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The East-West Center is a premier institution in the Indo-Pacific to convene, develop, and equip a network of leaders to solve challenges of common concern. Founded in 1960, the Center has been a leader in promoting understanding and cooperation between the United States and the Indo-Pacific region through its innovative programs and research initiatives.
Our Research Program is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant who can provide a high level of office and technical support for our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to showcase your technical skills while working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment by ensuring our operation runs smoothly while also serving as team lead for our support staff. We encourage you to join our team and apply for this exciting opportunity today!
MAJOR DUTIES:
SUPERVISION: This position performs under general supervision of the Director of the Research Program. The supervisor makes assignments by defining objectives, priorities, and deadlines. The employee works independently, using a general understanding of the expected outcomes and the scope of the assignments, and draws upon experience in resolving the more difficult situations that occasionally arise. The work is reviewed for technical accuracy, soundness of judgment, and adherence to program requirements and objectives
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: At least five (5) years of related work experience with progressively increasing responsibilities which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this position, or a combination of post high school education and other-related experience which totals five (5) years.
Demonstrates the ability to plan, prioritize, organize, and coordinate work involving a wide variety of tasks and materials; to apply sound judgment; to establish and maintain accurate files and records; to take initiative, and work independently and cooperatively in following through on assignments; to maintain a high level of accuracy in working with details; to assume responsibility for whole areas of work and integrate information from relevant sources; to work effectively and deal pleasantly and helpfully with people of diverse cultural backgrounds; to be poised and confident in handling a range of situations including correspondence with senior/C-suite people; to work under the pressure of deadlines and balance multiple tasks simultaneously with competing demands; to acquire and maintain knowledge of and appropriately apply policies and procedures; to appropriately handle confidential material; to compose correspondence for routine and non-technical matters; to gather and/or prepare background materials; to function effectively as part of a team; and to analyze operational situations and make recommendations.
Possesses knowledge of office practices and procedures; of correct English grammar, punctuation, spelling, and word usage; and of office machines and equipment. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Professional and other equivalent applications; with Google suite, Microsoft 365, or other work sharing platforms; and with meeting software such as Zoom and Skype.
SALARY: $55,658.79 per year which includes a cost-of-living allowance (COLA) currently at 8.90% (subject to change annually) and an attractive total compensation package.
HOW TO APPLY: Submit an electronic application at APPLY FOR THIS JOB NOW. Application information should include a cover letter with position title and a statement addressing how the qualifications are met, a resume, and names and addresses of three professional references. Screening and assessment will be based on the materials submitted.
This is a full-time, in person position. Qualified individuals must reside in O'ahu and possess proper work authorization documents to work in the United States.
Full Time
Business Services
$45k-56k (estimate)
03/31/2023
06/05/2024
eastwestcommunity.org
Honolulu, HI
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Business Services