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Embassy of Canada

The Embassy of Canada in Ethiopia would like to invite good and educated candidates for the ensuing position. The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from different sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from importunity and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting workers to learn and develop their skills and competencies.

Position Administrative Assistant

Summary of Duties

Under the general supervision of the Program Manager, this position provides executive services performing a variety of support functions, similar as, but not limited to secretarial and financial services, logistical support, preparing and processing correspondence, providing services to internal and external clients and other program related duties as required.

Area of Selection

This position is open to internal candidates who have the right to reside and work in Ethiopia, who meet all the essential conditions stated, and whose applications are received by the closing date.

Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Ethiopia does n't sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from different sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive plant where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language * and experience.

Candidates must demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications.

Language will be assessed further during the process.

Education

Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education.
A bachelor’s degree from a recognizedpost-secondary institution, OR a completed High School Diploma and a minimum of one( 1) year of applicable work experience in the areas listed under the experience criteria below

Language

Advanced level in English, both written and spoken
Advanced level in Amharic, both written and spoken

Experience Applicants must have experience in each of the ensuing areas

Experience in a professional office environment, including roles similar as program coordination, customer service, or administration within a commercial organization, foreign charge, government office, or transnational organization
Experience in client- facing roles, providing advice and services through colorful channels( in person, by telephone, and electronic messaging)

RATED REQUIREMENTS

The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are related to knowledge, abilities, and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include but are n't limited to, a written examination, an oral interview( online pre- recorded/ live, or in- person), role- play, practical tests, presentations, and/ or psychometric assessment.

Knowledge

Knowledge of Microsoft Office( ex. MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook)

Competencies

Focus on Quality and Details
Adaptability and flexibility
Teamwork and cooperation
Showing initiative and being solution- oriented
Professional integrity and discretion

Abilities

Ability to work under pressure and independently in a fast- paced environment

Asset Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.

Fluency in French, both written and spoken functional Conditions

Working hours 37.5 hours per week over a 5- day workweek

May be required to work outside normal working hours( i.e. evenings and weekends

Conditions of Employment Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position, and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position.

Valid work authorization Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.
Security screening Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status( security level) which includes a felonious and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period.
Other conditions of employment Before an offer of employment can be made, candidates must provide a original address as proof of residence in the specific city, region, or country so that if selected, it'll appear on the offer letter
Job Time Full- Time Job Type Contract
Place of Work Addis Ababa, Addis Abeba – Ethiopia
Salary 844,729 ETB

How to apply

You must submit your application using the “ Apply online ” function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered unless a valid reason is presented and accepted before the closing date.
Do n't include particular data similar as; age, date of birth, gender, connubial status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV, nor cover letter( as required). Please only include information applicable to the vacancy as requested in the job poster.
You must demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the education and experience factors listed in the essential and asset qualifications. You must provide specific examples to demonstrate clearly how you meet the qualifications. Global Affairs Canada can not make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties wo n't be sufficient. Instead, you must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the experience. No fresh information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/ or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
Applications that do n't include all of the requested documents or information and/ or which are n't received by the closing date will be rejected.