Administrative Assistant [Looking to use talents & change lives! (Virtual)]

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Overview:

Welcome! Here at Pockets of Promise we are looking for passionate people who believe in our mission in providing quality education to children in need all over the world. We work in some of the poorest communities in India, Ghana, and Uganda. By coming together, we can create a lasting change and fight to end illiteracy and ultimately poverty all over the world! The opportunities that we provide the children that we serve will last a lifetime and enable them to pursue their dreams and escape the burdens of poverty. Join us as we continue to boost literacy through our after-school programs, spark learning with software through our computer lab programs, fuel minds and bodies through proper nutrition, and provide much needed educational assistance and school supplies that would otherwise deprive children from their right to learn.

Our amazing team of volunteers consist of professionals and college students who lend their time and talents to better the lives of disadvantaged children in India, Ghana, and Uganda! If you are a professional or college student looking to gain experience and use your skills to change the world here is your opportunity to do so.

Learn more about our cause by visiting: https://pocketsofpromise.org/

Job Summary

We need a self-starter individual who is committed to assisting in various administrative activities. Our ideal candidate is personable, responsible, timely, and enthusiastic and also flexible and committed to working hard. If you want to play an integral role in educating impoverished children and changing more lives here is your opportunity to do so.

Job Duties:

• Offer administrative support as needed, including (but not limited to) schedule meetings, research, manage calendars, data entry, etc.

Time commitment:

• 10 hours required (depending on the week)

Required:

• Prior administrative experience required
• Ability to deliver timely responses to team, meet deadlines, & showcase a great sense of responsibility
• Proactive individual who takes initiative and is independent/critical thinker
• Be a self-starter, work independently and be able to take initiative/be proactive
• Ability to complete job duties, follow instructions, and adjust accordingly to feedback
• Ability to read and write proficiently
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn & Passion for our cause
• Strong internet connection as we are a virtual team