Senior Administration Officer Non-profit Jobs – Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

Job Title:               Senior
Administration Officer
Organisation: Catholic
Relief Services (CRS)
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Administration
Manager
About US:
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) in an international non-profit
organization that carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United
States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at
the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and
as partners’ people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values
and our commitment to serving those in need.
Job Summary: The Senior
Administration Officer will provide support with Administrative and Logistical
functions of the CRS Kampala Office which will include general Office &
residential premises management, Inventory and Stores Management, Office
Security and staff safety management and other Administrative Activities as
based on the Country Program requirements.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:   
General Administration:
  • Render
    support in the management of the Administration function of the office
  • Support
    the liaison with key project staff to identify and plan for their support
    needs ensuring timely responses to requests for administrative support.
  • Provide
    administrative support for the office and ensure smooth running of
    meetings, workshops, and conferences.
  • Build
    and maintain relationships with outside vendors (hotels, printers,
    caterers, etc.), ensure transparent and fair deals with these vendors, and
    that all work adheres to CRS procurement policy.
  • Ensure
    that stores are properly organized and secured against theft whilst
    maintaining required stores management practices
  • Maintain
    key relationships with service providers, and ensure timely processing and
    payment of bills.
  • Support
    in the management of a centralized filing system for all admin
    letters/correspondence, contracts, including a regularly updated
    file index list and orient new staff in the system.
Fixed Assets Handling – Recording:
  • Maintain
    an accurate inventory of all CRS/Uganda assets, ensuring proper numbering.
  • Ensure
    invoices, vouchers and all relevant purchase documents are filed.
  • The
    incumbent will print CRS property numbers on all assets at time of
    acquisition.
  • Ensure
    that all assets are engraved prior to dispatch to field locations or
    assigning to staff.
  • Quarterly
    review files against the relevant checklist for accuracy and completeness
    of records and filing (i.e. label all files and maintain a systematic filling
    list; open new files and recommend old files for closing; file all
    documents promptly and retrieve them when requested.)
  • Prepare
    Fixed Asset Notice form (FAN) in triplicates for purchases above $5000.
  • Carry
    out physical verification of assets every six months – March &
    September, reconcile master inventory and report to the Administration
    Manager.
Inventory & Storage:
  • Ensure
    proper storage of goods
  • Regularly
    check stock records and ensure that they are up dated on a regular basis
    to reflect the movement of goods
  • Regularly
    check and ensure that the correct procedure and proper documentation is
    carried out by all personnel requesting items from stock.
  • Office and international staff residence
    support
  • Support
    the maintenance of contracts/leases and other service contracts to
    ensure that they are updated regularly.
  • Ensure
    that CRS assets are well maintained and secure.
  • Manage
    maintenance and repair works of the office facilities and international
    staff houses.
  • Arrange
    for routine equipment servicing or repairs when necessary, and communicate
    with the Administration Manager on replacement plans.
Staff safety and security:
  • Ensure
    equipment are in place to guarantee staff safety in the workplace and at
    residential premises, for example fire, first aid, protective
    equipment, etc.
  • Regularly
    monitor the maintenance schedules and ensure equipment are regularly
    maintained
  • Provide
    support in identifying and recommending improvements towards staff safety
    requirements.
  • Support
    in ensuring that staff and visitors are aware of and comply with
    the required safety policies.
  • Ensure
    timely and accurate reporting of all safety incidents at the office.
Staff Supervision:
  • Ensure
    that the Administrative assistants, Office assistants and all other direct
    reports receive proper supervision, including coaching/mentoring,
    capacity building, and that reports adhere to CRS performance management
    protocols.
  • Keenly
    review the performance and development plans for direct reports to support
    implementation of appropriate personal development plans and ensure
    effective performance.
  • Identify
    the development needs for direct report.
  • Perform other tasks and assignments as and
    when required which are consistent with your level in the organization.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
  • The ideal candidate for the Catholic
    Relief Services (CRS) Senior Administration Officer job placement must
    hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration
    /Management or equivalent.
  • A minimum of five years’ experience in a
    similar position, preferably with an international NGO or UN Agency.
  • High degree of integrity, interpersonal
    and customer care relations.
  • Excellent writing, listening and good
    communication skills.
  • Culturally sensitive and patient.
  • The person must be able to work with
    minimum supervision.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks at a time
    and work effectively with colleagues from different backgrounds.
  • Computer literacy skills with proficiency
    in MS word, MS Excel, and E-mail communication.
  • Agency-Wide Competences (for all CRS
    Staff):
    Serves with Integrity, Models Stewardship, Cultivates
    Constructive Relationships, Promotes Learning
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send
a cover letter, updated CV and three work references (names and contact
information only) to ug_recruitment@crs.org
Deadline: 13th April 2017

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