Senior Admin Assistant - Grants & Finance, CHS

Aga Khan University; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 350,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A major educational institution in Karachi is seeking a Senior Assistant in the Department of Community Health Sciences to manage financial administration and support grant processes. The role involves assisting in payment requests, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies. Ideal candidates should have intermediate education, relevant experience, and fluency in English and Urdu. This is a short-term grant-funded position offering an opportunity to contribute to public health initiatives.

Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant experience in finance and administration.
• Flexibility to work extended hours/off days.

Responsibilities

• Manage various types of payment requests ensuring accuracy.
• Follow up with finance for timely payments.
• Maintain petty cash funds documenting transactions.
• Assist in managing temporary employment related to grants.
• Prepare purchase requisitions streamlining procurement process.

Skills

Good computer literacy

Excellent command over Microsoft Office

Strong interpersonal skills

Team-building skills

Fluency in written and spoken English

Fluency in written and spoken Urdu

Ability to deal with challenging situations

Education

Intermediate education (Bachelor’s preferred)

Job description

A major educational institution in Karachi is seeking a Senior Assistant in the Department of Community Health Sciences to manage financial administration and support grant processes. The role involves assisting in payment requests, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies. Ideal candidates should have intermediate education, relevant experience, and fluency in English and Urdu. This is a short-term grant-funded position offering an opportunity to contribute to public health initiatives.