Apply: African Development Bank| Recruitment, Senior Administrative Assistant

Apply: African Development Bank 2020| Recruitment For Two Vacant Positions

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Company Brief

Established in 1964, the African Development Bank is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 80 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries).

Job Description

The company is hiring experienced and educated individuals for the position

Recruitment Of Senior Graphic Design Assistant

Responsibilities

  1. Handle Graphic Design activities, namely design, composition, layout, production, and publication of CHLS documents;
  2. Undertake activities relating to illustrations, glossaries, posters, brochures, informational media, communication media, innovative media, web page, etc.;
  3. Handle the graphics chain, follow up production at the printery (digital large format, etc.);
  4. Monitor progress in new technologies, with a focus on relevant application software;
  5. v) Design layout using the latest technology, including style sheets. Create, modify and arrange         elements for use in software applications (Photoshop, In-design, Xpress, Illustrator, Flash);
  6. Develop technical specifications for publications;
  7. Monitor and contribute to the publication of glossaries, lexicons, brochures, mock-ups, posters, and other CHLS products.

Qualification

  1. Minimum of Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certificate in graphic art, marketing or visual communication from a tertiary institution; training in graphic arts or equivalent field;
  2. At least six years of practical and professional experience, with sound knowledge of the graphics chain;
  3. Good interpersonal relations with colleagues and external collaborators, problem-solver, client-oriented, team player;
  4. Ability to work under constant pressure;
  5. Ability to work overtime and non-working days, as necessary;
  6. An open mind and close attention to detail;
  7. General knowledge in ICTs;
  8. Familiarity with language software such as Multitrans/Hermes;
  9. Sound knowledge of the design, creation, and management of Web Sites;
  10. Familiarity with evolving graphic arts technologies;
  11. Ability to communicate efficiently (written and oral) in English and French;
  12. Ability to use all the Microsoft standard software used in the Bank and Familiarity with interpretation management software and ADB budget processes (SAP, SRAS) and procurement systems.

Recruitment Of Senior Interpretation Operations Assistant

Responsibilities

  1. Handle administrative tasks in the Division and support the team in operational activities;
  2. Support the recruitment of all freelance interpreters for the Bank Annual Meetings and during other High-level Events, Conferences and Seminars organized by the Bank;
  3. Provide logistical support for the division’s meetings by organizing the venue and preparing reports thereon;
  4. Assist interpreters in the preparation of missions and meetings, and maintain all relevant records;
  5. Prepare background documentation for interpreters with the help of user departments;
  6. Assist in the preparation of the daily, weekly and monthly schedule of assignments of staff and freelance interpreters;
  7. Serve as interface with clients and manage relations and communications with user departments Bank-wide and external partners outside the Bank;
  8. Ensure the smooth functioning of the interpretation management software which the Division uses for the coordination of all interpretation assignments;

Qualification

  1. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in languages, business administration, information technology or in any related discipline, preferably supplemented with courses in secretarial training/administration/office management.
  2. At least six years of relevant experience.
  3. Good communicator (written and oral communication), problem-solver, client-oriented, team player.
  4. Good office management skills, familiarity with statistical analysis and data production and reporting systems
  5. Having private sector experience will be an added advantage.
  6. Capacity to overcome work pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  7. Client focused and strong interpersonal skills,
  8. Ability to communicate efficiently (written and oral) in English and French.
  9. Excellent writing skills and a sound mastery of various language standards.
  10. Ability to use all the Microsoft standard software used in the Bank and Familiarity with interpretation management software and ADB budget processes (SAP, SRAS) and procurement systems

Application Deadline

There is no deadline set for this job position at the time of publishing but be sure to get in touch with the business for further details.

How To Apply

To apply for this position send your CV and application letter to the official website. Visit here to apply