The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) in the Kyrgyz Republic is seeking an experienced Senior Executive Assistant to be part of a committed team of professionals and make a meaningful contribution to AKDN’s engagement with various development partners.
The Senior Executive Assistant (SEA) serves several key functions providing high-level administrative and logistical support for the AKDN Diplomatic Representative, including in the engagement with relevant state bodies. The SEA will help backstop the office of the AKDN Representative and serve as an important contact person for communications with government interlocutors and other development partners.
The AKDN is a group of private, international, non-denominational development organisations active in Kyrgyzstan since 2001. Its programmes cover several sectors and are guided by and contribute to national development priorities. The AKDN aims to improve living conditions and opportunities for people without regard to their particular religion, race, ethnicity, or gender.
Required Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate will be fluent in Kyrgyz, English, and Russian languages and possess at least seven years of related professional experience with at least five of them in a similar role. They will also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a meticulous attention to detail, experience drafting written materials, and strong judgement skills, especially tact and discretion in handling sensitive information. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office and have advanced computer literacy.
Individuals for this role should possess an undergraduate degree from a recognised university.
Application Details
Please send your cover letter (one page maximum) and CV to AKDN.Kyrgyzstan@akdn.org by 23 May 2025. Early applications are strongly encouraged. In your application e-mail subject, please state: “Senior Executive Assistant”.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.