National Forestry Authority (NFA) was established by the National Forestry and Tree Planting Act 2003 to conserve, develop and manage the Central Forest Reserves and to supply quality forestry-related products and services. NFA manages Central Forest Reserves in partnership with Government, private sector and local communities.NFA is seeking to fill the following positions:
POSITION: PERSONAL ASSISTANT/ SECRETARY (2 POSTS)
Reports to: Departmental Director
Duty Station: Headquarters Kampala
Salary Scale: 05
Terms of Employment: 3 years contract (Renewable)
Job Summary:
Ensure that all secretarial services and other requirements pertaining to the proper functioning of the Director’s office are adequately handled.
Responsibilities and Tasks:
• Receive and read incoming and outgoing mail and ensure its proper distribution or dispatch for further action.
• Take minutes of meetings; prepare reports and returns as may be required and distribute as directed.
• Ensure proper record management by maintaining an efficient filling and retrieval system.
• Monitor and maintain daily schedules, dairies, travel plans, appointments for the office, call screening, preparation of documents, agendas, letters and reports,
• Organize, coordinate and facilitate the department’s events.
Job requirement
Minimum Qualifications, Skills and experience:
• A Minimum of honours Degree in Secretarial Studies from a recognised institution.
• At least 3 years working experience of similar work in a reputable Organisation.
• Computer proficiency in Ms Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Communication .mil customer care skills, Reliable in terms of confidentiality, timeliness
How to apply
if you have the necessary qualifications and experience, please apply to the address below providing an application letter, a detailed CV including current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees, copies of professional/educational certificates and day time telephone contact. Your application should reach the address below.
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
NATIONAL FORESTRY AUTHORITY
PLOT 10/20 SPRING ROAD
P.O. Box 70863 Kampala
