Administrative Assistant job opportunity at French Agency for Development (AFD) in Uganda

Job Title: Administrative Assistant (secretarial and accounting)

French Agency for Development (AFD), Kampala Office, seeks a qualified Ugandan to fill the position of:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the supervision of the Local Representative, the Administrative Assistant will:

• Handle administrative requirements (secretarial and logistical support),

• Manage accounting records of the office (salary, cashbook, accounting software)

• Communicate with our partners, regional office and headquarters,

• And provide daily assistance in a variety of tasks (Organisation of official visits and events, booking of temporary accommodations, etc.).

• Performs other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• At least three years of experience in administration and /or accounting.

• Ability to work independently.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Computer literacy Microsoft (Word, Excel, etc.).

• Excellent English written and oral communication skills.

• French speaking is compulsory.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Two-year renewable contract

HOW TO APPLY:
If your profile matches the above description, send your CV and application letter to:
French Agency for Development
C/O French Embassy
16, Lumumba Avenue, Kampala or afdkampala@afd.fr
Closing date for submission of applications: Tuesday, 17th September 2013
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.