Administrative Secretary

Company Description Dushanbe International School (DIS), founded in 1997, is an international school serving students from Kindergarten through Year 11 in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. The school community includes families from the diplomatic corps, multinational organizations, and local and international businesses. DIS offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, including team sports, academic clubs, and arts-focused groups, supported by strong IT facilities and a well-resourced library of around 8,000 books. Lessons are taught in English, with Tajik and Russian as compulsory second languages. DIS is the only school in the country providing Cambridge International Examinations alongside national examinations, offering students an internationally recognized academic pathway.

Role Description The Administrative Secretary is a full-time, hybrid role based in Dushanbe, with some flexibility for work from home. The role involves managing daily clerical and administrative tasks such as handling correspondence, maintaining records and files, and preparing documents and reports for school leadership. The Administrative Secretary coordinates schedules and appointments, supports meeting organization, and assists with internal and external communication across staff, students, and families. The position also includes greeting visitors, responding to inquiries, and providing courteous customer service to the school community. The successful candidate will work closely with academic and administrative teams to ensure efficient office operations and timely support for school activities and events.

Qualifications

• Strong clerical and administrative assistance skills, including document preparation, filing, and record management.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with students, families, staff, and external partners.
• Experience with scheduling and calendar management, including coordinating meetings and school events.
• Demonstrated customer service skills in an educational or office environment.
• Proficiency with office software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, email, and basic database or school information systems).
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a diverse, international school community.
• Good command of English; knowledge of Tajik and/or Russian is an advantage.
• Prior experience in a school or educational setting is preferred.
• Relevant certificate, diploma, or degree in administration, office management, or a related field is beneficial.