Job opportunity – Assembly Constituency Assistant – Temporary Part Time Receptionist / Administrator
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Job opportunity – Assembly Constituency Assistant – Temporary Part Time Receptionist / Administrator

£16.70 per hour

Jim Allister is an elected MLA for North Antrim. He is looking a part time receptionist / administrator for the following days per week:

Wednesday & Thursday 9am – 5pm (16 hours)

Important Note: All above is subject on the continuance of the Northern Ireland Assembly and is based on a 12 month contract which may be renewable.

Job Description

Providing general admin support (typing, emails, phone calls, distributing mail, filing, photocopying,etc), reporting to the office manager.
Assisting with MLA’s diary management
Ordering and managing stationery stock/office equipment
Organising and providing secretarial support for meetings
Updating/maintaining databases
Managing and monitoring incoming calls and enquiries
Gathering relevant information to assist with resolving cases
Drafting letters/correspondence
Ensuring enquiries are dealt with sensitively and confidentially
Retaining records and information confidentially and in line with the Data Protection Act
Other duties as required in support of the MLA carrying out their Assembly duties

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

1. Experience in secretarial/administration work;
2. Experience of working to targets/deadlines;
3. Excellent Interpersonal Skills;
4. Excellent communication & organisational skills;
5. Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs.

Desirable Criteria

1. Previous experience in a public facing role.
2. Working knowledge of the public service

Deadline for all applications: 5pm on Monday 25thSeptember 2023

Application forms are available on request from 38 Henry Street, Ballymena, BT42 3AH, telephone 028 25640250  or via email info@jimallister.org