Assistant to the Chief Observer (CO) and Deputy Chief Observer (DCO) (1) 170 views

International organization (GIZ) seeks to recruit local assistants
(Workplace: Banjul)

SHORT-TERM ASSIGNMENTS FOR THE ELECTION PERIOD

Applicants must be available from: see each position

Applicants should send their detailed CV and all contact details to the following e-mail address: applications@eomgambia2026.eu 

Only applicants whose profile matches best the needs of the mission will be contacted for interviews.

CVs received after 15.10.2026 will not be considered.

Availability required from 22/10 to 22/12/2026

• For all positions, an appropriate linguistic competence in English (spoken and written) is mandatory.

• All candidates must have sufficient computer skills to operate with electronic mail, word processing, public presentation, and spreadsheet software.

• Flexibility required. Work is expected on occasions both in the evening and weekends.
• Place of work is Banjul (Unless otherwise indicated).

CHIEF OBSERVER (CO) and DEPUTY CHIEF OBSERVER (DCO) ASSISTANT 

Possesses a university degree or adequate training and relevant work experience, which may be accepted in lieu of a university degree. Diplomatic experience is an asset.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS: Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief Observer (DCO), the incumbent will assist with the following tasks:

1. Assist the CO and the deputy CO in all their activities and appointments.
2. Editing texts and official letter prepared by the CO, DCO.
3. Coordinate the workload and activities in the CO and DCO’s office 
4. Manage the agenda of the CO and in his absence, the agenda of the Core Team members
5. Draft and type letters or other texts requested by CO or DCO on the computer. Editing documents.
6. Handle visitors programme in the Mission office
7. Translate texts from the country languages to English (or English to the country languages) as required.
8. Assist the other Core team in any activity related to the objectives of the Mission 
9. Secretarial duties to the Chief Observer and the Deputy Chief Observer
10. Register daily incoming mail (post and electronic);
11. Keep mailing list and contact data base updated;
12. Prepare and organize the CO’s and DCO`s duty travels and keep the other team members informed;
13. Arrange meetings and appointments for the CO/DCO;
14. Any other tasks that may be assigned.