Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

We are looking for a:

Receptionist and Administrative Assistant (0.8 FTE / 30 hours per week)

Working days are Monday through Thursday. Location: Amsterdam.

What will you be doing?

You’ll make sure visitors feel welcome, keep the office pleasant and tidy, and handle phone calls efficiently.

• You will greet visitors and notify your colleagues of their arrival.
• You will assist the facilities team with small tasks.
• You will process incoming and outgoing mail and orders.
• You order office supplies and keep track of inventory.
• You'll help with catering orders and setting up lunch.
• You will ensure that the reception area, kitchen, and cafeteria remain tidy and clean.
• You answer the phone, transfer calls, and take messages.

What are you bringing?

You enjoy helping people and appreciate organization and order.

• You are customer-friendly, tactful, and flexible.
• You are proficient in Word and email programs.
• You work independently and solve practical problems on your own.
• You are a good listener and a team player.
• You express yourself clearly on the phone and at the front desk.

Who do you work with?

You will be working with:

• the facilities coordinator
• the catering staff
• volunteers who help with all kinds of tasks

What do we offer?

• A one-year temporary contract with the possibility of extension.
• A starting salary, depending on your knowledge and experience, ranging from 
•  €2,746 – €3,100 for a full-time position. At Milieudefensie, that amounts to 37.5 hours. 
• The option to arrange your work hours flexibly and to swap (Christian) holidays for other holidays.
• A casual and open work environment with enthusiastic colleagues.
• A challenging position in an inspiring and dedicated organization, where you’ll play a key role in shaping a fair and sustainable future.
• A sufficient travel allowance and leave policy.
• An office in Amsterdam (Overamstel), easily accessible by bike and public transportation.
• Fresh fruit every day and an organic lunch three days a week for a small fee.
• Free access to the OpenUp interactive platform for mental well-being. 

We believe in the power of diversity and strive to build a diverse workforce with balanced representation across gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and ethnic background. That is why we especially encourage people from groups that are underrepresented within the climate movement to apply.

Want to apply right away?

Interested? Please email your cover letter (maximum 1 A4 page) and resume, both in PDF format, by Wednesday, October 22, using the online application form.

The first interviews will be held on Monday, October 27. The second round of interviews will be held on Thursday, October 30.

Do you have any questions?

If you have any questions, please contact Eric Hartman, Facilities Coordinator, at 020 550 7300.

This position is being advertised both internally and externally. We do not welcome unsolicited recruitment inquiries regarding this position.