Job Purpose:
The primary function of this position is s to provide administrative support in an effective and efficient manner to the Plant Manager and other staff as may be required.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Provide a high quality secretarial and organisational support services.
Receive internal and external visitors, business associates, expatriates and other functionaries on business/courtesy call with high degree of hospitality.
Receiving and dealing with telephone calls professionally, re-directing or taking messages and using initiative to deal with queries.
Effective management of the electronic diary, assessing priority of appointments and reallocation as necessary.
Manage meeting schedules and ensure that meeting venue is with appropriate facilities and refreshments.
Making travel arrangements, booking accommodation and processing claims for expenses.
Maintain appropriate levels of office supplies, stationary, office equipment including printers and photocopiers.
Devising and maintaining office systems, including data management and filing.
Maintain customer friendly outlook for Plant Manager’s office.
Provide budget support i.e. all costs within the area of control are managed within departmental budget parameters.
Any other duties as may reasonably be required, consistent with the grade of the post.
Collect, compile and record data for business documents
Produce business documents using PC
Maintain filing system
Arrange booking of venues
Transmit and receive business phone calls
Receives and relays messages to manager
Administration
Provide secretarial support to internal customers
Maintain and improve communication networks
Requirements:
Bachelors of Science in Secretarial Studies or any other relevant course
Minimum of 1-3 years experience in a similar position
Managerial: Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, strategic thinking, excellent organisation skills, attention to detail, Mature and Professional
Technical: Proficient in MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, amongst others, Excellent in preparing business correspondences, Excellent in English language, Public speaking skills.
Personal: Strong eye for detail, excellent communication skills, empathy, listening skills, Integrity, objectivity, patience, cultural sensitivity, adaptability, Positive attitude, Good “big picture”/cognitive skills, Good listening and negotiating skills