Secretary in the Cooperation Section

About the role

The European Union Delegation in Kabul is seeking a local Secretary for its Cooperation Section. The role provides administrative support in a multicultural environment, reporting to the Head of Cooperation.

Key responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties such as drafting notes, processing e‑mails, letters and official documents.
• Maintain calendars, schedule appointments and organise meetings, including access for external visitors.
• Take minutes, prepare and file electronic and paper records.
• Support the organisation of events, missions and visits.
• Translate documents and correspondence in English, Pashto and/or Dari.

Required profile

• Medically fit and authorised to work under local law.
• Secondary education with a diploma granting access to post‑secondary studies.
• Minimum three years of professional experience in international aid or related fields.
• Fluent reading, writing and speaking in English and Pashto and/or Dari (minimum B2).
• Good computer skills, particularly with MS Office tools.

Required skills

• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Translation between English, Pashto and Dari.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract of one year with a three‑month probationary period.
• 37.5 working hours per week.
• Salary under Group 3 of the Delegation’s scheme (details provided after recruitment).
• Pension scheme and medical insurance for employees and eligible family members.