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Administrative Assistant

Organisation
National Works Agency
Reference
VAC-49395
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Secretarial Administrative & Clerical
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$2,803,771.00 per annum
Date Posted
29/04/2024
Expiry Date
14/05/2024
The National Works Agency, an Executive Agency of the Government of Jamaica is seeking suitably qualified individuals for the position of Administrative Assistant

 

QUAUFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • A minimum of four (4) CSEC subjects or equivalent including English Language Certificate or Diploma in Secretarial Studies from a recognized tertiary institution Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) designation or Undergraduate degree in a Social Science discipline
  • A minimum of three years related work experience.
  • Previous work experience in an engineering or contracting office environment would be an asset. 

 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/SKILLS

  • Good knowledge of procurement process
  • Basic knowledge of project management
  • Office management and organizing skills.
  • Excellent knowledge and use of computer applications — Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher etc. Adobe Acrobat Professional
  • Very good communication and human relation skills
  • Creativity, Innovation, and problem solving.
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Establish and maintain filing and records management system
  • Plan and arrange for internal and external meetings.
  • Prepare travel arrangement and travel itinerary.
  • Record minutes of meetings
  • Prepare reports as directed by Managers.
  • Monitor items delegated.
  • Provide reminders and advice on priorities and matters requiring urgent attention.
  • Prioritize documents, letters, calls, or visitors needing attention/response. 

 

 

The Agency thanks all applicants in advance. Only individuals short-listed will be contacted. 

Region: 
Kingston
Occupational fields: 
Engineering
Required IT skills: 
Adobe Acrobat

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