Administrative Assistant

<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Humanities Division is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant to join the administrative team in the busy Divisional Office. The Division is one of four academic divisions in the University of Oxford, with responsibility for over 500 academic staff and more than 5,000 students in the University&#8217;s 10 Humanities faculties.<br><br>You will be expected to support a broad range of Divisional Office activities, including general office administration, committee servicing, record keeping, diary management and event support. In addition you will provide a reception point for internal and external visitors for the Division; tact, discretion, and a welcoming disposition are therefore essential.<br><br>We are looking for a friendly, professional and highly motivated team player. You will have excellent communication skills, including a high standard of written English. A good eye for detail is essential. You will be numerate and possess strong IT skills, including experience with MS Word, Excel, and web-based services. You will also have the ability to manage a varied workload, to respond flexibly to the demands of the job, and to maintain the confidentiality of personal data.<br><br>This is a permanent post, providing an excellent opportunity for someone interested in a career in academic administration.<br><br>For more information about the post, please contact Ms Catherine McKiernan, Administrative Officer (<a rel="nofollow" href="mailto:catherine.mckiernan@humanities.ox.ac.uk">catherine.mckiernan@humanities.ox.ac.uk</a>).<br><br>Applications must be submitted online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement as part of your online application. <br><br>Only applications received by 12.00 noon on Friday 14 February 2014 can be considered. </div>