The Opportunity
Save the Children is inviting applications from suitably qualified personnel to fill the position of Office Assistant for the Blantyre Office. The Office Assistant is responsible for ensuring the office is clean at all times. He/she will also be responsible for stocking and replenishing consumables in the kitchen area. Additionally, he/she will be responsible for managing the stocks of toiletries in the bathrooms to ensure that are available at all times. The individual will need to assist with managing the front office area from time to time.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
In order to be successful you will bring/have:
- Malawi School Certificate of Education or Certificate in Secretarial Studies
- 1 year experience working as office assistant/cleaner ; experience working with INGO will be an added advantage
- Experience operating various office machines including computer
- Able to speak and understand simple English
- Able to write simple reports
The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
- Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Application Information:
Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers
