Under the supervision of Senior Administration and Finance Officer the incumbent will assist day to day activities for the smooth operation of NVQS project.
Location and Term PSU Office, Swisscontact, Sanothimi, Bhaktapur
Starting from 1 November 2015 for one year, subject to extension.
Required Qualification
ï‚· Minimum Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years’ experience in similar position, preferably in international organisation
ï‚· Strong written and spoken skills in English and Nepali languages and able to produce documents in Nepali language as well as strong Nepali typing skills
ï‚· Good knowledge of Microsoft Office package
ï‚· Able to multi-task and take responsibilities independently
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
ï‚· Take charge of Front Desk of NVQS PSU Office
ï‚· Attend visitors/business associates and respond to their queries
ï‚· Manage EPABX system and attend external phone calls
ï‚· Receive and record all incoming correspondence/invoices
ï‚· Assist in soliciting quotations and procuring office supplies and fixed assets
ï‚· Maintain proper filing system of all relevant documents and records
ï‚· Supervise office support staff and manage vehicle movements
ï‚· Manage petty cash and store supplies
ï‚· Assist Senior Admin and Finance Officer as and when needed
Interested candidates are requested to send their latest CV with signature, a cover letter and two reference letters in a sealed envelope or email tonp.info@swisscontact.org on or before 14 October 2015. Please mention the position you are applying for on top of the envelope/in the subject.
Only short-listed candidates will be called for interviews. Female candidates and candidates from disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply
For more information please contact:
Swisscontact | Swiss Foundation for Technical Cooperation Bakhundole, Lalitpur-3, Nepal | P.O. Box: 21499 Tel: 5528508, 5548830; Fax: +977 1 5536108
Swisscontact supports economic, social and ecological development of South Asia by implementing projects which enable people to improve their living conditions on their own initiatives. Swisscontact has been engaged in international development cooperation in the region since 1962, when it started working in Chandigarh, India and established the Indo-Swiss Training Centre. Gradually, Swisscontact expanded operations across Bangladesh in 1979, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in 1980 and Nepal in 1990.
At present, Swisscontact South Asia has the largest portfolio of development projects in Bangladesh and the office located in Dhaka functions as the South Asia Regional Office (SARO). Swisscontact also maintains a country office in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Swisscontact aims to further strengthening its presence in South Asia whilst building and maintaining strong networks with private businesses; public agencies; micro, small and medium enterprises; non-governmental organisations and civil society; bi- and multi-lateral donor agencies and host governments.