Assistant(e) de Direction

Job Posting Organization:
Action contre la Faim, established in 1979, is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to combating hunger worldwide. Its humanitarian principles—independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, direct access to victims, professionalism, and transparency—have defined its identity for over 40 years. The organization's mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection, and treatment of undernutrition, particularly during and after emergencies related to conflicts and natural disasters. Action contre la Faim coordinates its programs around seven areas of activity: Nutrition and Health, Mental Health and psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Psychosocial Support, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Food Security and Livelihoods, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Advocacy, Climate, and Research, Analysis, and Learning. In 2023, Action contre la Faim France assisted over 9.7 million people worldwide. More information can be found at www.actioncontrelafaim.org.

Job Overview:
The mission of this position is to assist the General Director and the Director of Audits, Risks, and Compliance in the daily management of their departments. This includes ensuring the secretariat, organization, and administrative management of the General Directorate, organizing meetings and events (such as Executive Committees, RGM, CMT, GMS, IEC, GEM, etc.), compiling data and facilitating internal communication for the General Directorate, providing support for project implementation as requested by the General Director, and managing the administrative organization of the Audits, Risks, and Compliance department. The role requires a proactive approach to support the leadership team effectively and ensure smooth operations within the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide secretarial support to the General Director and the Director of Audits, Risks, and Compliance.
• Organize and manage administrative tasks for the General Directorate.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings and events, ensuring all logistics are handled efficiently.
• Compile and communicate data internally to support decision-making processes.
• Assist in the implementation of projects as directed by the General Director.
• Manage the administrative organization of the Audits, Risks, and Compliance department.
• Maintain effective communication with various stakeholders within the organization.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures in all administrative functions.
• Support the preparation of reports and presentations for meetings. 1
• Engage in continuous improvement of administrative processes to enhance efficiency.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should have experience in internal communication, including organizing meetings and events, taking notes, and project management. Familiarity with budget management principles is essential. Proficiency in office and IT tools is required, as well as the ability to work in an international environment. Strong communication skills in English, both spoken and written, are mandatory.

Educational Background:
A relevant educational background in administration, management, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should possess skills that align with the responsibilities of the position, demonstrating a solid understanding of organizational dynamics and administrative processes.

Experience:
Candidates should have prior experience in administrative roles, particularly in environments that require coordination of multiple tasks and effective communication. Experience in project management and internal communications is highly valued, as is familiarity with the non-profit sector.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, both written and spoken. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
The position is classified as Agent de Maîtrise with a fixed-term contract (CDD) lasting 5 months, ending on June 30, 202

• It is a full-time role based in Montreuil (Seine-Saint-Denis). The salary ranges from €34,000 to €41,000 gross annually, depending on experience. Benefits include 25 days of annual leave, 21 RTT days, health coverage with 80% paid by ACF, salary maintenance during illness, maternity, and paternity leave, transportation allowances covering 50% of the commuting costs, meal vouchers with 60% coverage by the organization, and access to social activities through the CSE. Remote work is permitted from metropolitan territory, with no mandatory in-person presence except for collective meetings and events (up to 3 days per month) and 2 days of mandatory presence during team integration. Telework allowances are also provided. ACF is committed to inclusivity and actively fights against all forms of discrimination.