Administrative Assistant

Information

Common information

HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation is a development organization anchored in Switzerland.

Helvetas is involved in every area that has an impact on people’s livelihoods - water, food and the environment, as well as bridges and roads. Through educational programs and building democracy, Helvetas enables disadvantaged people to actively determine and improve their living conditions.

At the moment, Helvetas in Kyrgyzstan implements multiple projects in three main areas - Rural Economy, Education and Skills Development, Government and Peace

Qualification requirements

·         University degree;

·         Relevant work experience;

·         Computer literate with practical experience in Microsoft Office applications;

·         Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Russian. Oral communication skills in Kyrgyz language.

Duties

·         Welcome visitors and guests;

·         Manage Kyrgyzstan@helvetas.org e-mail account daily and distribute messages to proper personnel;

·         Respond to telephone, mail, e-mail and requests for general information – questions about programs and events, etc.;

·         Receive, organize, and distribute incoming & outgoing mail, interface with couriers and delivery persons;

·         Maintain office common areas in a neat and orderly fashion, maintain office cleaning schedule;

·         Order office supplies and stationery;

·         Arrange logistical support, manage flight/visa/transport issues, assist expatriates /consultants/ trainees to settle and work in the country;

·         Coordinate and supervise Drivers, Cleaner, Guards;

·         Provide administrative support to staff as needed;

Other duties as assigned.

Conditions

Interested candidates are kindly requested to send a Cover Letter, detailed CV and recommendation letters in English to Kyrgyzstan@helvetas.org with CC aigul.beishekeeva@helvetas.org. The deadline for submission is no later than 17:00, January 16, 2026.