WWF International, Assistant to Director Luc Hoffmann Institute

If you have exceptional organization skills, knowledge of WWF’s network and a passion for conservation, this job might just be for you!

We are looking for an Assistant to Director Luc Hoffmann Institute who will be responsible in assisting the Director Luc Hoffmann Institute in the day-to-day management of designated administrative duties. The incumbent will be working with a team of world-class thinkers who will help deliver the ambitious objectives of WWF’s Global Initiatives. 

Location:

WWF International – Gland, Switzerland

Main functions:

• Organises and prioritises agenda, meetings and appointments and endeavours to streamline supervisor's workload.
• Provides support for meetings and conferences including coordinating, travel arrangements, preparing all relevant documents related to travel, meetings or specific subjects the supervisor is working on.
• Edits correspondence, reports and documents.
• Creates spreadsheets and presentations.
• Answers and screens inquiries e-mail and correspondence independently where possible, based on familiarity with subject matter, and refer others to appropriate staff member or department.
• Manages special communications projects in close relationship with Director Luc Hoffmann Institute.
• Undertakes other tasks as assigned and carries out duties relying on own initiative and independent action to assist supervisor with scheduling and completing work assignments.
• Maintains filing system.

Required qualifications and skills:

• Secretarial/Administration diploma from a commercial college or equivalent.
• At least 3-5 years relevant experience as secretary/ assistant , preferably in the area of communications/marketing/media
• Attentive to detail and follow-up with excellent organisation and prioritisation skills; efficiency;
• Excellent communication skills, empathy and people-oriented;
• Diplomacy and Capacity to take initiative and work as part of a team;
• Ability to research information and synthesize it;
• Excellent computer skills with expertise in MS-PowerPoint and MS-Excel;
• Fluency in English and French;
•  Interest in conservation
• Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.

How to apply?

Please refer to the attached job description for more information and send your CV and cover letter in English to int.recruitments@wwfint.org 

Subject line should include: Assistant to Director Luc Hoffmann Institute

Deadline for applications: 30th November 2012