Solidarités International launches the external recruitment of a Liaison and Support Officer.

BASE ADDIS ABEDA

POSITION LIAISON AND SUPPORT OFFICER

EXPECTED DATES 01/12/2023 – 29/02/2024

BASIC SALARY From 740 to 855USD (paid in ETB, according experience on similar positions)

Description of the position

The Liaison and Support Officer is leading all administrative protocols for our head office in Addis Ababa, from visa or work permit for our international employees to the validation of project agreements or even supporting imports’ validation. You will therefore have to develop a strong network with the different administrative authorities.

This position will also carry a wide range of tasks related to our newly opened office: accountancy, cash management, human resources management, procurement, office and fleet management.

More details below:

Administration:

In this role, you will monitor changes in regulations and administrative procedures, promptly alerting your line manager to any significant developments affecting the organization. You will also be responsible for establishing and nurturing relationships with administrative bodies, ensuring that you have the necessary documents, and managing administrative procedures. Additionally, daily reporting on ongoing procedures and archiving of documentation will be expected.

Translation:

You will be called upon to translate official documents when required, as well as provide simultaneous interpretation during meetings.

Support to Administrative Management of Personnel:

This position will require your support in various aspects of personnel management. You will participate in the recruitment and hiring processes as archiving and monitoring of individual files and deliver all documents relative to the professional life of Solidarités International employees. In addition, you'll handle tax and duty calculations, and ensure the confidentiality of HR data.

Treasury - Accounting - Management

Your responsibilities in treasury, accounting, and management will include supervising cash boxes, issuing vouchers, payment receipts, and necessary accounting documents and recording it all in our system.

Procurement:

You will keep up to date price lists and supplier databases and seeking suppliers based on organizational needs. Handling quote requests, preparing and archiving purchase folders, implementing purchases, and negotiating terms and delivery methods with suppliers are all key responsibilities.

Management of Vehicle Fleet:

Your duties in this area will involve assisting in the planning and execution of service work on vehicles, organizing weekly vehicle movements, monitoring vehicle log books and fuel consumption.

Management of Premises:

You will be responsible for monitoring the conditions of the organization's various premises. This will also include overseeing maintenance operations in collaboration with the appropriate suppliers.

Job Requirements

Education: Secondary education or bachelor's degree in a relevant field is an advantage.

Skills: Strong communication, Excel proficiency, and effective representation with administration are key.

Experience: 1 year in logistics or administration, ideally in development and humanitarian contexts. Proven ability to navigate with authorities and regulations is crucial.

Language: English proficiency is essential; Amharic fluency is essential, other local languages is an asset.

Qualities: support-oriented, excellent communicator, responsible, organized, and quick to react.

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How to Apply

Submit your application with a cover letter and  a resume via email: recruitment@solidarites-ethiopia.org

NOTE: and add the job title to the subject line or candidate directly to Ethiojob website by Sunday 26 November 2023.Solidarités International reserves the right to close this recruitment before this deadline if a suitable candidate is identified.Solidarités International is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.  Solidarités International will never ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process.