Administrative Assistant

The Australian Embassy is seeking applications from Vietnamese nationals for a temporary, full-time position of Administrative Assistant working within its Office of the Australian Defence Attaché in Hanoi. The position is for six months with a possibility to extend on a monthly basis depending on the requirement.

The main duties of the position are:
- Assist in managing Vietnamese Defence students including provision of introductory information, facilitate and obtain Australian visas and arrange air travel and accommodation;
- Provide administrative support to the Defence Section, including drafting correspondence, dissemination of information and materials, interpretation and translation, and liaising with relevant government bodies as required;
- Assist with coordinating visits by Australian Defence officials;
- Assist with compiling financial documentation; and
- Conduct research on Defence issues as directed, including media monitoring and news clip services.

Basis of selection:
- Fluency in spoken and written English and Vietnamese languages;
- Relevant experience in support units, preferably in a multicultural environment;
- Ability to work well in a team as well as independently;
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, in particular to set priorities, meet targets, identify needs and develop procedures;
- Strong command of computer skills.

Application must be addressed to the HR/Office Manager, Australian Embassy, 8 Dao Tan Street, Hanoi, by close of business on 30 September 2010. An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate. Short-listed applicants will be contacted for interview.
THE AUSTRALIAN EMBASSY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER