The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat
Founded in 1971, the Pacific Islands Forum (PIFS) is the region's premier political and economic policy international organisation. We are an employer of choice in the region. Applicants for this Fiji based position must be a Fijian national. Selection is based on merit. The Secretariat is committed to gender balance, diversity, and inclusion. Our workforce is currently over 50% female, and we have representatives from twelve of the eighteen Forum member countries.
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity exists for any member of staff wishing to fill the position of Executive Assistant at the Forum Secretariat. Reporting to the Deputy Secretary General, the incumbent will be responsible for providing timely and efficient secretarial, administration, and executive support services to the Deputy Secretary General and Senior Management as directed.
Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
Information Management & Secretarial Support to the Deputy Secretary General;
Executive Time / Diary Management Support;
HR Business Partner (Executive Team);
Administrative Support;
Public Relations on behalf of the Office of Deputy Secretary General.
We are looking for candidates with a relevant tertiary qualification (minimum diploma) in office administration or related discipline, with five years of work experience in a similar position. Candidates who have more than five years of work experience in a similar organisation will have an advantage. Candidates must demonstrate exceptionally good oral and written communication skills with excellent computer skills and proficiency in MS Office Suite. The candidate must be creative and have high-level interpersonal skills.
The Benefits
The appointment carries a competitive remuneration and benefits package including medical and life insurance. The starting salary is at FJD31,833 per annum. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through our website: www.forumsec.org where an information package containing the job description and remuneration details is also available. Candidates must include in either their application or Curriculum Vitae the full contact details of three referees. Only Fiji citizens can apply.
The Forum Secretariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Deadline for applications is at 5pm (Fiji time), 1 November 2024.
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