Administrative Assistant – Global Engagement Division

About the role

The Global Engagement Division of the Singapore Red Cross Society is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support. This role ensures smooth operation of programmes, projects and volunteer activities while maintaining an organized filing system.

Key responsibilities

• Provide secretarial services and day‑to‑day administrative support to the division.
• Assist in coordinating programmes and projects, including preparing quotations, booking venues, equipment and travel arrangements.
• Handle purchase requisitions, orders and receipt of goods.
• Develop and maintain a central filing and documentation system.
• Manage liaison with volunteers and the Liaison Officers Volunteer Group, ensuring regular engagement and deployment.
• Respond to general enquiries about Red Cross services.
• Undertake any other duties assigned by the division.

Required profile

• Prior experience in the social service sector or administrative work is an advantage.
• Fresh graduates from polytechnics are welcome.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with people at all levels.
• Meticulous, process‑driven and capable of independent as well as team work.
• High initiative, resourceful, innovative and passionate about humanitarian work.

Required skills

• Computer literacy (proficient with standard office software).