Administrative Assistant – (Vietnamese National) – PN HCHI030 – LE2

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - (Vietnamese National)
PN HCHI030 – LE2
Monthly salary range:  VND 15,405,192– VND 19,855,972

The Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City is seeking a self-motivated and well-organised Vietnamese national qualified candidate for an expected vacancy to fill the position of Administrative Assistant.  This position will be offered to the successful candidate on a 12 month contractual basis.

Selection for this position will be based on merit and judged against the following specific selection criteria:

1. A strong commitment to client service and the capability to manage a wide range of administrative duties including the Post's Travel services, visa arrangements, diplomatic services for incoming and outgoing A-based staffs, tax exemption processing and office cleaning services and utilities.
2. Relevant educational and/or work experience in the field of client service and an ability to understand and implement specified procedures, including those mandated by Australian law.
3. Demonstrated excellent command of written and spoken English and a good ability to translate and interpret in those languages.
4. High level interpersonal skills and experience in liaising with relevant Government and non-Government agencies.
5. Proven high level of competence in using computer programs, including word processing, database and excel spreadsheets.
6. High level of administrative and organisational skills, including supervisory, time management and people skills.
7. Proven ability to work as a team member, to organise work, determine priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

To be considered for interview, applicants must address each of these selection criteria individually to a maximum of two pages.  Applicants that fail to address the selection criteria and include referees will not be considered.

Only electronic applications will be accepted and should be submitted via email (max. 2 MB) to:

[email protected]

With the subject of:  AMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT POSITION (insert your name here)

The email cover letter to your application must include the following attachments:

1. Written statement addressing each point of the selection criteria
2. Resume (with referees including email and telephone contacts)
3. Supporting documents, evidence of resume claims

Duty Statement is available here.

Closing date for applications is 12 September 2016.

Applicants will be shortlisted and undergo English-language testing prior to an interview with the selection panel.