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BioCarbon Partners
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Country: Zambia
City: Lusaka
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  • Posted: 20 March 2015

BioCarbon Partners (BCP) is an African-headquartered, focused and majority African-owned social enterprise that develops and manages long-term forest (...)

Executive Assistant

Description

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.

Interested candidates, please send a copy of your CV and a cover letter explaining how you match these requirements by email to: jobs@biocarbonpartners.com with the Subject: “Executive Assistant”

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Requirements

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.

Responsabilities

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.

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