Secretary – Local Agent in the Administrative Section

About the role

The European Union Delegation to the African Union in Addis Ababa seeks a Secretary (Local Agent) to provide organisational and secretarial support within the Administrative Section. You will work under the Head of Administration, handling a variety of administrative tasks and supporting meetings, events and daily office operations.

Key responsibilities

• Provide overall organisational and secretarial assistance to the Administrative Section.
• Assist the Head of Administration in managing the section, including formatting, editing and filing reports and documents.
• Maintain files, common calendar and inventory of stationery, furniture and assets.
• Offer logistical support for meetings, events and missions, and liaise with external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with secretaries of other departments and cover their tasks during absences.

Required profile

• Minimum three years of proven experience as a secretary/assistant.
• Advanced English (C2) and fluency in Amharic.
• High school leaving certificate; higher education in Business Administration, Secretarial Studies or Office Management is an asset.
• Ethiopian national or holder of a valid work permit.
• Medical fitness to perform duties.

Required skills

• Proficiency in ICT tools.
• Experience with document management systems.
• Strong organisational, prioritisation and communication abilities.

What we offer

• Competitive benefits package including personal leave days, public holidays, health insurance and a retirement savings plan.