Receptionist - Contract Till End Of October 2013

 
 
                                                                                               
 
 
 
 
 
Lebanon
 
Receptionist 
                                                             
Project description
Developing Rehabilitation Assistance to Schools and Teachers Improvement (D-RASATI) will improve educational outcomes in Lebanon by improving teacher and student performance, increasing community and parental involvement, and improving the school learning environment.  D-RASATI is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
 
 
About EDC
Founded in 1958, EDC is an international nonprofit organization that works to build bridges between educational research, policy, and practice. EDC’s headquarters are located in Waltham, MA, USA. We also have offices in New York City, NY, USA; Washington, DC, USA; Nairobi, Kenya and numerous project offices around the world. EDC has over 350 projects in 35 countries with approximately 1700 employee worldwide.
 
Title:  Receptionist
 
Summary: Education Development Center is seeking a Receptionist to support all project activities including word processing, meeting coordination, scheduling, travel arrangements and other support services as required.  The Receptionist will effectively interact with a diverse staff, engage as a member of a team, accept feedback, troubleshoot questions or problems and will seek help, supervision and support as needed. This position reports to the Office Manger and will be located in Beirut, Lebanon.
 
 
Essential functions include [but are not limited to]:
 

§ Prepare documents, photocopies, catalogs, and electronic data;
§ Navigate internet for data and track information;
§ Maintain records and files;
§ Create correspondence as needed;
§ Coordinate appointments and travel schedules;
§ Maintain office equipment;
§ Perform various assigned duties to balance workload;
§ Greet all visitors and employees in a friendly and courteous manner;
§ Attend to incoming and outgoing calls;
§ Screen and announce all visitors;
§ Assist accountant with photocopying of vouchers;
§ Fax documents as requested;
§ Type and photocopy as needed;
§ Keep front desk and reception area neat at all times;
§ Handle the office petty cash and ensure proper documentation for cash payments.
§ Provide inventory support; and track the inventory of office supplies and stationery.
§ Apply organizational terms, procedures, systems, and policies;
§ Perform other duties to assist with overall balance of project workload.

 
Qualifications and Requirements:
 

§ High School diploma, Vocational training  or equivalent with  1-3 years relevant experience;
§ Proficiency in 3 or more computer applications, including word processing and data base management;
§ Strong organizational and analytical skills;
§ Excellent written and oral communications skills;
§ Excellent communication in English required.
USAID experience preferred.

 
 
 
Application and contact details:
 
Interested qualified candidates are requested to submit their resumes to [email protected] by July 31, 2013. To ensure the timely review of your credentials, please insert “Receptionist” in the subject line of the email.  Only candidates who are being invited for an interview will be contacted.
 
 
EDC is committed to diversity in the workplace.
EDC offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.