Senior Administrative Officer

Lalco Holdings; Sumatera Utara; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coffee plantation company in Indonesia is seeking a Senior Administrative Officer to oversee government relations, manage administrative tasks, and support various operational aspects. Ideal candidates should possess a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, be fluent in Lao, and have proficiency in English. This role offers a salary range of USD 500 to USD 1,000 together with a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Staff dormitory

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in an administrative or office management role.
• Experience preferably in a business or NGO with a focus on government relations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main company representative in government communications.
• Oversee employee records and manage company assets.
• Perform professional translation and interpretation for meetings.

Skills

Fluent in Lao

Professional English proficiency

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Government liaison experience

Job description

Join Our Team at O International (Coffee Plantation)

About Us

O International (Coffee Plantation) is a Lao company specializing in coffee plantation, production, processing, and sales in Champasak, Laos. Our team is led by international experts with global experience in the coffee business. We are a part of Lao Asean Leasing Public Company (LALCO), one of Laos's largest privately owned conglomerates with diverse business interests.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Administrative Officer, your responsibilities will include:

Stakeholder and Government Relations

Acting as the main company representative in communications and meetings with local and national government officials.

Liaising with government offices to obtain and renew necessary licenses, permits, and approvals for all business activities.

Serving as the primary point of contact for general inquiries from suppliers, customers, and other external parties, providing professional and timely responses.

Coordinating and managing meetings with external stakeholders and community representatives.

Administrative and HR Management

Overseeing and maintaining comprehensive records of employee leave and other personnel-related documents.

Managing all company assets, including tracking the use of vehicles and equipment.

Leading the sourcing and purchasing of office supplies, equipment, and other items related to farm activities.

Assisting with preparing salary payment documents for all workers.

Supporting the team with general administrative duties and CSR initiatives.

Translation and Communication

Performing professional translation and interpretation from Lao into English, and vice versa, for all business communications and meetings.

Other Supporting Tasks

Supporting in sales and marketing activities, and import/export permits related activities.

Supporting in general administrative duties, company's CSR activities, and processing activities.

Supporting in maintenance and recording resident list for staff rooms, worker houses.

Other duties assigned by management.

Experience & Qualifications

Experience

A minimum of 5 years of experience in an administrative or office management role. Experience in a business or NGO with a focus on government liaison or external relations is highly preferred.

Communication Skills

You must be a Lao native speaker with a high degree of fluency in both written and spoken Lao. Professional working proficiency in English is required to communicate effectively with our expatriate management team and international partners.

Professionalism

You must be able to professionally represent the company in all external interactions, demonstrating maturity, discretion, and a solution-oriented mindset.

Knowledge

Preferred knowledge of the coffee, agriculture, or industrial processing sectors.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with a wide range of office equipment.

Work Location & Compensation

Work Location: This is a full-time position based in Paksong, Champasak Province, Lao-PDR.

Salary Range: USD 500 to USD 1,000 (Based on experience and qualifications). We also offer a competitive benefits package, including a staff dormitory.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic and innovative team, receive professional training from international experts, and play a key role in the growth of a leading company in the Lao coffee sector.