Icrc vacancy for administrative assistant

The ICRC is an impartial, neutral and Independent humanitarian organisation. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Sub-Delegation in Port Harcourt is looking for a qualified candidate with the capacity to work independently to fill in the following interesting position:

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Explain and apply financial, HR and administrative procedures
Maintain accounting books using software package
Prepare accounting documents for monthly closing
Follow up and process payments (cash and bank)
Organize and follow-up the maintenance and repairs on premises and office equipment (photocopiers, telephones, faxes, etc)
Execute HR administrative tasks

Required QUALIFICATIONS
University degree in business administration or equivalent
2 years work experience in a similar position
Knowledge of socio and economic environment of Port Harcourt
Good command of written and spoken English
Excellent computer skills

DESIRED PERSONAL SKILLS
Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
Team leadership and good communication skills
Ability to work independently and with a sense of initiative
Methodical person with common sense and rigour.
Strong sense of responsibility and adaptability, able to work over time when needed.

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible

TO APPLY
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application (letter of motivation, CV, copies of certificates/diploma, references) to the following address, not later than 29 July 2011

Attn: Administrator
ICRC Port Harcourt
No 46b Orogbum Crescent, Off Ayaminima Street
GRA Phase 2, Port Harcourt
Please clearly indicate “Administration” on your envelope.
N/B
Personal correspondences are non returnable
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
Only complete files matching with the profile will be considered.
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