Administrative Assistant

Date Posted: Oct 27, 2022

Job Detail

Location:

kabul
Company:

American University of Afghanistan
Type:

Contract
Shift:

First Shift (Morning)
Career Level:

Experienced Professional
Positions:

2
Vacancy number:

AF-Int-21-2022
Experience:

2 Year
Gender:

Any
Salary:

As per Company salary scale
Degree:

Bachelors
Apply Before:

Nov 10, 2022

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About American University of Afghanistan

Founded in 2006, the American University of Afghanistan (AUAF) is a private, non-profit, nationally-accredited university offering an American-style liberal arts education. We are a dynamic university with a student population of over 1,000 students.

The AUAF’s Academic Affairs Office is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time position as an Administrative Assistant.

Note: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Job Description

Job Summary

The Academic Affairs Department is accepting applications for Administrative Assistant. Applicants with previous administrative experience at tertiary educational institutions or international organizations are welcome to apply. As the language of instruction at AUAF is English, all candidates must have excellent English language communication skills. This is a full-time contractual position for one year. It is renewable upon mutual agreement. This position is contingent on renewed USAID funding to AUAF.

Position Description

Work closely with the Academic Affairs Department team on day-to-day operations
Carry out administrative duties
Prepare and distribute correspondence memos, letters, forms and emails
Plan and manage events
Assist in semester preparations
Design announcements, flyer and posters for events
Assemble, compile and edit data and records
Organize and schedule meetings and appointments
Take accurate minutes of meetings
Assist in preparing and processing Purchase Requests
Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
Photocopy and print out documents for and on behalf of colleagues
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Follow written and oral instructions
Establish effective work relationships
Perform other duties as required

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Reporting skills
Administrative writing skills
Microsoft Office skills
Operating with Word Processing and Spreadsheet Software
Poster designing skills
Professionalism
Problem solving
Stationary supply management
Verbal communication
Creativity
Attention to detail
Accuracy
Multi-tasking
Team-work
Discretion

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of experience in the related field
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Attention to detail and problem solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Proficiency in Design Software
Candidates with good communication skills in both English and Arabic are preferred.

Skills Required

Submission Guideline:

Candidates with good communication skills in both English and Arabic are preferred.

To Apply:

To apply for this position, please send as a single PDF document which includes: a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), and contact information for three references to jobs@auaf.edu.af . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please include AF-Int-21-2022- Administrative Assistant in the subject line of the e-mail. Applications in languages other than English will not be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If hired, the successful applicant is expected to provide official proof of academic degrees. AUAF does not charge recruitment fees to applicants. AUAF is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. AUAF follows a strict non-discriminatory policy in its selection and employment practices. All applicants will receive equal consideration, and applicants from all ethnic, religious and economic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Submission Email:

jobs@auaf.edu.af

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