House Governance

Responsibilities:

Manage the children’s daily, weekly and monthly schedules.

Coordinate school activities, extracurriculars, tuition and holiday programmes.

Monitor homework, assignments and examination preparation.

Maintain organised school, medical and personal records.

Schedule medical, dental and specialist appointments.

Monitor children’s clothing, school supplies, books, toiletries and other essentials.

Coordinate with the chef regarding meals, nutrition and snacks.

Liaise with schools, tutors and activity providers.

Maintain family calendars and communicate schedules to relevant household staff.

Work closely with the Domestic Manager and nannies to ensure consistent routines.

Organise birthdays, gifts, holidays and other special occasions.

Support the children’s development, structure and positive routines.

Communicate with the children in French where applicable.

Assist with household inventory and grocery monitoring when required.

Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the Principal.

Requirements:

Proven experience as a House Governess, Family Assistant, Household Manager, Private Household Assistant or in a similar senior childcare/household role.

Strong private household experience is highly preferred.

Excellent organisational and administrative skills.

Strong childcare experience.

Excellent written and verbal communication.

Exceptional attention to detail.

Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.

High level of discretion, confidentiality and professionalism.

Fluent English.

French proficiency is highly desirable and a significant advantage.

Must be willing and able to travel with the family locally and internationally when required.

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Remuneration: NGN 170,000–190,000 Monthly