Administrative Assistant

at Amani Girls Organization (AGO)
Location Singida, Tanzania, United Republic of
Date Posted May 22, 2024
Category Administration
Management
Job Type Full-time
Currency TZS

Description

JOB DETAILS:
Amani Girls Organization (AGO) is a Non-governmental Organization, founded in 2004 and registered with registration number 00NGO/R1/00249. For more than 18 years, AGO has been working to build protective and productive resources for children, youth, and families to enable their active participation in community and National development. Strategically, AGO executes programs in Adolescent Health promotion, Education Support, and Social Protection of children, adolescent girls, and young women. AGO commits to advancing adolescent girls’ rights in Tanzania, and supporting marginalized and vulnerable populations (particularly OVCs, Adolescent Girls, and Young Women and their families), through inclusive livelihood and movement building.

Following a new partnership with Stromme Foundation (SF) to support the implementation of 7 years Stromme Foundation Strategic Plan in Tanzania, specifically within the Singida Region. AGO is looking for qualified individuals who will fill in the available vacancy in the current AGO structure. AGO is willing to employ the following positions: –

Administrative Assistant: 1 Position based in Singida.

Job Description
AGO is seeking a motivated and organized individual to join our team as an Administrative Assistant. The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to senior management and other staff members within the organization. This position will be responsible for scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, preparing documents and reports, and other tasks as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and appointments for Junior and Senior Management and other staff members.
• Prepare and edit documents, presentations, and reports for senior management.

• Respond to inquiries from internal and external contacts.
• Maintain filing systems and databases.
• Develop and implement processes for improved administrative efficiency.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics for business trips.
• Maintain office condition and arrangement.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications
• A College Certificate, high school, and or equivalent experience in an administrative role.
• At least 1 year of experience in an administrative or similar role.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher, etc).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

GENERAL CRITERIA REQUIRED
AGO is an equal-opportunity employer promoting gender, equity, and diversity. Persons with disabilities and other key vulnerable groups are encouraged to apply. Applicants aged 25 – 35 years are given preference. Extensive experience working with OVCs, Youth, and Caregivers, particularly Adolescent Girls and Young Women. Proven competency in working with OVC, ECD, Income and Job Creation, Ultra Poor Graduation (UPG) programs, and Parenting programs. Effectiveness of working with cultural and youth and caregivers’ diversity. Singida resident applicants are encouraged to apply. A valid driving license is an added advantage.

Remuneration
AGO offers a competitive package for selected candidates in line with Salary history, Academic qualifications, and relevant experience.

Applying Instructions

Submit your application here: vacancy@amanigirls.or.tz