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Administrative Assistant

Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
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DRC Uganda

Category: Administration Total Positions: Location: Kampala, Uganda Full-time Salary: Attractive Posted 1 year ago
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KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Receiving visitors at the front desk by greeting, welcoming, directing, and announcing them appropriately • Ensure the office premises are tidy and always organised through the proper supervision of cleaners • Effective work with finance, logistics, and program departments to prepare for the timely procurement of office stationery and consumables • Assist with the organization of events (workshops, meetings, etc.). • Book accommodation for DRC staff • Book international flights for DRC staff. • Receive and send official correspondence and maintain a record of it. • Attend and receive phone calls for the DRC office. • Perform ad hoc office tasks. • Prepare payment requests for administration invoices while maintaining a proper tracker • Managing equipment: Overseeing the operation of office equipment and arranging for repairs • Taking notes during HR/Admin meetings, documenting key points and actions • Facilitate office orientation for new staff to ensure a smooth onboarding experience. • Ensure proper filing of Admin records on SharePoint • Support the Admin and Compliance Officer in his/her absence. • Any other duties relating to the nature of the job as requested by the Manager
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• To be successful in this role, we expect you to have experience in administrative-related work and proven ability to handle a challenging workload. Moreover, we also expect the following: • Required • A bachelor’s degree in Office Management, Human Resource Management, Business, Social Sciences, or related field. • Computer literate (including working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and databases) • Good interpersonal skills • Good verbal and written communication skills in English • Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and discretion with confidential information • Ability to work independently and proactively • Desirable • Knowledge or experience of NGO work • In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies: • Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. • Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. • Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. • Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. • Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. • We offer • Contract length: 6 months. • Band: I1 • Designation of Duty Station: Kampala • Start date: July 2025 • Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees; please refer to our website.
HOW TO APPLY
This is strictly an internal advert. All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered. Closing date for applications: 20th June 2025 DRC does not solicit money for any part of its recruitment process. All recruitment is merit-based and follows HR best practices that are globally acceptable. Henceforth, should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
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