Senior Administrative Assistant
Quick answer
Compassion is hiring a senior administrative assistant in Lusaka, Zambia, or another Compassion office in Zambia, with a compensation not specified, to provide skilled administrative support to a large work group. The role requires a bachelor's degree and five years of experience supporting senior leaders.
- Role
- Senior Administrative Assistant
- Organization
- Compassion
- Location
- Lusaka, Zambia or any other Compassion office in Zambia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Other
The role
This senior level administrative assistant role involves maintaining strict confidentiality and providing highly skilled administrative support to a large work group, including drafting documents, scheduling meetings, and managing travel arrangements. The position is based in Lusaka, Zambia, or another Compassion office in Zambia, and requires a bachelor's degree in business administration and five years of experience supporting senior leaders.
What you'll do
- Drafts and/or proofreads records, documents, or forms and other correspondence on behalf of leader or department professional practitioners
- Schedules large and complex meetings, records meeting minutes, coordinates travel, welcomes and hosts visitors, and prepares agendas and itineraries
- Answers questions, explains processes, and corresponds with people concerning specific and detailed information within the assigned department or work group
- May directly oversee data report creation, tracking, and dissemination for the department or work group supported
- Provides coaching and advice to other staff and client groups
What it takes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong report writing and document preparation skills
- Advanced organizational and time-management skills
- Strong stakeholder management and customer service orientation
- Experience coordinating meetings, workshops, and events
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Lusaka, Zambia, or any other Compassion office in Zambia.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor's degree in business administration, five years of experience supporting senior leaders, and strong communication and organizational skills.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by September 4th, 2026.
How to apply
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