Receptionist / Administrative Assistant - Calabar Job at John Snow, Inc.

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Job Title: Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

Location: Calabar, Nigeria

Organisation: John Snow, Inc. (JSI), a US-based International Public Health Consulting Firm

The Receptionist/Administrative Assistant will be based in Calabar and will work under the guidance of the Zonal Director to provide oversight for the day-to-day general administrative functioning of the office.

Key Responsibilities:

1.   Answer telephone calls appropriately, clearly and in a friendly manner

2.   Take and relay messages or forward calls, direct office visitors, receive/send correspondence, and keep fax log and any correspondence

3.   Perform office equipment tasks such as arranging for telephone and e-mail services, obtaining quotations for required services, and arranging for repair of office equipment

4.   Oversee maintenance of all office supplies and equipment, including scheduling of routine maintenance of the office as well as inventory and oversight of procurements

5.   Assist in organizing workshop, training and meeting requests

6.   Maintain a neat personal appearance and polite demeanor as prescribed by professional and local standards as well as a clean office space

7.   Work with the drivers to ensure regular maintenance of all vehicles and ensure that vehicle logbooks are up-to-date

Minimum Skills and Qualifications:

Applicants for this position must possess the following minimum qualifications:

•   Bachelor's degree in Business/Public Relations/Administration or related discipline with at least 2-3 years experience in the areas outlined

•   Strong computer skills, including proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

•   Experience in office management

•   Excellent verbal and written communication skills

•   Experience with inventory management

•   Ability to work in a team and exhibit traits of courtesy, cooperation, respect and customer service

•   Ability to use internet and emails

•   Good interpersonal relationships

The above position is full-time position. JSI offers excellent benefits. Salary will be commensurate with experience and salary history.

Interested applicants should submit their cover letter and resume with the job location and salary expectation boldly written at the top of the resume on or before 7th August, 2012.

Receptionist / Administrative Assistant - Calabar Job