Job Vacancy: Assistant to the Deputy Director

Organization: UXO Lao National Office
Location: Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR
Contract Duration: 1-year fixed term (renewable)

General Responsibilities:

Assist the Deputy Director with secretarial and administrative tasks to ensure smooth office operations.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Maintain the Deputy Director’s administrative filing system and manage program correspondence/documents.

• Review and monitor documents before Deputy Director’s approval.

• Arrange appointments for visitors and organize Deputy Director’s travel plans.

• Take meeting minutes and follow up on action points.

• Perform translation duties as required.

• Travel to provinces when necessary.

• Perform other general duties as directed by the Deputy Director and Administration Office.

• Coordinate and collaborate with the Assistant to the Director of UXO Lao.

Person Specification:

• Male or female, aged 22-45 years.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.

• Proficient in English for work and communication.

• Strong computer skills, especially MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.

• Excellent administrative and secretarial skills.

Duty Station:

Based in Vientiane Capital with occasional provincial travel.