The Esther Benjamins Trust, a UK based charity, wishes to appoint an Executive Assistant for its branch office in Nepal, known as EBT-N, which works with Nepali partner organisations to support the implementation of projects for children and young people in Nepal. EBT-N has supported the rcscuc, rehabilitation, education, community support and long-term carc of displaced and marginalised Nepali children. We help to prevent trafficking of children from vulnerable rural communities across the country. EBT-N is seeking a candidate who has the passion and skills to contribute positively to the dynamic work of the organisation and play a key and flexible role in a small team.
Position: Executive Assistant (based in Godawari, Lalitpur)
Key Responsibilities: PA and Administration
• Organise meetings, prepare and distribute papers and presentations beforehand, take minutes, etc.
• Arrange travel plans for the CD and others as required, occasionally travelling to provide assistance.
• Manage incoming telephone and email communication and deal with it appropriately.
• Ensure that all documentation and data files arc stored efficiently in paper and electronic filing systems.
• Coordinate with EBT team members and partner organisations and update contacts.
• Liaise with partner organisations on behalf of the CD or in order to facilitate fundraising and communications.
Fundraising and Communications
• Support and contribute to the overall development and implementation of fundraising and communication strategy
• Support EBT UK by providing information, statistics, articles for publications & proposal writing.
• Keep in regular communication with partner organisations to ensure a good knowledge of project implementation.
• Prepare regular reports for EBT on sponsored children, complete with photographs.
• Arrange weekly phone calls with EBT UK for activity updates and assist to prepare periodic reports. Core Competencies/Qualifications required:
• Should be confident in dealing with high-level individuals and proactively managing all aspects of the CD's schedule.
• Ability to manage and prioritize internal/external demands on CD's time.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with excellent command of both Nepali and English, oral and written.
• High proficiency with commonly used computer software and applications.
• At least 3 years' experience in a similar role with Graduate degree in development studies, social science, public or business administration. Master degree is preferred in the subjects above.
• Ability to ride motorcycle with valid driving license.
This position requires willingness to work in time pressure, advance report writing skills, very good command in English language and excellent presentation skills in English and Nepali language. If you are the right person we are looking for, please send in a comprehensive CV with two referees, a cover for the appointment and a clear statement of salary expectation. EBT-N will offer an attractive remuneration package to the deserving candidate. Interested candidate may apply to ebtjob@gmail.com by Tuesday, 16th April, 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Phone calls prior to the interview will automatically eliminate candidates from consideration. EBT-N reserves the rights to cancel the vacancy announcement without assigning any reason whatsoever.
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