Administrative Assistant job at Food for the Hungry ( FH )


Administrative Assistant
2025-09-24T07:16:12+00:00
Food for the Hungry ( FH )
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FULL_TIME
 
Uganda
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Nonprofit, and NGO
Admin & Office
UGX
 
MONTH
2025-10-06T17:00:00+00:00
 
Uganda
8

When you join FH Association, you embrace God’s calling for your life and engage in work that combines your talents and faith. In the same way FH Association is committed to unlocking resilience and flourishing in communities around the globe, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where our team members can thrive and grow. We believe every imaginable problem has a solution and that our contributions make a difference. FH Association continues to re-imagine impactful solutions to respond to the devastation of poverty globally. FH Association serves millions of the world’s most vulnerable people, helping them overcome poverty and injustice by collaborating with country offices to build resources, capacity, and resilience. FH Association turns Adversity into Impact. FH Association has harnessed the power of faith for more than 50 years. Our Heartbeat Christian values permeate throughout the organization.

A successful candidate will have the following:

Under the supervision of the Logistics and Procurement Coordinator, the Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the smooth day-to-day operation of front office administrative functions and ensuring cleanliness across the office premises. She/he will act as the office steward, overseeing the proper use and custody of office property and supplies. The role includes performing general clerical duties, managing the office phone for official communication, and maintaining up-to-date personnel records. Additionally, the Assistant will support the logistics department in the effective management of stores. A high level of confidentiality and professionalism is essential for this role. The Assistant will also perform other related tasks as assigned.

Experience

  • At least two years of relevant progressive experience in an administrative function within an NGO.
  • Customer care certificate is an added advantage.

Education/Certifications

  • Bachelor in Office and Information management, Stores management, Counseling, Social Work and Administration, procurement and logistics or other related disciplines from a recognized institute.

What you’ll do…

As the Administrative Assistant your overall responsibilities will be (JDs Key Result Areas):

  • Customer care and front desk management
  •  Admin, Asset and Stores management
  • Staff data management and Welfare
  • General Office Management

What you’ll get…

Along with competitive pay, FH offers a good medical insurance package for staff and dependents, a provident fund, GPA, vacation and sick leave, and company paid public holidays.

WOW us!

If you’ve got the experience we are looking for - and want to join our mission - apply today! We get a lot of resumes; help us get to know you better by following these suggestions: submit a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, answer the following questions: 

  • Why do you want to work for FH Association?
  • Based on what we are looking for, how will you meet the expectations for the role?

Safeguarding Policy

FH strives to provide an environment free from sexual exploitation and abuse and harassment in all places where relief and development programs are implemented. FH holds a zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation and abuse and harassment. FH expects its employees to maintain high ethical standards, protect organizational integrity and reputation, and ensure that FH work is carried out in honest and fair methods, in alignment with the Heartbeat Values and safeguarding and associated policies. Violations to stated policies will be subject to corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

 
 
 
bachelor degree
12
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Vacancy title:
Administrative Assistant

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Admin & Office]

Jobs at:
Food for the Hungry ( FH )

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, October 6 2025

Duty Station:
Uganda | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, September 24 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

When you join FH Association, you embrace God’s calling for your life and engage in work that combines your talents and faith. In the same way FH Association is committed to unlocking resilience and flourishing in communities around the globe, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where our team members can thrive and grow. We believe every imaginable problem has a solution and that our contributions make a difference. FH Association continues to re-imagine impactful solutions to respond to the devastation of poverty globally. FH Association serves millions of the world’s most vulnerable people, helping them overcome poverty and injustice by collaborating with country offices to build resources, capacity, and resilience. FH Association turns Adversity into Impact. FH Association has harnessed the power of faith for more than 50 years. Our Heartbeat Christian values permeate throughout the organization.

A successful candidate will have the following:

Under the supervision of the Logistics and Procurement Coordinator, the Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the smooth day-to-day operation of front office administrative functions and ensuring cleanliness across the office premises. She/he will act as the office steward, overseeing the proper use and custody of office property and supplies. The role includes performing general clerical duties, managing the office phone for official communication, and maintaining up-to-date personnel records. Additionally, the Assistant will support the logistics department in the effective management of stores. A high level of confidentiality and professionalism is essential for this role. The Assistant will also perform other related tasks as assigned.

Experience

  • At least two years of relevant progressive experience in an administrative function within an NGO.
  • Customer care certificate is an added advantage.

Education/Certifications

  • Bachelor in Office and Information management, Stores management, Counseling, Social Work and Administration, procurement and logistics or other related disciplines from a recognized institute.

What you’ll do…

As the Administrative Assistant your overall responsibilities will be (JDs Key Result Areas):

  • Customer care and front desk management
  •  Admin, Asset and Stores management
  • Staff data management and Welfare
  • General Office Management

What you’ll get…

Along with competitive pay, FH offers a good medical insurance package for staff and dependents, a provident fund, GPA, vacation and sick leave, and company paid public holidays.

WOW us!

If you’ve got the experience we are looking for - and want to join our mission - apply today! We get a lot of resumes; help us get to know you better by following these suggestions: submit a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, answer the following questions: 

  • Why do you want to work for FH Association?
  • Based on what we are looking for, how will you meet the expectations for the role?

Safeguarding Policy

FH strives to provide an environment free from sexual exploitation and abuse and harassment in all places where relief and development programs are implemented. FH holds a zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation and abuse and harassment. FH expects its employees to maintain high ethical standards, protect organizational integrity and reputation, and ensure that FH work is carried out in honest and fair methods, in alignment with the Heartbeat Values and safeguarding and associated policies. Violations to stated policies will be subject to corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

 

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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