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 diverse development partners.
The Senior Executive Assistant (SEA) serves several key functions, providing high-level administrative and logistical support for the AKDN Diplomatic Representative, including helping advance the engagement with relevant state bodies. The SEA will help backstop the office of the AKDN Representative and serve as an important focal point with government interlocutors and other development partners.
The AKDN is a group of private, international, non-denominational development organisations active in Kyrgyzstan since 2001. AKDN programmes cover several sectors and are guided by and contribute to national development priorities. AKDN aims to improve living conditions and opportunities for people irrespective of their origin, faith, 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 years in a similar role. They will also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a meticulous attention to detail, experience drafting written materials, and strong judgment 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 updated CV to AKDN.Kyrgyzstan@akdn.org by 10 January 2026. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
Applicants are requested to include the job title in the subject line of their application e-mail (e.g., “Application – Senior Executive Assistant”).
This vacancy is being re-advertised. Candidates who have already submitted an application for this position are not required to reapply. All applications previously received remain valid and will continue to be given full consideration.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.