Office Assistant

Overview:
ISET is an international research organization working to integrate science and policy research with on-the-ground activities and projects through innovative action research programs. For more than a decade ISET has been working to address disaster risk reduction, water scarcity, eco-system management, and climate change adaptation issues in South and Southeast Asia.  For more information, please visit: http:/www.i-s-e-t.org.

ISET is seeking an Office Assistant with strong English language skills to join ISET Hanoi office. This is one year contract with potential for extension. 

Position Description:
Assist in running daily office operations and administration, including basic accounting, regular communications with ISET partners, and translation for non-Vietnamese staff.  Occasional travel within Vietnam may be required.
1. Provides English translation of documents and during meetings as needed for non-Vietnamese ISET staff;
2. Performs clerical and secretarial duties in support of ISET associates and senior staff;
3. Furnishes and acquires supplies for office space;
4. Corresponds regularly with ISET partner, both Vietnamese and international;
5.Assists senior staff in compiling financial reports and organizing data for the Country Coordinator's review;
6. Monitors incoming calls, messages and mail;
7. Arranges travel and meetings for ISET associates and senior staff;
8. Assists in organizing and making arrangements for workshops and events;
9. Performs other jobs as required by the Country Coordinator.

Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree or equivalent
- Strong English language skills, and strong writing skills in English and Vietnamese
- 3-5 years relevant administration work experience preferred
- Experience in basic accounting/finance
- Strong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong communication skills
- Organized, detail-oriented, and efficient

Salary and Benefits:
Negotiable.
Applying:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] and [email protected] with “Office Assistant” in the subject line, no later than April 20, 2011. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.