Administrative Assistant
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
DRC Uganda
Category: Administration
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Location: Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 1 year ago
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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Deadline: Expired
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