Administrative Assistant - Connects Autism Tanzania

Connects Autism Tanzania

Position: Administrative Assistant

Location: Moshi

Deadline: 31st January 2017 5pm

Summary of the Position:

Connects Autism Tanzania is a grassroots Non-Government Organization that works to support

people living with autism and co-occurring conditions through capacity building, advocacy,

community awareness and developing opportunities for success. We are looking for an

administrative assistant that can help support the Executive Director and the Programmes Manager

to complete all their activities effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Office Management

• Assist the Executive Director and Programmes Manager with administrative and secretarial

duties.

• Perform general office administrative duties.

• Provide information and assistance to visitors.

• Oversee the printing of all materials.

Programme Administration

• Support programme planning and management as needed.

• Assist in organising meetings, take minutes, and prepare necessary resources.

• Provide logistical and administrative assistance to the Executive Director, Programme

Manager, Directors and other personnel.

• Participate in organizational planning meetings

Report Writing

• Assist in the development of donor, financial, government, and annual reports.

Financial planning and management

• Assist the Executive Director and the Programmes Manager in maintaining financial records.

• Assist in providing cost estimates for program activities

• Assist in compiling all evaluations and required reports.

Please note that this job description serves only as a guideline for your responsibilities and is not a definitive list. As with any

fast-moving organisation, staff roles can be subject to change to meet new priorities and therefore you may, on occasions, be required to take on other jobs as necessary.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Diploma in Administration, Business Administration, or Secretarial Studies

• 1-2 years experience

• Technology Skills in Microsoft Office

• Fluent in Reading, Writing, and Speaking English and Swahili

• Good Communication Skills

• A Self-starter with a strong ability to work independently with minimal directions

• An energetic personality with good interpersonal skills

• A Strong Desire to help improve the lives of people with autism and co-occurring conditions

Application Instructions:

Candidates interested and who meet the above requirements are requested to submit their CV

including contact details of three professional references and a Cover Letter (indicating their suitability for this position) to info@connectsautismtanzania.com. Deadline for receiving application will be 31st January 2017 5pm.

Please clearly indicate “Administrative Assistant Applicant” in your email subject line. Please note due to the volume of applications, only short listed candidates will be contacted.