Tasks/duties And Skills/qualities Of An Admin Assistant

Question 1

What are the tasks/duties of an admin assistant?

Answer 1

Answering the telephone or responding to e-mails/written correspondence

Mail handling

Prepare business documents:
Business letters
Reports
Agendas and minutes of meetings

Reception duties:
Dealing with visitors to the organisms
Managing diaries and the appointments book

Sourcing information:
Using the internet to locate information
Making travel arrangements
Making preparations for meetings and events

Question 2

What are the skills/qualities required?

Answer 2

Excellent communication skills
Professional attitude
A good knowledge of business practices
Interpersonal skills
Organisational skills
Pays attention to detail
Excellent IT skills- ability to use various package
Pays attention to detail
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Excellent communication
Ability to manage time
Problem-solving skills
Professional attitude
Excellent IT skills