Secretary – Cooperation Section

About the role

The European Union Delegation in Kabul is seeking a Secretary for its Cooperation Section. The role involves providing administrative support in a multicultural environment and handling a variety of secretarial tasks.

Key responsibilities

• Perform clerical work, schedule appointments and manage calendars.
• Draft, process and register notes, e‑mails and letters; maintain electronic and paper filing systems.
• Take minutes of meetings and facilitate meetings, including arranging access for external visitors to the EU compound.
• Organise events and missions and translate documents as required.

Required profile

• Medically fit and eligible 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 in English and Pashto and/or Dari (minimum B2 level).
• Good computer skills, particularly MS Office.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with AI and virtual meeting applications.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract of one year with a three‑month probationary period.
• 37.5‑hour work week, salary according to Group 3 of the Delegation’s salary scheme.
• Additional pension scheme and medical insurance for employees and families under certain conditions.