Administrative Assistant – Non-profit

Seeking an Administrative Assistant for a non-profit that will be providing administrative support to the office staff and clients. Able to perform administrative task efficiently with attention to details. Bilingual in Dari/Pashto helpful.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Immigration/Refugee Program by answering their client phone line, schedule appointments, and send phone messages to appropriate staff.
• Answer, screen, and forward any incoming calls and provide basic information to callers as needed.
• Compile information and data entry
• Receive and sort daily mail, emails and faxes to the appropriate staff.
• Perform other duties including filing, photocopying, faxing and drafting correspondence.
• Organize and maintain file systems, correspondence and other records.
• Assist with human resources administrative tasks.

. Requirements:

• Computer skills: Must have proficient computer abilities including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), and a willingness to learn database software.
• Diversity: Show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Ability to take cultural differences into account in developing organizational communication.
• Organizational Support: Follow policies and procedures; complete administrative tasks correctly and on time; support organization’s goals and values with a strong commitment to the mission.
• Education and/or experience: One-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree helpful.
• Language skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general instruction and technical procedures. Ability to write simple correspondence. Fluency in written and verbal in Dari is HIGHLY desirable.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.

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