ActionAid Ghana (AAG), an Affiliate of ActionAid is looking to employ experienced and self- motivated individuals to fill the following position: Administrative Officer

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Human Resource/Administrative Manager the Administrative Officer is responsible for coordinating administrative support at the Accra Office of ActionAid Ghana and assisting with operational human resource functions.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Manage common services (contracting, sub-contracting, etc)
•   Coordinate  procurement
•   Ensure efficient use of transport and utilities
•   Maintain and periodically updates organization’s assets register and insurance policies
•   Ensure effective organization of meetings/conferences/ staff recruitment
•   Ensure procedures in disposal of boarded machinery and other equipment
•   Coordinate local/international travels of staff and other stakeholders

Job Circumstances:

•   This is a three (3) year renewable contract employment on national terms and conditions. The role sometimes requires working outside normal working hours.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration with at least 2 years post-qualification working experience preferably in a Non-Governmental Organization.

Competencies:

•   Ability to critically analyze administrative costs, generate reports and advise on trends and measures to ensure value for money.
•   Ability to multi-task and be able to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
•   Skillful in managing contracts and procurement in accordance with local policies and guidelines.
•   Ability to effectively coordinate international and local travels taking into account the relevant travel requirements and ensuring effective management of costs in these transactions.

Base Salary:  GHS 1,024.41 (Band 3: Step1)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Application Forms MUST be downloaded and submitted as below.

Click Here For Application Form 1

Click Here For Application Form 2

Curriculum Vitae (CVs) are NOT acceptable.

Completed Application Forms should be emailed to:-

jobs.ghana@actionaid.org

or mail:

The Human Resource Manager
P. O. Box AN 19083,
Accra-North.

Tel: 0289-109560/0244-316392

Closing Date: 09 August, 2013

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted and invited for assessment.

“ActionAid Ghana is an equal opportunities employer.  Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.”