workflow.

General

• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Undertake other tasks and ad-hoc assignments as directed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of BSc or HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, or related or relevant discipline.
• 1–2 years’ relevant experience in finance, administration, or project/technical support roles.
• Exposure to project environments (e.g., oil & gas, mining, infrastructure) will be an added advantage.
• Familiarity with financial and non-financial documentation and reporting processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of financial and non-financial documentation and reporting processes.

Must have skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload effectively.
• High attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Good Stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently with a proactive approach.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.