Position: Administrative Assistant II
Type: Full-time
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Organization: Compassion International
About Compassion International:
Compassion International is a Christian child advocacy ministry that passionately works to eliminate child poverty across the globe. With a heart for children and a dedication to Jesus Christ’s teachings, Compassion International is driven by a clear mission to serve and uplift children in need, fostering an environment of hope and compassion.
Responsibilities:
- Spiritual Leadership: Maintain a strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be a consistent witness for Him, upholding Compassion’s ministry through prayer and a Christ-like attitude.
- Child Protection Advocacy: Act as an advocate for children’s needs, ensuring child protection considerations are a priority in all decision-making and activities, in adherence to Compassion’s child protection policies.
- Cultural Engagement: Fully engage with and promote Compassion’s core cultural behaviors within and outside the organization.
- Administrative Support: Manage service provider contracts, oversee leases, payments, and renew child and youth development contracts with Frontline Church Partners. Handle bank letters, signatories, local hotel bookings, international visit coordination, visa processing, and airport transportation.
- Office Support: Perform a variety of administrative tasks including answering phones, data entry, mail distribution, document drafting, proofreading, and other correspondence that may be confidential.
- Logistical Support: Order supplies or services, manage shipping or transportation, and provide other logistical support following standard practices and policies.
- Team Collaboration: Answer queries, explain processes, communicate with staff in other countries to ensure process compliance and understanding, and possibly serve on project teams.
Requirements:
- Faith: Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Education: High School Diploma in Business Administration, Technology, or related discipline.
- Experience: At least two years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, excellent communication skills, and a strong orientation towards customer service.
- Work Environment: Standard office environment with physical demands of sitting, standing, and/or walking for up to 8 hours per day.
- Travel: No travel is required for this role.
Join Compassion International:
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to Compassion International’s vital mission of child advocacy and poverty elimination. The ideal candidate will be someone who embodies Compassion’s core values, is deeply committed to Christ’s teachings, and is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children around the world.
How to Apply:
To apply for this transformative career opportunity, please visit Compassion’s Careers Page and submit your application.
Application Deadline:
Please refer to the job posting on Compassion’s Careers Page for the application deadline.
Compassion International is looking forward to welcoming a dedicated Administrative Assistant II to their team in Kampala, Uganda, to advance their mission of fostering a world where all children have the opportunity to grow, thrive, and fulfill their God-given potential.
