Administration Assistant

Job Title: Administrative Assistant Department: Administration Reporting To: Head of Administration (Head Admin) Job Purpose: To provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Head Admin and assist in the day-to-day functioning of the schools non-academic departments. The Admin Assistant ensures smooth coordination across departments and helps implement school policies and procedures effectively. Key Responsibilities: 1. Administrative Support: • Assist the Head Admin in all administrative functions and daily operations. • Draft and manage correspondence, circulars, reports, and documentation. • Maintain administrative records, files, and documents (digital and physical). • Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and school events. 2. Coordination: • Coordinate with various departments (Transport, Civil, Medical, Canteen, Housekeeping, Security, etc.) and ensure task completion. • Act as a liaison between staff, vendors, parents, and external stakeholders. • Support implementation of decisions and directives issued by the Head Admin. 3. Vendor & Asset Management: • Assist in procurement of supplies and services under the direction of the Head Admin. • Maintain vendor records, quotations, contracts, and payment documentation. • Support inventory tracking and asset maintenance logs. 4. Communication & Follow-Up: • Maintain effective internal and external communication on behalf of the Admin Department. • Follow up on tasks assigned by the Head Admin to various stakeholders and ensure timely updates. • Handle minor grievances from parents or staff related to admin functions. 5. Documentation & Compliance:

• Help in preparing reports for management or audits. • Ensure records related to school transport, civil works, maintenance, staff attendance, and safety protocols are up to date. • Support compliance with CBSE and government guidelines in coordination with the Head Admin. 6. Event & Facility Management: • Assist in planning logistics for school events, workshops, and functions. • Monitor upkeep of school premises, furniture, and infrastructure on a regular basis. Accountabilities: • Maintain confidentiality and integrity in administrative functions. • Ensure accuracy and timeliness in all tasks assigned by the Head Admin. • Maintain coordination across departments for operational efficiency. • Keep documentation organized and audit-ready at all times. • Highlight and escalate urgent or unresolved issues to the Head Admin promptly. • Represent the administration office professionally to all stakeholders. Required Skills: • Strong organizational and multitasking skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication. • Familiarity with school operations, ERP systems, and MS Office/Google Suite. • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. • Proactive, detail-oriented, and discreet. Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelors degree in Administration/Management or equivalent. • 24 years of experience in a school or institutional administrative role.