☑ We are looking for a superhero in organization to supercharge our Executive Program Team’s impact!
☑ We need a magician in managing complex calendars internally and externally across a global team
☑ We are looking for a Ninja in managing global travel from A to V (arrangements to visas)
☑ Special bonus points for a mind-reader who can anticipate all of our needs
☕ You will not be asked to make coffee, because this is a brew-it-yourself team
☑ Qualifications & competencies
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree plus 3-5 years directly relevant administrative experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience:
o in an international organization and/or in a non-profit setting;
o liaising with senior staff, coordinating related meetings, and taking minutes; and
o planning and supporting all aspects of international travel.
• Outstanding time management and organizational skills including keen attention to detail with ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously combined with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
✅ To Apply Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to recrutementhkisenegal@hki.org.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Helen Keller
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Executive Assistant
(Dakar, Senegal)
Guided by the remarkable legacy of its co-founder, Helen Keller, Helen Keller Intl partners with communities striving to overcome longstanding cycles of poverty. By delivering the essential building blocks of good health, sound nutrition and clear vision, we help millions of people create lasting change in their own lives. Working in 20 countries – across Africa, Asia, Europe and the United States – and together with a global community of supporters, we are ensuring every person has the opportunity – as Helen did – to reach their true potential.
We are looking for an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and logistical support to the Chief Program Officer (CPO), his Program leadership team and direct reports.
The Executive Assistant will streamline the workload of the CPO and Program leadership by scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars, arranging all aspects of travel, coordinating and facilitating meeting logistics; preparing materials for internal and external meetings and events; attending internal meetings; and implementing day-to-day operational tasks such as processing and monitoring expenses. The Executive Assistant will facilitate information flow among all the above parties and relevant global staff and key external partners and assist in cross-functional projects that involve multiple departments.
This fast-paced position will require someone with a service mindset who is adept at managing multiple work streams simultaneously. This position requires strong organizational abilities, a high level of attention to detail, and flexibility to move from project to project. This position will require someone who is able to collaborate across departments and maintain diplomacy and confidentiality.
The position will be based in the Dakar, Senegal office and is a local hire.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications & competencies
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to recrutementhkisenegal@hki.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
In the spirit of our founder and namesake, Helen Keller is dedicated to
building an inclusive workforce where diversity in all its forms is fully valued.
All qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of ethnicity, race, caste, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic that does not affect the ability to perform the required duties.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities.
If you are a qualified person with a disability and need to request accommodation during the job application or interview process, please contact us at the email address above or by phone: +221 33 869 10 63.
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