Deadline: 16 August 2015
The World Food Programme (WFP) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Administrative Assistant based in Damascus, Syria.
The WFP is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.
Key Job Responsibilities
The Administrative Assistant will perform the following functions-
- Check the provision of a range of services, including facilities and light vehicle management, travel, protocol related, etc., maintaining information, to contribute to the provision of a safe and comfortable working environment.
- Collate and process information including dissemination to support the production of standard documents and reports for the unit, to enable decision-making and the effective management of resources.
- Manage and maintain paper and electronic records within the area of responsibility in accordance with established procedures, to ensure swift and easy data access as required.
- Undertake research and perform basic analyses of data, to contribute to the provision of accurate information and effective management of resources.
- Be a first point of contact for internal queries, to facilitate the provision of efficient and effective resolution of daily issues.
- Provide inputs to routine methods and practices in own area of work, to support the continuous improvement of services provided.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- Completed secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to perform all routine administrative activities in line with WFPs.
- Operating standards through day to day work.
- Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through online process.
For more information, please visit WFP.
