The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka
Job Announcement for Administrative Officer

The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka is looking for a dynamic and experienced professional for the position of Administrative Officer. The successful candidate must be an excellent organizer and communicator with a proactive and friendly attitude. She/he should be good at multitasking and following up on matters without supervisor’s guidance. She/he must also be able to keep an overview and move tasks along, even under pressure.

Main job responsibilities

  • Accounting and financial administration, including bookkeeping, preparation of payments, online banking, procurement, salary and benefits, insurances etc.
  • Administer contracts, maintenance and repairs of rented properties
  • Administration of procurement for kitchen
  • Supervision of outsourced services
  • Diplomatic protocol
  • Other tasks given by the Head of Mission or Head of Administration

Professional Pre-requisites

  • Master’s degree in Accounting or equivalent. Extensive work experience can compensate for lack of a Master’s degree.
  • Minimum five years working experience preferably from an embassy or international organization
  • Confident in the use of computers
  • Excellent command of English, both oral and written
  • Experience with the accounting system Agresso would be an advantage
  • High ethical awareness and personal integrity
  • A structured, efficient and accurate approach to the work, even under pressure
  • Ability to work independently and take responsibility for the tasks she/he is assigned

The Embassy offers a stimulating work environment in pleasant surroundings and a competitive remuneration package. There would be exposure to a wide range of tasks and responsibilities as well as possibilities for training and development.

Take advantage of this career opportunity, apply online with your motivation letter (not more than 300 words), a CV with two references, or e-mail to: recruitao@proedge-asso.com by 10th March 2018. Please mark the subject line with "Administrative Officer". Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and called for interview.


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