Kelem International School (KIS), previously known as the Swedish Community School, is seeking qualified applicants for the following position.
Located in Addis Ababa, the Swedish Community School has been providing a Swedish education profile since its establishment in 1946, accumulating over 70 years of experience in delivering education in English within a foreign context.
Currently, the school offers preschool, primary, and lower secondary education, catering to approximately 150 students aged between 3 and 14 years. The school follows the Swedish Curriculum, LGR 11, for its compulsory education program.
Position: Administrative Assistant
(Internship for Temporary Employment)
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in management or a related field.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 6 months of proven experience as an Administrative Assistant.
- Proficient in verbal and written communication in both English and Amharic.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Familiarity with office management systems and procedures.
- Basic knowledge of office equipment such as printers, scanners, and fax machines.
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Responsibilities:
- Create and manage an HR documentation system.
- Maintain office files and records to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal educational standards.
- Prepare written materials, including reports, memos, and letters.
- Draft and distribute emails, memos, letters, and other communications.
- Update and maintain office policies and procedures.
- Keep contact lists for stakeholders up to date.
- Provide general support to visitors.
- Address various calls, concerns, and complaints to provide information or direct inquiries to the appropriate personnel.
- Assist other staff members in completing their work tasks.
- Manage job inquiries by accepting CVs and assisting the HR manager with related matters.
- Handle all incoming calls and correspondence, ensuring timely follow-up by the relevant individuals.
- Perform any additional administrative duties as required.
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday (7:30 AM – 4:30 PM) and Friday (7:30 AM – 3:30 PM).
Application Deadline: October 17, 2024.
How to Apply: Interested candidates may submit their applications in person at the school’s HR office or via email to hr@scsaddis.com within 10 days of this job advertisement.
