Job Opportunity at ECHO
Available Position: Administrative Assistant
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Administrative assistant undertakes clerical and secretarial duties. As a part of a dynamic team, he/she supports both Admin and Operation team members through a variety of tasks related to general office administration, protocol, HR, finance, as well as he/she ensures receptionist functions in the Office.
His/Her duties and responsibilities include assisting in managing administration and finance operational tasks, following-up staff planning table, maintaining organized file systems for the organization, scheduling appointments, and managing room bookings. He/She plays the focal role for the mission of all staff and leave requests. He/She facilitates travel arrangements. He/She provides back up support to ensure efficient operation of the office. He/She is available for travelling outside/inside the country when required.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
Knowledge and Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience;
- Previous experience in a Governmental or other International Organisation is an advantage;
- Very Good drafting skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Capable of working under pressure in a multitasking position;
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment;
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc).
Languages:
- Fluency in English (verbal & writing).
- An excellent knowledge of Thai (verbal & writing)
Applications MUST comprise of:
- a cover letter (maximum of 1 page) setting out the candidate’s motivation and suitability for the position;
- a detailed CV (maximum of 3 pages) in the attached European CV Template only; and
- academic and employment certificates certified true copy by the applicant;
- The name, position and contact number/details (telephone, e-mail) of three references (including HR department and the supervisor), one of them being a recent employer;
- a copy of the valid work and residence permit to live and work in Thailand (in case of non-Thai)
CONTRACT
The contract is initially for a period of one year with possibility of renewal subject to a 3 months’ probationary period. After two consecutive definite-term contracts and a positive appraisal, an indefinite-term employment could be offered.
ECHO employees observe the National Staff code of Conduct which is available on the link: https://ec.europa.eu/echo/document/download/877ba212-1551-4dbe-83f6-4ce6992deb49_en
As an indication, the monthly basic salary is THB. 53,616 which corresponds to the minimum required experience in the vacancy and will be adapted according to the exact duration of relevant professional experience supported by a work certificate. Besides the basic salary, the employee will receive disability / retirement allowance, a 13th salary, transportation allowance, as well as a medical coverage. (The salary is subject to local taxes).