Executive Secretary

Application Deadline May 27, 2016

Job Description
As the Executive Secretary, the individual will perform diverse secretarial duties and administrative functions requiring confidentiality, initiative and sound decision-making in line with the Associations / activities and goals.
He / She will also be required to exercise independent judgment, escalating serious or unique problems to the Association Chairman and Board of Trustees.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for day-to-day operations and management of the Association
Provide full headquarters support to the all member companies of the Association
Assist with the logistics and organization of the Monthly Association Meetings
Manage all correspondences directed to the Association by analyzing incoming memos, submissions, and reports in order to determine their significance
Maintain all corporate books and accounts, receive and disburse funds and handle all corporate financial transactions
Oversee public relations campaigns
Implement directives of and provide administrative support to the Chairman and Board of Trustees
Give direction to the Association personnel
Liaise with other stakeholders in the electricity industry on behalf of the Association
High-level engagement with government officials on behalf of the Association
Ensure periodic publicity of the Association for the purpose of educating and enlightening the public on the aims and objective of the Association
Perform technical functions critical to the mission of the Association
Provide operational and managerial advice to the Chairman and Board of Trustees.
Research and prepare monthly technical and administrative reports
Qualification and Experience
A Bachelors Degree in any of the Social Sciences, Administration, Law and Engineering.
An MBA or post-graduate Degree in any of the disciplines above would be an added advantage
At least 10 years working experience with a minimum of 5 years in management capacity in Power Generation, Distribution or Power Quality industries
Extensive experience in stakeholders management
Perform related duties as assigned
Required Competencies The successful candidate is expected to have the following competencies:
Leadership,creativity and technical background with a vast understanding of the power sector.
Candidate must be team oriented, a forward thinking manager with hands-on management experience
Be receptive and have warm disposition to welcome and accommodate ideas and opinions of all and sundry.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, both oral and written
Strong PC skills (proficient knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Sound research skills
Demonstrate sound work ethics
Excellent attention to detail.
Remuneration An attractive remuneration package.