Role

Job Details

Lecho Institute of Health Science and Technology is seeking an organized and professional Administrative Secretary to provide efficient administrative, clerical, and office support to the Institute. The successful candidate will help ensure smooth day-to-day office operations and effective communication with students, staff, visitors, and other stakeholders.

• Location: Adjumani Town, Adjumani District, Uganda
• Duty Station: Adjumani Town | Adjumani
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Work Hours: 8 hours per day
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Number of Positions: 1
• Application Method: Submit application letter, academic documents and curriculum vitae (2 pages)
• Deadline: Friday, August 14 2026

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administrative and secretarial activities.
• Receive and respond to telephone calls, emails, correspondence, and visitor enquiries.
• Prepare, type, format, photocopy, scan, and distribute official documents.
• Maintain accurate filing systems and institutional records.
• Schedule meetings, appointments, and other administrative activities.
• Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, reports, and correspondence when required.
• Assist with student and staff documentation and administrative processes.
• Maintain office supplies and coordinate procurement of routine stationery.
• Handle confidential information professionally and securely.
• Support communication between management, staff, students, and external stakeholders.
• Assist management with general administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Office Management, Secretarial Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Good interpersonal and customer-service skills.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
• Minimum 12 months of experience.