The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is a regional-intergovernmental organisation founded in 1967, to promote peace and stability, sustain economic growth, shared prosperity and social progress. It comprises ten countries of Southeast Asia. The ASEAN Leaders at their 19th ASEAN Summit on 17 November 2011 officially launched the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on disaster management, popularly referred to as the AHA Centre. The AHA Centre will facilitate co-operation and coordination among ASEAN Member States, and with relevant United Nations and international organizations in promoting regional collaboration in disaster management. AHA Centreis looking for the best, most-talented and highly-motivated individual to join the AHA Centreasa Receptionist. Duties and Responsibilities * Perform receptionist functions * Perform clerical duties in order to maintain the administration support work * Provide assistance and support for staff member, experts and consultants; * Perform other related duties as required Requirements * At least Diploma in the following disciplines: Secretarial and Administration, Business Administration, Management, Public Relations, English major, communication or relevant subject; * At least three years of experience in a government, international organisation and/or private sector; * Proficiency in English verbal and written communication skills; * Professional personal presentation; * Good knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures, computers and relevant software applications, and client service principles and practices; * Exposure to relevant activities dealing with various international organisations, related institutions and/or private sector will be an advantage; * Fresh graduates with exceptional academic performance are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will be offered an initial 12-month contract with a possible extension and based at the AHA Centre, BPPT Building, Jakarta. Visit our website at http://www.asean.org/opportunities/vacancies for further information on job requirements and application procedures. The Selection Committee’s decision is final and only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Candidates who do not submit an application in the required format will not be considered. Closing date: 16 September 2012