Current Job Opening - Temporary Receptionist
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Permanent Mission of Switzerland to the United
Nations in New York
Posted: February 4th, 2016
JOB OPENING
The Permanent Mission of Switzerland to the United Nations in New York
is looking for a
Receptionist / Administrative Assistant
(Temporary position)
Duration: May 1 – September 30, 2016 (or upon agreement)
The candidate will be part of the administrative team which supports the Permanent Mission of
Switzerland to the United Nations as well as the Consulate General of Switzerland in New York from a
clerical standpoint. The applicant will be able to multitask between several duties at once and can
work under pressure in a team. A further objective of this full-time position is to provide customer
information by phone or e-mail. Preference will be given to candidates who have Swiss citizenship.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Operate the phone system both externally with inquiries and internally by forwarding calls
Responsible for incoming and outgoing mail
Support in-house logistics and projects from an administrative standpoint
Maintain lists and Excel sheets as needed
Assistance in the organization of events
Perform other administrative work including filing and assisting head of departments as
required
Requirements:
Employment experience in a related field, experience in Manhattan or North America preferred
Fluency in written and spoken English and German and fluency in at least one of the other
official languages of Switzerland (French, Italian)
Full computer literacy with Microsoft Office
Able to multitask and pay attention to details
Very good organizational skills and ability to work independently
Hold either a Green Card or a US work permit
We offer:
Inviting work atmosphere
Interesting work in a foreign representation
Competitive salary and benefits package
American and some Swiss holidays
Location in midtown Manhattan
To Apply:
th
Please send your resume, a letter of interest and salary expectations no later than March 11 , 2016 in
electronic format (word or pdf) to [email protected]. Please write into the subject line
“Receptionist / Administrative Assistant” to ensure timely processing of your application. Any
incomplete application will be disregarded.
Please do not contact the Permanent Mission or the Consulate General. Only those who are chosen
for an interview will be contacted.
Nations in New York
Posted: February 4th, 2016
JOB OPENING
The Permanent Mission of Switzerland to the United Nations in New York
is looking for a
Receptionist / Administrative Assistant
(Temporary position)
Duration: May 1 – September 30, 2016 (or upon agreement)
The candidate will be part of the administrative team which supports the Permanent Mission of
Switzerland to the United Nations as well as the Consulate General of Switzerland in New York from a
clerical standpoint. The applicant will be able to multitask between several duties at once and can
work under pressure in a team. A further objective of this full-time position is to provide customer
information by phone or e-mail. Preference will be given to candidates who have Swiss citizenship.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Operate the phone system both externally with inquiries and internally by forwarding calls
Responsible for incoming and outgoing mail
Support in-house logistics and projects from an administrative standpoint
Maintain lists and Excel sheets as needed
Assistance in the organization of events
Perform other administrative work including filing and assisting head of departments as
required
Requirements:
Employment experience in a related field, experience in Manhattan or North America preferred
Fluency in written and spoken English and German and fluency in at least one of the other
official languages of Switzerland (French, Italian)
Full computer literacy with Microsoft Office
Able to multitask and pay attention to details
Very good organizational skills and ability to work independently
Hold either a Green Card or a US work permit
We offer:
Inviting work atmosphere
Interesting work in a foreign representation
Competitive salary and benefits package
American and some Swiss holidays
Location in midtown Manhattan
To Apply:
th
Please send your resume, a letter of interest and salary expectations no later than March 11 , 2016 in
electronic format (word or pdf) to [email protected]. Please write into the subject line
“Receptionist / Administrative Assistant” to ensure timely processing of your application. Any
incomplete application will be disregarded.
Please do not contact the Permanent Mission or the Consulate General. Only those who are chosen
for an interview will be contacted.
