Administrative Assistant

Working efficiently, effectively and in a spirit of partnership, we support people and societies in
developing, transition and industrialized countries in shaping their own futures and improving living
conditions. This is what the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) is all about. As a federally owned enterprise, we support the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. We are also engaged in international education work around the globe.

“Local Governance and Civil Society Development Program (LGP)“
is looking for a full time “Administrative Assistant”

Responsibilities and tasks include but are not limited to:
-Provides administrative / secretarial support for the Program, such as answering the phone, sending faxes, assisting staff and visitors, preparing as required, e.g. agendas and minutes of meetings;
-In charge of all logistical and administrative arrangements related to the LGP workshops, meetings, short-term missions etc.;
-Schedules and coordinates meetings, appointments etc. for the Team Leader;
-Organizes and maintains the office and office equipments and vehicles;
-Vehicles which includes vehicles’ log, fuel consumption calculation and renewal of vehicles’ license and insurance.
-Establishes, maintains, and updates files, databases, records, library and/or other soft and hard documentation for the LGP;
-Assists, supports the Head of Programme Administration.

Minimum Qualifications:
-College degree, diploma in Business Administration, or similar.
-Fluent in Arabic, excellent command of English; German skills are highly desirable
-Excellent computer skills
-Flexibility, organizational and coordination skills
-Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
-Ability and willingness to work as part of a team
-Ability and willingness to learn quickly and take on increasing responsibilities

Assignment: expected starting date 1st of September 2013.
GIZ is an equal opportunity employer, and offers an attractive and challenging working environment
with opportunities for skill enhancement.
We are looking forward to your application by email comprising your CV and cover letter not later than July 25th , 2013 to the following address:
 

[email protected]

Make sure you include the following reference in the email subject “Administrative Assistant LGP”

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