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Job Title:
Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
Employer:
National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO)
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Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Administrative jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 23 February 2024
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Mukono, Uganda
The National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) is Uganda’s premier public institution mandated to coordinate, generate, and disseminate agricultural research that supports sustainable development, food security, and improved livelihoods. Established under the National Agricultural Research Act of 2005, NARO has evolved into a renowned center of scientific excellence, recognized regionally and internationally for its groundbreaking research and innovations in crop and livestock production, fisheries, forestry, and natural resource management.
With a vibrant and knowledge-driven work culture that promotes scientific integrity, collaboration, and professional growth, NARO offers diverse career opportunities and flexible work arrangements aimed at attracting and retaining top-tier researchers and support staff. The organization’s business model is rooted in a decentralized research system, leveraging a network of specialized research institutes across Uganda to generate context-specific solutions and technologies tailored to farmers’ needs.
NARO upholds core values of excellence, accountability, innovation, teamwork, and client orientation, and integrates these into all its programs and partnerships. Its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility is evident in community-based outreach, capacity-building initiatives, youth involvement in agriculture, and environmental conservation efforts. With a wide reach and influence in both national policy and grassroots transformation, NARO remains instrumental in driving agricultural advancement in Uganda and beyond. For more information, visit www.naro.go.ug.
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Administrative Assistant/Receptionist job at National Agricultural Research Organisation
National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO)
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
The National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) is an agency of the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF)
With the mandate to coordinate and oversee all aspects of public-funded agricultural research in Uganda.
Established as a body corporate by the National Agricultural Research Act of 2005, NARO comprises a Governing Council, a Secretariat and 16 Public Agricultural Research Institutes (PARIs) spread across the country.
NARO is mandated to undertake research in all aspects of agriculture including crops, livestock, fisheries, forestry, agro-machinery, natural resources and socio-economics.
The National Agricultural Research Organisation was established by the National Agricultural Research Act 2005 as a body corporate with the mandate to provide strategic direction for publically funded agricultural research in Uganda. The organisation is composed of the Council as its governing body, Committees of Council, a Secretariat for its day-to-day operations, and semi-autonomous Public Agricultural Research Institutes (PARI's) under its policy guidance. The Director General invites suitably qualified Ugandans to apply for the following positions at the NARO Secretariat and respective PARIS.
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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Answering and directing phone calls, emails and visitors
Scheduling meetings, appointments and travel arrangements
Preparing and distributing correspondence, reports and documents
Maintaining and updating records, databases and filing systems
Ordering and managing office supplies and equipment
Assisting with budgeting, accounting and payroll tasks
Performing other duties as assigned by the management
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The qualifications for the position are:
A diploma or degree in business administration, office management or related field
At least two years of relevant work experience in a similar role
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other office software
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality
Knowledge of agricultural research and development is an asset
Applicants are required to check for details of the advert indicating duties of each post, minimum qualification and experience, reference number specified against the vacancy on the NARO website www.naro.go.ug
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
