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    Coordinator, Regional Office - Nairobi, Kenya - ChildFund International

    ChildFund International
    ChildFund International Nairobi, Kenya

    4 days ago

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    ABOUT THE COMPANY

    Worldwide, 570 million children live in extreme poverty, vulnerable to many factors that threaten their well-being. Children need protection, support and care at each stage of childhood to stay safe, healthy, learning and on track to achieve their potential. ChildFund works with local partner organizations, governments, corporations and individuals to help create the safe environments children need to thrive.

    JOB SUMMARY

    This position serves as a resource in providing programmatic and administrative support to the Regional Office. This includes organizing travel and meetings, and stewardship of the master confidential files. S/he will be also responsible to manage assigned projects, data collection and analysis for decision making, and plays designated roles as a member of the logistics and administrative support team of the Africa Regional Office. This position handles the most sensitive information and records and requires the highest level of confidentiality and professional demeanor.Qualifications/Experience/EducationBachelors Degree in Business Administration/Management (or equivalent) with 5 years of experience in as an Executive Assistant, Office Manager or Administrative Assistant.Training/Proficiency in software applications (operating systems, data analysis, graphics, and presentations, spreadsheet, database, accounting operations software, project management software, presentation software).Strong commitment to the missions and goals of the organization.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.Ability to manage projects, draw conclusions and report results to aid in decision making for the division.Ability to manage special projects, prepare written and financial reports, and present data in graphical forms, excellent editing and proofreading skills.Ability to work independently, handle confidential matters, prioritize multiple tasks and follow up and meet strict deadlines.Professional demeanor required with the proven ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) at all levels of the organization internally and externally.Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive and constructive attitude.Demonstrated openness to change and ability to manage complexities and remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure.Demonstrated diplomacy in working with diverse cultures and audiences and sensitive situations and subject matter.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Supports programmatic initiatives at Regional Office level in key areas, corporate partnerships and engagement, advocacy, research and documentation.Responsible for the Regional Office's administrative duties that includes: responding to routine correspondence and requests on behalf of the Regional Director (RD); proof reading correspondence; and assisting in maintaining program and financial recordsManage the travel arrangements of the Regional Director and other designated staff. This includes liaison with the travel agent, preparing itineraries, ticketing, and documentation of travel authorizations, hotel and rental car reservations, and visas/ workpermits when required.Routine communications with staff at the International Headquarters in Richmond and Washington DC; Regional Offices and partner organizations.Responsible for the efficient daily workflow of the office; assists in maximizing use of time and resources of the office and in maintenance of permanent records and files.As directed, provides support to special internal and external committees, activities, and forums; works in close concert with all Divisions under the RD responsibilityResponsible for the coordination, collation and preparation of divisional reports required for Global Leadership Team and Board meetings/reports; provides support to RD on consolidation and presentation of all division information.Responsible for the organization and preparations of background documents and filing of materials and meetings minutes.Support the RO procurement function and provide occasional support to finance whenever there is need.Regional office, Event Management/ Meetings such as Africa Leadership Team (ALT) meetings, Regional VisitsPerforms other duties as may be assigned.

    REQUIRED SKILLS

    Collaboration, Communication, Documentation and record keeping, Problem solving, Travel planning and reservations (leisure, business)

    REQUIRED EDUCATION

    Bachelor's degree

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