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Executive Assistant: BioCarbon Partners Zambia

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BioCarbon Partners (BCP) is an African-registered and headquartered REDD+ development and management social enterprise. BCP is implementing the Community-based Forest Management Program (CFP) funded by USAID/Zambia. The CFP award represents a significant addition to the BCP portfolio and budget and enables BCP as a company to expand its business. The CFP expansion, and future growth of the company requires world-class administration and USAID Compliance management experience.

Position: Executive Assistant

Contract: Full Time – 1 year renewable
Location: Lusaka
Reporting To: Managing Director

Scope of Work:

JOB SUMMARY:

The successful candidate is an intellectually curious and resourceful professional with excellent follow-through skills and the ability to anticipate the executive’s needs. She/he must also possess extraordinary organizational, computer and writing skills. A background or strong interest in real estate, urban planning, and the arts is a plus.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

  • Coordinate meeting schedules involving CEO, his counterparts in related companies and key government officials.
  • Assist in the development and handling of confidential documents, plans and correspondence.
  • Review, edit and proofread project presentations.
  • Assist with the development and maintenance of the project website.
  • Ensure appropriate logistical support: secure meeting rooms and necessary equipment, prepare printed materials and video presentations, and arrange catering when necessary.
  • Assist with BCP board communications and the editing of board minutes.
  • Manage Foundation correspondence regarding requests and grants.
  • Assist in Company management responsibilities:
  • Help develop and maintain website for BCP.
  • Manage Director’s/Chief of party’s calendar and correspondence.
  • Arrange detailed travel itineraries (domestic and international) for the Managing Director/ Chief of party.
  • Prepare, check and process expense reports.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPEREINCE:

  • Work experienced in USAID funded project is a plus.
  • BA or BS in relevant field.
  • 2+ years working in a similar or complementary capacity.
  • Highly proficient in all MS Office software. Excellent overall computer skills.
  • Ability to think critically, work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
  • Ability to respond quickly to changing priorities and anticipate new challenges.
  • Proven skills in building effective working relationships and the ability to interact with top leaders in business, government and entertainment.
  • Great sense of humor.

Compensation:

An internationally competitive salary will be offered.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates, please send a copy of your CV and a cover letter explaining how you match these requirements by email to: [email protected] with the Subject: “Executive Assistant”

Application accepted from March 17, 2015 until March 23, 2015.

For more information, please visit www.biocarbonpartners.com.