PATH is an international nonprofit organization that transforms global health through innovation. We take an entrepreneurial approach to developing and delivering high-impact, low-cost solutions, from lifesaving vaccines and devices to collaborative programs with communities. Through our work in more than 70 countries, PATH and our partners empower people to achieve their full potential.

PATH seeks an Administrative Assistant to provide support to a new project in Ghana, implemented under the global  MalariaCare partnership, a USAID - funded program available to support case management support to PMI focus and other countries.  MalariaCare aims to achieve universal diagnosis and appropriate case management for malaria by strengthening the capacity of malaria-affected countries at all levels of the health system to provide high-quality diagnostic and treatment services for malaria and other febrile illnesses. This position reports to the Project Administrator for MalariaCare, Ghana.

Tracking Code: 5583

Job Description     

Based in Accra, the Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

•   Maintain office files for the program, ensuring confidentiality of all documents.
•   Type, edit, format, proofread, distribute, and file correspondence, reports, and other project-related documents.
•   Assist with administrative tasks such as photocopying, faxing, and scanning.
•   Coordinate logistics for workshops and meetings as requested.
•   Assist in planning the orientation of new employees.
•   Make flight, hotel, and ground transportation arrangements for staff and visitors.
•   Complete travel documentation for staff per PATH policy.
•   Manage invitation letters and confirmations for visitors.
•   Prepare agendas and organize materials for meetings.
•   Monitor program activities and upcoming deadlines.

Required Skills

•   Familiar with general office systems and equipment.
•   Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
•   Flexible, detail oriented, organized, adaptable to changing priorities, and able to take the initiative and to meet strict deadlines.
•   Demonstrated effectiveness producing accurate work product with attention to detail, even while under deadline pressure.
•   Comfortable working in a team environment.
•   Able to prioritize tasks with competing deadlines.
•   Experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
•   Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum 3 years office experience in a similar role.
•   Diploma in Business Administration or related subject.
•   Experience working with international organizations is a plus.

Candidates must have legal authorization to work and currently reside in Ghana.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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Closing Date: 03 June, 2013