Operations Administrator

 

We are looking for a top-performing administrator in this key role offering remote and part-time working. 

 

If you want to join an ambitious and dynamic organisation committed to the transformation of high potential sectors in East Africa, then apply today!

 

Position: Operations Administrator

Location: London, UK with option for working either from the offices in London or remotely from home

Hours: Part-time (0.5 FTE)

Salary: £13,636 per annum (£27,272 p.a. Full time equivalent)

Contract: 1-year fixed term contract based in the UK

 

Benefits: Generous pension scheme, 22 days annual leave rising to 25 days, 3 days discretionary leave over Christmas, life assurance, income protection, private health and dental care, annual health checks and Employee Assistance Programme, plus a range of benefits designed to promote your work/life balance and make your time with the organisation enjoyable and rewarding. 

 

Closing Date: 12 December 2024. Please note that we may close this vacancy earlier if we receive a high volume of applications and interviews will take place on a rolling basis.  

 

The Role

You will provide logistical and administrative support, primarily to the UK team, to facilitate efficient and effective day-to-day operations. Under the direction of the UK Operations Manager, you will contribute to the successful implementation of activities across the organisation.

 

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Travel and logistics support 

• Financial administration

• Support to the Executive Director 

• Meeting and event coordination 

 

About You

This role will suit a high-quality, experienced Administrator with a proven successful track record operating in high-performance teams. 

 

You will have:

• Excellent communication skills 

• Strong organisation skills with an ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines for different team members in a fast paced and often fast changing environment

• Relevant work experience in an administration role. 

• Experience supporting a busy team with a high volume of travel for both direct team members as well as some external consultants. 

• Experience managing travel logistics across a number of different countries or locations would be an advantage.

 

If you meet the criteria outlined above and would like to apply for the role, you will be asked to submit an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae/Resume (of no more than 2-3 pages) and a cover letter.

 

Your cover letter should be no more than one page long. It should explain why you are interested in this opportunity, and how your skills and experience make you a good fit. Bullet point only cover letters will not be considered.

 

About the organisation

The organisation is a private foundation set up by Lord David Sainsbury that is committed to building stronger economies in East Africa through the transformation of high potential sectors.

 

 

 

Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Diversity, equity and inclusion

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the organisation, as such it is committed to treating all employees and job applicants fairly, equally, and no less favourably than anyone else. It recognises, respects and values diversity and the benefits that difference can bring to the organisation.

 

You may also have experience in areas such as Operations, Operations Administrator, Operations Support, Operations Admin, Administrator, Administration. 

 

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.