JOB TITLE: Administrative Assistant

LOCATION:  Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Kingston

DESCRIPTION: Provide administrative and secretarial support to the Unit; Provide secretarial and administrative support primarily to the Project Manager, but also to the rest of the team; Maintain the electronic and hard copy filing systems; Maintain a system to ensure adequate supply, storage and distribution of stationery. supplies and oversees maintenance of equipment; Assists with the preparation, collation and timely distribution of reports; Assist with logistical arrangements for meetings and travel

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Science Degree in Administrative Management or Diploma in Administration and Certified Administrative Professional Certificate Plus A minimum of five (5) years’ professional experience in an administrative office management capacity to include prior experience working with internationally-funded projects and preferably, at the level of an executive secretary; Dynamic and self motivated professional; Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail; Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; Team oriented; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Proficient in Microsoft Office in particular, Word and Excel

CONTACT INFORMATION: Senior Director, Human Resource Management and Development Division, Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hope Gardens, Kingston 6

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 20, 2015