Temporary Administrative Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica) -- National Works Agency

 

The National Works Agency, an Executive Agency of the Government of Jamaica is seeking suitably qualified individuals for the under-mentioned position:

TEMPORARY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (Level 4) 

Salary as of April 2024 - $2,803,771.00 

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications and Experience:

• A minimum of four (4) CSEC subjects or equivalent including English Language
• Certificate or diploma in Secretarial Studies from a recognized tertiary institution 
• Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) designation or Undergraduate degree in a Social Science discipline
• A minimum of three (3) years related work experience

Principal Duties/Responsibilities:

• Office Management and organizing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel applications
• Very good communication and human relations skills
• Creativity, innovation and problem solving
• Establish and maintain filing and records management system for the parish 
• Plan and arrange for internal and external meetings
• Prepare travel arrangement and travel itinerary
• Record minutes of meetings
• Prepare reports as directed by Managers
• Monitor items delegated
• Excellent customer service skills
• Provide reminders and advice on priorities and matters requiring urgent attention
• Prioritize documents, letters, calls, or visitors needing attention/response

Submit applications in writing no later than Friday, March 22, 2024 to: 

Human Resources Manager

National Works Agency,

140 Maxfield Avenue, Kingston 10 or email: recruitment@nwa.gov.jm

The Agency thanks all applicants in advance. Only individuals shortlisted will be contacted.