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Job Title:
Administrative Assistant
Employer:
GOAL
Location:
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Country:
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Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Administrative jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 9 August 2024

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Administrative Assistant job at GOAL | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

GOAL Uganda is a prominent humanitarian organization committed to improving the lives of vulnerable communities through innovative programs focused on health, education, and economic empowerment. With a mission to support the most marginalized populations, GOAL Uganda has earned a strong reputation for its impactful work in areas such as nutrition, water and sanitation, and disaster relief. Recognized for its expertise in sustainable development, the organization fosters a work culture built on collaboration, respect, and a deep sense of responsibility towards making a positive difference in people's lives.

GOAL Uganda offers diverse job opportunities that allow employees to work in dynamic, challenging environments while contributing to meaningful social change. Since its establishment, GOAL Uganda has continuously evolved, expanding its reach across multiple regions in Uganda, and adopting innovative approaches to address local challenges effectively. The organization’s business model revolves around community-driven solutions, leveraging local partnerships and international resources to maximize its impact.

With a growing presence, GOAL Uganda operates in several districts, maintaining core values of integrity, accountability, and inclusivity. The organization actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives focused on healthcare, education, and disaster response, ensuring its programs are aligned with the needs of local communities. For more information, visit www.goaluganda.org.

Are you looking for Administrative jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Administrative Assistant job at GOAL

Full-time

Deadline: 

9 Aug 2024

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Administrative Assistant job at GOAL

GOAL

Job Description

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing support to the procurement and logistics department. S/he is to ensure that orders for goods and services are processed promptly and good value for money is obtained according to the existing GOAL Procurement Manual. S/he will also provide general administrative support.

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A Front Desk Management

  • Receive visitors to office in a professional manner.

  • To ensure the outside reception area is kept clean and tidy

  • Liaise with logistics and drivers regarding travel arrangements as required.

  • Processing visitors’ identification cards


Internal & External Communication

  • To maintain a mail log recording all outgoing and incoming correspondence


Management of Front Office Stationery supplies

  • Manage Front office stationery to ensure that stocks are maintained at adequate levels for the efficient running of the office.

  • Place quantity orders for office supplies and ensure Order / Purchase Form is completed and submitted to.


Procurement Support

  • Assist procurement department with the fulfilling of orders received including sending inquiry forms and sourcing quotations from pre-qualified suppliers.

  • Assist with updating of procurement order tracking system (OTS).

  • Assist in developing tracker all for monthly payments under FWAs.

  • Assist with scanning of procurement paperwork and ensuring comprehensive procurement records are maintained as per guidelines.

  • Provide administrative support to the Procurement team and where required prepare documentation for orders, including payment requisition forms etc.

  • Assist in setting up inventory and maintenance list for all furniture and non-asset items in Kampala office

  • Provide administrative support in preparing replacement and maintenance plan for any office inventory / furniture items.

  • Ensure inventory list of fire extinguishers and first aid kits are kept and service plan in place

  • Assist in booking of hotel accommodation booking and transport for GOAL staff and maintain tracker of booking request.

Administrative Assistant job at GOAL

SERVICES

COMMERCIAL

SERVICES

INDUSTRIAL

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RESIDENTIAL

  • Minimum education requirement of a Diploma/Degree in any business-related course.

  • 1 – 2 years NGO working experience in a similar role

  • Knowledge in use of MS Office packages

  • Basic procurement and logistics knowledge.

  • Possess good communication skills

  • Ability to prioritise different tasks in efficient manner

  • Possess good interpersonal skills

  • Flexible and hardworking

  • Assertive but able to keep good relations

APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
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