Vaga: Administrative Assistant

Job Vacancy: Administrative Assistant (Maputo, Mozambique)

Organization: BCP – BioCarbon Partners
Subject Line: Admin Assistant Maputo

About BCP

BCP (BioCarbon Partners) is a leading African REDD+ developer and conservation organization. Our mission is to make the conservation of wildlife habitat valuable to people by sustainably financing conservation through forest carbon markets.

We partner with governments and communities to manage globally significant wildlife habitats and generate measurable benefits in biodiversity, climate, and livelihoods.

Position Overview: Administrative Assistant

The Administrative Assistant will support the efficient operation of BCP’s Maputo office. The role involves managing stock and supplies, organizing office documentation, handling utility and service coordination, and supporting compliance and HR procedures.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can work independently and ensure smooth day-to-day administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Stock Control: Monitor and manage office supplies and inventory; coordinate timely replenishments.
• Document Management: Organize and maintain office records; ensure compliance documents are up-to-date, including support with HR procedures.
• Utility Management: Oversee office utilities (e.g., electricity, water); ensure payments are processed on time and records are maintained.
• Service Coordination: Schedule and supervise services such as cleaning and gardening.
• Visitor Management: Implement visitor sign-in procedures and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Procurement and Office Support: Visit suppliers, collect goods and quotations, and support delivery and logistics processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Degree or equivalent in Administration, Human Resources, Business Management, Logistics, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a similar administrative role. Experience in stock control and utility management is an advantage.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Strong verbal and written communication in both Portuguese and English
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently

Desired Personal Attributes

• Responsible, reliable, and proactive
• Professional and courteous with strong interpersonal skills
• Adaptable to a diverse and dynamic work environment
• Discreet and trustworthy, especially in handling confidential information

Why Join BCP

At BCP, you will contribute to the conservation of millions of hectares of forests and help reduce millions of tons of carbon emissions.

In 2021, BCP achieved a global milestone by becoming the only project in Africa to receive eight consecutive verifications under the Verified Carbon Standard, with “Gold” level recognition in all three CCBA categories: Climate, Community, and Biodiversity.

Recognized globally for impact, BCP was awarded Best Individual Offsetting Project and ranked among the top 0.5% of B Corps worldwide.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonuses
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Health benefits
• A dynamic, high-performance team environment with a strong organizational culture

How to Apply

Please send the following documents in English by April 25, 2025 to:
glrpjobs@biocarbonpartners.com
Subject line: Admin Assistant Maputo

Required documents:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Contact details of 3 professional references
• Any additional materials that may support your application

Important Notes

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you do not receive a response within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.