The Anglo-American School of Sofia (AAS) is a private international school with 50 years of history.
The School is fully accredited by: The Council of International Schools (CIS) and The New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). We are an authorized International Baccalaureate Organization (IB) World School. The Anglo-American School of Sofia is a member of good standing with The Central Eastern European Schools Association (CEESA) and The European Council of International Schools (ECIS).
Our mission and core values of commitment, respect and excellence extend to all members of our community, not just students and staff. Serving with us extends beyond enjoying desirable working conditions, but satisfies ambitions for professional growth and provides the benefits of being part of a quality team as we engage, support and prepare each student for today and tomorrow.
We are currently looking for:

The Anglo-American School of Sofia is looking for a long-term maternity coverage (1 year+) for the position of MS/HS Principal Assistant.
The MS/HS Principal Assistant works very closely with the Middle-High School Principal. The job of MS/HS Principal’s Assistant was established for the purposes of providing complex and confidential secretarial and administrative support to the MS/HS Principal; conveying information regarding school functions and procedures; ensuring efficient operation of support functions; ensuring compliance with school’s financial, legal and administrative requirements; and overseeing assigned projects and school activities. The Assistant must be creative and enjoy working within an environment that is mission-driven and community oriented.This position interfaces with all stakeholders in the AAS Community, and often beyond.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION:

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree, complemented by requisite certification and training
• Three years or more of successful administrative experience
• Experience in an international setting desired
• Fluency in both Bulgarian and English (reading, writing, spoken)

DESIRED PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Good working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, Google Suite, and social media web platforms;
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to take initiative, multi-task and be flexible;
• Excellent prioritising and organisational skills with commitment to accuracy and attention to detail;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to access a wide range of sources and networks for information;
• Good judgment and ability to function independently;
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations with diplomacy;
• Significant experience in electronic communications;
• Ability to work as a part of a team;
• Commitment to a positive school culture;
• Strong work ethic and morale;
• Confidentiality and trustworthiness.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the MS/HS Principal with everyday tasks, duties and obligations;
• Manages the MS/HS Principal’s calendar in scheduling appointments; classrooms observations, meetings, etc;
• Answers telephone calls, transferring, taking messages, and responding to inquiries;
• Greets individuals entering the building (e.g. visitors, parents, students, vendors, etc.) and/or directs individuals to appropriate location in accordance with established building security procedures;
• Compiles data from a wide variety of sources (e.g. student information, work orders, attendance, etc.) for the purpose of preparing reports; making recommendations; complying with financial, legal and/or administrative requirements; and/or preparing information for assigned administrator.
• Distributes items within the school (e.g. mail, orders, special delivery, messages, homework, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring receipt to addressee.
  Maintains a wide variety of manual end electronic documents, files, and records (e.g. budget data, reports, administrative records, all forms, student files, etc.)
• Orients new personnel (e.g. substitutes, staff, volunteers, etc.) regarding appropriate school practices (e.g. keys, folders, directions, building procedures, etc.) for the purpose of effectively assimilating new personnel and/or volunteers into school operations;
• Performs general clerical functions (e.g. scheduling copying, faxing, data entry, filing, keyboarding, e-mailing, answering telephones, etc.)
• Prepares a wide variety of reports, documents and correspondence of a confidential and non-confidential nature (e.g. budgets, memos, letters, discipline letters, fire drill reports, etc.)
• Procures supplies and materials for the purpose of maintaining availability of required items.

Thank you for your interest in our school!