Career Opportunity as Administrative Assistant at British High Commission Dhaka 2020.
The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. They value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing their organisational capability. They welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. They do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. They promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.
The Corporate Services Section is responsible for the overall management of the British High Commission Estates, Finances, Human Resources, Transportation, Information Technology, Protocol and other administrative functions. It is a key section within the High Commission and staff are committed to providing the best possible support to the wider Mission to ensure the effective delivery of priority objectives across all teams.
As a member of the Corporate Services team, you will be responsible for the effective delivery of services to the wider Mission and supporting the Corporate Services Team.
Administrative Assistant Roles and Responsibilities:
- Provide assistance in administering the BHC Medical Insurance plan
- Provide administrative assistance to the Customs & Protocol team
- Provide administrative support to Transport team
- Management of reception area
- Greet visitors and inform staff of visitor’s arrival
- Handle and redirect calls through the switchboard
- Make hotel bookings for official visitors
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- Update BHC meeting room registers
- Undertake routine input or scanning of data into systems or databases
- Receive and forward incoming correspondence
- Other duties deemed operationally necessary by the Line Manager
Location:
DhakaBenefits
- For British High Commission (BHC) candidates, the Local Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.
- For other than BHC candidates, the salary range will be BDT 51,335 per month.
- The British High Commission offers a competitive remuneration package, including salary, benefits, a leave entitlement, Health Insurance and relevant L&D opportunities.
- Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment and security checks.
- No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.
- The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system linked to staff bonuses. They have a 5-day working week, plus annual leave, public holidays, maternity leave provision, special leave, paid sick leave provision; ample development opportunities, travel opportunities, a good organisational culture, and excellent work/life balance.
- They treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment.
- This is a good opportunity to be part of a strong, diverse team, working in the biggest network that FCO has anywhere across the globe. They are aiming to make it the best.
Eligibilities
- Excellent command of English (oral and written);
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- Level of language required: Fluent in Spoken and Written English and Bangla;
- Good team player;
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritise and handle multitasking;
- Strong Customer Service skills;
- Strong IT Skills, in particular, MS Word, Excel and Outlook;
- Changing and Improving, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace.
Application Process
To Apply:
Please note applications without (a) and (b) will not be considered.
a) Complete the Online Job Application Form.
b) Complete the motivation segment in the Online Application Form and the competency questions.
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Application Deadline: April 6, 2020
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