Job Summary

The Administrative Officer will work under the AD Finance and Operations. S/he will be performing a variety of administrative, operation support and procurement of materials, parts and equipment for the project and office. Position requires knowledge of organizational and departmental policies and procedures in order to communicate information involving programs, functions, and services. Duties performed may include preparation of documents and reports, the use of office technology, compiling records, organizing and maintaining files, posting information, greeting/ referring/ assisting others, mail distribution, photocopying, submitting and processing purchase orders as authorized following policies and procedures for the operation of procurement activities. The range of duties includes, but is not limited to, collecting and verifying data, summarizing and reconciling information or financial data, records management, review and processing, research and inventory. Position may serve as the primary staff assistant to a department or manager.

Accountabilities:

Administrative

  • Responds to staff requests for administrative support as needed.
  • Maintain and update the inventory list for non-expendable properties; conduct a physical count on an annual basis.
  • Manage FHI360 vehicles to the project staff at requests, or request renting vehicles when FHI360 vehicles are not available and make sure all vehicles have a logbook tracking.
  • Sets up and maintain files, prepares reports, presentations, and graphics, provides employees with office supplies, performs data entry, proofreads, and compiles special reports.
  • Receives and distributes incoming mailing and coordinates outgoing mail, including courier services, postage meter account, and interoffice mail distribution.
  • Schedules meetings and meeting arrangements.
  • Assists with the preparation of background materials for meetings and conferences.
  • Provides meeting support as needed (e.g., scheduling conference rooms, coordinating food, logistics).
  • Prepares and maintains documentation, plans, reports, schedules,​databases, spreadsheets, logs, etc. to support functions.
  • Assignments vary​​ based on department and/or functional area.
  • Coordinate scheduling, organizing, and execution of meetings, events, conferences, and offsites.
  • Sets up and maintain files, prepares reports, presentations, and graphics, provides employees with office supplies, performs data entry, proofreads, and compiles special reports.
  • Receives and distributes incoming mailing and coordinates outgoing mail, including courier services, postage meter account, and interoffice mail distribution
  • Liaised with government partners to facilitate the processing of MoUs, work permits, and visas for all staff
  • Remain informed on updated guidelines, procedures and tools relating to Administration procedures and ensure updated guidance is understood and followed by FHI 360 and partners.
  • Oversee the purchase for office supplies and cleaning material to ensure a sufficient working reserve for staff usages.

    Procurement

    • Working as a requestor for initial procurement requisition (PR) and/or as procurement specialist and entering receipt notes for payment in DPA.
    • Prepares, maintains, and reviews purchasing files, reports and price lists for department.
    • Assists with developing bid specifications.
    • Reviews requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology and specifications.
    • Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries, resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries to ensure contract terms and company needs are met.
    • Approves bills for payment and calculates costs of orders and forwards invoices to appropriate accounts.
    • Maintains policies and procedures of organizational and government regulations affecting purchases and shares information with management, staff members and vendors.
    • Checks shipments to ensure orders are filled correctly and goods meet specifications.
    • Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best bid among suppliers.
    • Maintains documentation of purchase orders and verifies invoices for payment with accounting.
    • Assists with developing and revising procurement operating procedures and policies.
    • Interacts with internal and external customers to ensure purchasing activities within functional areas are met and comply with government regulations and company procedures.
    • Analyzes quotations received, selects or recommends suppliers, and schedules deliveries.
    • Supervises preparation of orders and follows up to expedite delivery and shipment.
    • Obtains certifications of delivery and conducts check against orders. Checks and approves invoices for orders placed
    • Develops and maintains necessary records and files for efficient operation.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

      Applied Knowledge & Skills:

      • Working knowledge of standards and functions and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of procurement activities.
      • Knowledge of company policies and procedures regarding procurement services.
      • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
      • Proficient use of Microsoft Office and computer software skills.
      • Good problem-solving skills, well organized and detailed oriented.
      • Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors and prepare reports.
      • Ability to work well with others and independently.

        Problem Solving & Impact:

        • Works on problems that are diverse in scope and require evaluation of identifiable factors.
        • Exercises judgment within defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
        • Decisions made generally affect own job or specific functional area.

          Supervision Given/Received:

          • Has no supervisory responsibility.
          • Receives instructions on new assignments.
          • Typically reports to a manager.

            Education: **

            • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or a related field, with at least 3 years of related experience.
            • Knowledge of operationalizing guidelines and procedures.

              Experience: **

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