Country: Philippines
Closing date: 30 Apr 2019
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a Geneva-based humanitarian organization that protects and assists victims of armed conflicts and other situations of violence without discrimination. It has been providing humanitarian aid in the Philippines for more than 70 years, with a permanent presence since 1982. The ICRC works closely with the Philippine Red Cross, its primary partner in the country.
Join the Finance and Administration team of an international humanitarian organization. The ICRC delegation is looking for an:
Administrative Assistant (Receptionist/Cashier)
(Based in Davao)
The Administrative Assistant (Receptionist/Cashier) is the first person to receive visitors and guests of the ICRC Sub-Delegation in Davao, as well as the main entry point for phone calls to the staff in the office and general inquiries. Being at the forefront, s/he must be able to handle and adjust accordingly to different audiences or situations, embodying professionalism at all times. S/he is also responsible for physical processing of cash transactions and the integrity of physical cash balances in the office, strictly respecting and applying ICRC’s rules on financial management.
MAIN TASKS
Welcomes visitors, provides them with information and directs them to appropriate staff member, updates lists and tables, telephone numbers, addresses, etc.
Answers and redirects incoming calls and answers callers’ questions
Performs some secretarial work and keeps track of telephone bills
Handles the office’s cash disbursements and payments
Prepares invoices for payments (by cash, check, bank transfer)
Carries out daily cash count and reconciliation
Participates in cash flow management, ensuring sufficient liquidity; handles cash replenishment from the bank
Files and reports on relevant documents
Ensures respect for financial procedures and guidelines and explains them to clients
REQUIRED PROFILE:
A successful candidate will have:
A bachelor's degree in management, finance or equivalent
2 years’ minimum work experience as a Receptionist/Cashier and/or in administrative support or related capacity
Capacity to deal with public visitors and address phone calls
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks
Fluency in written and spoken English
Ability to treat information confidentially
Initiative and ability to work independently
Capacity to work in a multi-cultural environment
Aptitude to work well under pressure and can adapt to sudden change of priorities
The ICRC offers:
Opportunities for advanced learning and development
Competitive compensation package
A meaningful career within an international humanitarian set-up
Closing date of application: 30 April 2019
Duration of contract: Open-ended
Contract start: As soon as possible
*Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until position is successfully filled. Recruitment may close before deadline of applications.
How to apply:
Qualified applicants are requested to send their comprehensive resume, cover letter to man_hr_services@icrc.org with subject line: SURNAME First name – DAV Administrative Assistant (Receptionist/Cashier).
Office Address: 2F Tavera Business Center, corner J. Camus Extension and Araullo Streets, 8000 Davao City
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. A valid NBI clearance must be submitted once shortlisted.
To learn more about the ICRC in the Philippines, please visit our website www.icrc.org/ph and follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ICRCph.