Administrative and Finance Assistant

 

International Relief and Development (IRD) is a nongovernmental, nonprofit organization, operating in the West Bank and Gaza since December 2007. IRD’s mission is to reduce the suffering of the world’s most vulnerable groups and provide tools and resources needed to increase their self-sufficiency. IRD is seeking to hire a qualified Administrative and Finance Assistant to be based in Ramallah.

The Administration and Finance Assistant has the following responsibilities:

Administration and logistics
1-Ensure office is fully functioning according to IRD procedures and policies.
2-Operate office equipment and all systems, such as communication, Internet, telephones, fax;
3-Answer all telephone calls.
4-Arrange logistical matters of IRD office, consultants, guests etc.
5-Organize all filing system for IRD office in Ramallah.
6-Help in setting up and recruiting new staff for new projects.
7-Conduct basic research needed on various issues of interest to IRD Palestine office.

Finance and accounting
1-Manage petty cash.
2-Ensure all IRD bills are paid on time.
3-Prepare procurement requests and analysis

Required qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree in business administration, English literature, social science or any related field.
-Minimum 2- 3 years of relevant experience. Experience with International NGOs is a plus.
-Strong co-ordination and interpersonal skills.
-Demonstrated communication skills, including proficiency in spoken and written English.
-Ability to work under pressure and in multicultural settings.

Interested candidates are kindly requested to submit their CVs with a cover letter clearly indicating the position name, explaining how they are qualified to fulfill the specified position and names, telephone number and emails of three current references.

Complete applications must be sent by email at [email protected]. The deadline for receiving the completed applications is April 17, 2010. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. IRD is an equal opportunity employer.