Emel Hospital Festac Town, Lagos, Nigeria isa multi-specialists’ hospital, situated at 21 Road, Z Close in Festac Town, Amuwo Odofin Local Government Lagos, Nigeria. Emel Hospital is a purpose-built 44 bed hospital situated on a piece of land specially approved for its purpose by the Federal Housing Authority.

Emel Hospital was established in 1988 by Dr. Olufemi Mobolaji-Lawal, a consultant paediatrician. Dr. Mobolaji-Lawal trained as a doctor at the University College Hospital, Ibadan and as a paediatrician in the United Kingdom. Prior to setting Emel Hospital, he worked for some time as consultant paediatrician at Ikeja General Hospital (now Lagos State University Teaching Hospital), Lagos. He is the board chairman and his wife, Dr. (Mrs) Margaret Mobolaji-Lawal is a non-executive director.

The hospital was declared open on the 9th of December 1988 by the then Honorable Minister of Health of Nigeria, Prof. Olikoye Ransome-Kuti. It is the first private hospital in Lagos, Nigeria to be designated “Baby Friendly Hospital” by the Federal Ministry of Health in 1993. We are a well-recognized and foremost pediatric referral centre in Amuwo Odofin area and its environs, as well as providing general medical care and specialist services in obstetrics and gynaecology, internal medicine and various surgical specialities.

Our facility is fully computerized and staffed with professionals to deliver excellent primary medical and specialist’s services. We actively promote excellence with a view to ensuring complete client satisfaction at all times.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Executive Assistant

Location: Festac, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Director of Strategy & Innovation (DSI)

Job Summary

• The Executive Assistant to the Director of Strategy & Innovation, and Chairman will provide high-level administrative support to the DSI & Chairman, facilitating smooth operations and strategic initiatives within the hospital.
• The role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively.

Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support:

• Manage and maintain the DSI’s calendar, scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents as needed.
• Screen and prioritize incoming communications, including emails, calls, and requests.

Meeting and Event Coordination:

• Organize and coordinate meetings, conferences, and special events, including logistics and materials preparation.
• Take and distribute minutes for meetings and follow up on action items.

Project Management:

• Assist in the planning and execution of strategic initiatives and projects led by the DSI.
• Track project progress, deadlines, and deliverables, ensuring timely completion of tasks.

Research and Analysis:

• Conduct research and gather information to support strategic planning and decision-making processes.
• Prepare reports and presentations with relevant data and insights.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as a liaison between the DSI and internal/external stakeholders, including senior management, staff, and external partners.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Procurement and Facility Management:

• Support the procurement of medical and laboratory equipment, supplies, and vendor relationships.
• Conduct facility walkthroughs on behalf of the DSI and identify areas of improvement, repairs, and maintenance required.

Miscellaneous:

• Any other tasks as may be assigned by the Chairman & DSI.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2026.