Administrative Assistant - Only Resumes in English will be considered

Descripción de la oferta

The U.S. Peace Corps takes a unique approach to making a difference. Our mission is to promote world peace and friendship by contributing to capacity-building and projects that are hands-on, grassroots-driven, and lasting. We work for the wellbeing and prosperity of vulnerable rural populations through the collaboration of professional American Volunteers.

This is a full time position based in Barranquilla, under the direct supervision of the Director of Management and Operations (DMO) and the Deputy Director of Management and Operations (DDMO)

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for managing a wide range of administrative, logistical and maintenance functions at post, including, but not limited to: Maintains procurement files; supports the logistics related with Volunteers such as inputs data, process reimbursements forms and notify payments; makes travel arrangements and hotel reservations, and coordinates the logistics related; supports the attention and solution, serves as alternate Cashier or Back Up Cashier if needed; supports Medical Inventory, supports the coordination and logistics of meetings and training events among other duties related with American Volunteers supplies and requirements.

Candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications:
Education: Two years of college in business administration, accounting or a related specialty is required.
Prior Work Experience: At least two years of progressively responsible administrative experience is required.
Language Proficiency: Written and oral communication in Spanish, and High intermediate written and oral communication in English (minimum B2 level of proficiency in English)
Knowledge: Accounting and administrative general knowledge is required. Knowledge of local travel procedures in regard to domestic and international travel. Familiarity on differences and similarities between U.S. and local cultures, business practices and procedures is desirable. Basic knowledge of local banking operations and regulations is a plus.
Skills and Abilities: Must have developed skills in interpersonal relations and communications in order to deal effectively with Volunteers, Staff and Headquarters. Strong organizational ability and attention to detail and accuracy in the performance of daily tasks. Computer skills in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook. Ability to work effectively with diverse cultural groups both from the U.S. and from Colombia.

Driving: Must have a valid Colombian driver’s license first issued at least 5 years ago, with clean record and experience driving regularly frequently for at least the last year.

Annual basic salary: COP $50,410,043 (before discounts and benefits)

** Applicants for the position must: 1). Be Colombian citizens or have a valid work visa, 2). Possess an excellent vehicles driving record and valid Colombian driving license Category B1 or B2, first issued at least 5 years ago; 3). Successfully complete all Medical Examinations required by the Agency and/or the US Embassy for Staff allowed to drive official vehicles; 4). Successfully carry out the Security Study carried out by the Embassy of the United States of America and 5).Possess the complete vaccination scheme against Covid-19.

Requerimientos

• Educación mínima: Universidad / Carrera Profesional
• 2 años de experiencia
• Idiomas: Español ,Inglés
• Conocimientos: Adaptación al cambio, Atención al cliente, Finanzas, Gestión del Tiempo, Soporte al cliente, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office
• Licencias de conducir: B1 ,B2

Palabras clave: administrativo, administrative, ayudante, asistente, auxiliar, aux, auxiliary, assistant, helper, aide

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Peace Corps service is a life-defining leadership experience. Since 1961, the Peace Corps has shared with the world America's most precious resource – its people. Volunteers serve in 77 countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Central and South America, Europe, and the Middle East. Peace Corps Volunteers live, learn, and work with a community overseas for 27 months, providing technical assistance in six program areas: education, youth and community development, health, business and information ...

Peace Corps service is a life-defining leadership experience. Since 1961, the Peace Corps has shared with the world America's most precious resource – its people. Volunteers serve in 77 countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Central and South America, Europe, and the Middle East. Peace Corps Volunteers live, learn, and work with a community overseas for 27 months, providing technical assistance in six program areas: education, youth and community development, health, business and information and communications technology, agriculture, and environment.