Executive Assistant – Golden Valley Agricultural Research Trust (GART)

Job Description

The Golden Valley Agricultural Research Trust (GART) is a Public-Private Sector Partnership (PPP) Research Institution promoting Sustainable Agriculture through Adaptive and Applied Research.

GART wishes to invite applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill up the following position, at the GART Head Office, Chisamba.

POSITION: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Key roles and responsibilities

Provision of Administrative and Secretarial support to the office of the Executive Director

Take Minutes at Management and Board Meetings

Make travel and accommodation arrangements

Proofread and edit documents as assigned.

Maintain electronic and paper records ensuring information is organized and easily accessible.

Support communication both Internal and External

Knowledge of MS Office, and be familiar with CCTV footage reading and website management.

Basic Qualifications

Full grade twelve certificate with a credit or better in English and Mathematics

Should have a minimum of a Diploma in Public Administration, Business Administration or any related field.

Extensive experience in office management

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Good communication and negotiation skills

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants who meet the above criteria can send their applications together with their CVs and certified copies of academic and professional qualifications to: The Executive Director, Golden Valley Agricultural Research Trust (GART) P.O Box RW 50834, Ridgeway, Lusaka – before 30th December, 2024.

Applications can also be sent via email to: gart@zamnet.zm.