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Administrative Assistant
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2. Prepare overall payment requests for service providers, consultancies and implementing agreements.
3. Control and follow up on the disbursement processes for contracts and agreements by monitoring product deadlines.
4. Prepare correspondence for distribution via email or regular mail.
5. Support the organization of local, national and regional meetings and workshops including managing overall logistical support (i.e. hotel reservations, venue and catering arrangements, purchase of plane tickets, drafting and preparation of invitations, etc.)
6. Request quotations for goods and services.
7. Any other administrative tasks upon request of the Biodiversity and Rights Unit Coordinator.
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• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Social Sciences, Accountings, or related field. • 1-2 years’ experience in administrative assistance. • Excellent English oral and written skills is a must. • Proficient in using email, internet and MS Office applications (MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint, etc.). • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, and to establish effective working relationships both within and outside the organization. • Availability to travel regionally and internationally, when required. • Proactive, responsible, and enthusiastic individual. • Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team. • Ability to handle complex situations and provide solutions. |
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