Secretary - CITN Tax Academy at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

JOB OVERVIEW

• Responsible to the Director-General in the administration and operations of the Academy
• To work with the DG to implement strategies and policies towards fulfilling the mandate of the Academy
• To ensure all resources, both human and material are effectively harnessed to achieve the goals of the Academy

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To provide administrative and secretarial support to the DG, designated Committees and work groups. 
• Organise the workflow of the Academy and follow up actions delegated by the DG
• Read and analyze incoming letters, memos, submissions, and distribute them as needed. 
• Respond to and take action on such correspondences received as required and may be directed by the DG. 
• Provide leadership and direction to staff members of the Academy 
• Keep a schedule of activities: Maintain a schedule of recurrent and non-recurrent activities of the Academy in order to ensure adequate preparation for events and meetings as well as timely issuance of invitation/notice. 
• Support the DG in managing liaison and workflow with relevant departments.
• Report/speech/minutes writing: Prepare drafts of the DG’s reports to EXCO, Academy Governing Board and Council. 
• Act as Secretary of relevant committees of the Academy
• Prepare other reports and act as secretary to other meetings as may be required 
• Document review: Review of agreements, contracts, Memoranda of Understanding, publications etc.
• Carrying out specific projects and research as they relate to the Academy  
• Devising and maintaining office systems and processes, including data management, filing, etc;
• Perform any other duty as assigned by the DG

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.
• Analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to keep a diary of events/activities.
• Good communication skills.
• Corporate administrative skills.
• Corporate secretarial skills
• Research skills
• Editorial skills
• Knowledge of law of contract
• Ability to pay attention to details      
• Ability to work with a team.

QUALIFICATION/EDUCATION:    

• First degree in Law, Economics
• Membership of relevant professional Institute (CITN, ICAN, ACCA)

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 3-7 years' cognate experience in a similar position and industry