Apply: ECOWAS Administrative Assistant

Deadline: Ongoing

Location: Accra, Ghana

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is seeking to fill the position of Administrative Assistant.

ECOWAS is a 15-member regional group with a mandate of promoting economic integration in all fields of activity of the constituting countries.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with planning, organising and overseeing the administrative and HR functions of ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERERA)
  • Assist with monitoring and meeting the administrative/HR and material needs of ERERA, and assist in the preparation, storage and retrieval of requisite records
  • Assist in the provision of administrative support for the procurement process in ERERA
  • Assist in the preparation of periodic status reports of ERERA, including drafting of briefs, minutes of meetings, speeches, letters and other relevant documents as needed in ERERA to be reviewed by the HR and administration officer
  • Assist in ensuring a properly maintained filing system for administrative/HR documents in ERERA
  • Assist the HR and administration officer in preparing the agenda for meetings and supporting material for distribution
  • Assist in updating staff lists, documentation of new staff and ensure their requirements and needs are met
  • Assist in the provision of ad-hoc support to ERERA as and when the need arises

Requirements

  • Brevet de Technicien Superieur (BTS)/Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or equivalent in a similar field
  • Five years, minimum, of progressively responsible experience in administrative services
  • Knowledge of general office and administrative support services including administrative policies, processes and procedures
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively use a computer and use software programmes such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook
  • Excellent knowledge of work unit functions, roles and relationships with other parts of the organisation
  • Citizen of Ghana or ECOWAS member-state resident in Ghana

To apply and for more information, click here.

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