ABOUT US

Mahboba’s Promise is an Australian non-profit organisation dedicated to providing a sustainable future to vulnerable women and children in Afghanistan. Over the past twenty-two years, Mahboba’s Promise has adhered to the values of compassion and integrity to empower women and children to make a lasting difference in their own lives. We have established schools, shelters and health clinics across Afghanistan and provide sponsorships for girls’ education, widows, and orphans.

We are looking for people with an interest in international affairs and a desire to gain experience in the Not-For-Profit sector to volunteer as an Office Assistant. We are seeking volunteers who can commit to 2-3 days a week.

Responsibilities As part of the role you will undertake tasks including:

• Handling incoming calls and other communications
• Assisting other departments with general duties
• Managing filing system and recording information as needed
• Creating, maintaining, and entering information into databases
• Write and distribute email, correspondence, letters and forms
• Update and maintain office policies and procedures
• Helping organize and maintain office common areas
• Performing general office clerk duties and errands

Eligibility Criteria The ideal candidate will have:

• Skills as an office assistant or in a related field.
• Organisational skills with the ability to multi-task
• Computer skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in English
• Ability to work well under limited supervision.

This is an unpaid, voluntary position.