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THE COMPANY
The Development Finance Corporation (DFC) is Belize’s only Development Bank. Our Board of Directors and Staff are strongly committed to our mandate to provide innovative development financial solutions which contribute to the resilient and equitable growth of Belize.
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THE POSITION
The Administrative Assistant provides executive level administrative support to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He/she is responsible to organize the executive office and efficiently perform a diverse range of high-quality confidential administrative support duties to enhance the executive’s effectiveness. The Administrative Assistant reports to the Chief Financial Officer.
DUTY STATION
HEADQUARTERS, BELMOPAN
Education & Experience
- An Associate Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in an administrative role supporting a Manager/Executive.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive support to the Chief Financial Officer, ensuring a well-organized and efficient executive office.
- Communication: Serve as a professional point of contact, facilitating communication with key stakeholders, including the Board, government officials, clients, and employees.
- Budget Coordination: Lead the coordination and support the preparation of the Corporation’s Budgets.
- Records Management: Maintain a streamlined records system and ensuring confidentiality of documents.
- Research and Reporting: Conduct research, prepare reports, and assist the Chief Financial Officer with monitoring strategic goals and other initiatives.
- Compliance Reporting: Prepare reports for statutory bodies, the Central Bank of Belize, the Government of Belize, and lending agencies.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Communication: Proficient in English, with strong verbal, written, proofreading, and interpersonal skills.
- Meeting and Event Management: Capable of accurately taking minutes and organizing meetings/events.
- Organization and Time Management: Skilled at prioritizing tasks and managing multiple, unexpected responsibilities.
- Technical Proficiency: Experienced with Microsoft Office applications.
- Professionalism and Confidentiality: Exercises sound judgment, discretion, and ethical behavior in handling sensitive information.
- Detail-Oriented and Analytical: Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Independence and Initiative: Works effectively with minimal supervision, demonstrating proactive behavior.
- Interpersonal Skills: Works well with diverse leadership styles.
TO APPLY
Submit an Application Package that references the position title, and include the following:
- Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Copy of most recent qualification
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (no older than six months) – two must be professional references and of which one must be from a previous employer.
- Copy of Social Security Card
- The successful candidate will be required to provide a Police Report as part of the Background check
SUBMIT COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE IN ONE PDF FILE TO:
Manager
People Operations
Development Finance Corporation
P.O. Box 40, Belmopan
RE: APPLICATION FOR CAREER OPPORTUNITY – “Administrative Assistant”
SUBMISSION
Complete applications may be submitted via e-mail to: careers@dfcbelize.org
DEADLINE
November 15, 2024