Receptionist

The International Republican Institute (IRI) is a Washington, D.C. based nonpartisan, nongovernmental organization dedicated to advancing democracy worldwide. IRI has supported the promotion of democratic governance in Tanzania since 2013 and opened its first office in Tanzania in 2015 with an aim to engage youth in civil society on Tanzania’s democratic process with partners in the Tanzanian parliament’s women and youth caucuses. The International Republican Institute is competitively recruiting a Receptionist cum Administration Assistant to support operations of the organization. POSITION: Receptionist cum Administration Assistant The Receptionist cum Administration Assistant will be responsible for ensuring day to day administrative operations of the organization are accomplished. The Receptionist cum Administration Assistant reports to the Country Director (CD). Duties & Responsibilities ? Handle the front office – directing all visitors, including vendors, partners, and other stakeholders appropriately. ? Order and manage office supplies. ? Manage routine office administrative duties. ? Handle travel arrangements. ? Perform other duties as instructed by the Country Director. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualifications ? A university degree. ? Minimum of two years’ working experience in an international NGO or donor funded projects, including experience in coordinating domestic and international travel. Desired Competency and Experience ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills ? Ability to use computer software programs at least Word, Excel, Power Point ? Good time management and organizational skills, including resourcefulness and the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and efficiently ? Self – motivated and result - oriented ? Flexibility towards working hours, mature and reliable HOW TO APPLY: If interested, please apply by emailing rnamusisi@iri.org. The following documents are required for submission: (1) Curriculum Vitae (start with your most recent employment and state job title, employer, dates employed as well as skills and achievements in each employment listed) and include two professional references (2) Cover letter (please refer to the core competencies and state how your skills, knowledge and experience demonstrate your suitability Please do not send additional attachments or copies (i.e. academic transcripts or professional certificates) at this time. You may apply no later than February 09, 2017. This is an immediate opening so interview process will start immediately. No phone calls or in-person applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted, so there is no need to follow up.

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