Saferworld Administrative Assistant Jobs in Uganda

Saferworld Administrative Assistant Jobs in Uganda

The Organization:

Saferworld is an independent international organisation working to prevent violent conflict and build safer lives. We work with people affected by conflict to improve their safety and sense of security, and conduct wider research and analysis.

We use this evidence and learning to improve local, national and international policies and practices that can help build lasting peace. Our priority is people – we believe in a world where everyone can lead peaceful, fulfilling lives, free from fear and insecurity. We are a not-for-profit organisation operational in 12 countries across Africa, Asia and the Middle East.

Saferworld is committed to providing a safe and trusted environment that safeguards our staff, partners and communities.

This role is part of Saferworld’s Uganda country programme – where we have been working for over 15 years – which promotes conflict sensitivity and community-based solutions to insecurity and conflict, including on issues of land, gender, refugees and justice.

The Position:

Reporting to: Finance and Admin Officer

Management Responsibility: Office Assistant

Type of position: National position

Grade and Salary: A competitive INGO salary

Contract terms and hours: Fixed term

Job Purpose:

This role will work closely with the Finance & Admin Officer as well as the Logistics and Operations Officer to ensure the smooth running of Saferworld office in Kampala. S/he will provide logistical and administrative support to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Office Management (General Administration)

Receive and direct incoming calls and greet visitors to office

Provide general information and assistance

Ensure efficient services are provided, liaising with Saferworld’s IT Consultant, Finance and Operations persons in Kampala where necessary.

Manage office inventory and store while tracking usage

Photocopy, bind, laminate documents and undertaken general administrative duties in the office.

Take charge of the mail box and ensure timely checking of any incoming parcels

Support in all administrative tasks in the country office

Programme Administration

Administratively support all staff, volunteers and partners.

Organise meetings, taking minutes and distributing appropriately

Develop and maintain a documentation system with up-to-date information for all partners and volunteers.

Supporting scheduling of Programme meetings.
With guidance from the Finance

& Admin Officer and Logistics and Operations Officer, organize and coordinate all programme events, undertake all necessary documentation/reporting processes relating to these events.

Develop and maintain a system to manage Programme documents and records.

Any other duty may be assigned to the post holder as required by the Line Manager

Key Working Relationships

Finance & Operations Manager, HR Officer, Operations and Logistics Officer, Finance and Admin Officer,

Person Specification

Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience

At least 3 years’ administrative experience preferably in INGO

Excellent computer skills (word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, internet)

Ability to solve basic network IT problems and willingness to develop these skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)

Experience of a demanding workload and ability to prioritize and effectively manage time in order to deliver high quality work to tight schedules

Proven ability to build and maintain relations with colleagues, volunteers, SW stakeholders, including managing difficult situations

Skills and Abilities

Strong written and verbal communications skills.

Strong interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and exercise confidentiality.

Demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse staff.

Good basic budgeting and cash management

Attention to detail

Personal qualities

Commitment to and compliance with Saferworld’s safeguarding principles

Commitment to respect and value equality and diversity, and understanding of how this applies to own area of work

Commitment to own continuing personal and professional development

Commitment to the vision, mission and values of Saferworld

Other requirements

The job may require prolonged periods of desk sitting and working on a computer.

The position is based in Kampala, with potential occasional travel to field offices/project sites.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Saferworld Administrative Assistant Jobs in Uganda

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