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We are working with a dynamic organisation in the North East that is seeking a skilled Sectorial and Administrative Assistant to provide essential support to their team. This short-term opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working collaboratively, and has a keen eye for detail. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of departmental functions and maintaining high standards of administrative support.

Job Specification:

* To work effectively and efficiently to support line management in the delivery of the department’s aims and objectives.

* To maintain appropriate and robust information systems within the department.

* To maintain positive and effective liaison links with organisations and partners as appropriate.

* To support the preparation and production of a variety of quality information for inclusion in management and departmental reports.

* To ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and to ensure data security is maintained.

* To ensure relevant knowledge is up to date.

* To identify and recommend areas of potential improvement.

* To represent the function at internal and external meetings and events and take minutes when required.

* To support the activities of the function and diary management for line management where required.

* To support colleagues with their work as required.

* To attend internal and external training courses as necessary.

* To undertake any other duties as appropriate to the role.

Person Specification:

* Demonstrate good IT skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and bespoke IT systems

* Prioritise own workload whilst working to conflicting deadlines

* Demonstrate good interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise at all levels

* Input data and information accurately

* Demonstrate attention to detail

* Work on own initiative and effectively as part of a team

* Take and prepare minutes at meetings