Administrative Specialist, GPTE

Administrative Specialist

The Administrative Specialist provides varied administrative support ranging from standard to complex for the Global Programs and Technical Excellence Department (GPTE), and require high level expertise and independent decision making. Works on administrative assignments that require research, initiative, independent discretion, and specialized knowledge and abilities. Leads or assists with ad-hoc or recurring projects. Responsibilities require significant collaboration and coordination with others within and outside of the unit and extensive knowledge of the organization.

Responsibilities

Independently manage complex calendars and meeting schedules based on an understanding of shifting priorities.

Provide preparation for meetings, presentations, and discussions by gathering critical details to facilitate timely responses and task management.

Support staff management and team meetings, and provide follow-up on action items.

Anticipate departmental needs by prioritizing incoming work to ensure timely and effective resolution and following up with deadlines, drafts, reminders.

Lead or significantly contribute to recurring or ad-hoc projects, including providing support or guidance to other staff.

Assist with planning and conduct of events as needed.

Perform general office management necessary for efficient operations. e.g. assisting with space issues, room reservation requests, technology needs, etc.

Ensure timely processing and submission of travel reimbursements, online payments, purchase orders, and non-employee expense reimbursements.

Locate and compile information to format and produce reports, graphs, tables, records, and other sources of information.

Responsible for answering questions, providing guidance, and disseminating information.

Interpret and communicate operating policies.

Proactively identify and assist with the resolution of administrative problems.

Maintain high-level knowledge of the informal and formal department goals, standards, policies, and procedures including familiarity with other departments in the Jhpiego.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the organization equivalency formula.

4+ years of progressively responsible administrative experience, with experience working on special projects and assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical Qualifications & Specialized Certifications:

• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency:

• Calendar Management: Advanced
• Financial Administration: Advanced
• Interpersonal Skills: Advanced
• Meeting Coordination: Advanced
• Office Procedures: Advanced
• Oral and Written Communications: Advanced
• Organizational Skills: Advanced
• Report Writing: Intermediate

The Annual Salary range for this role is expected to be: $63,095 - $77,773

Total Rewards:

The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: