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Job Title


Administrative Assistant - Receptionist


Company : International Rescue Committee


Location : Phoenix, AZ


Created : 2026-04-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Administrative Assistant - Receptionist The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933, IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian NGOs, operating in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, join us in positively impacting the lives of millions worldwide. Major Responsibilities Greet visitors, ascertain their needs, answer basic questions, and direct them to the appropriate staff person or department. Manage flow of visitors during peak periods such as open office hours. Answer and direct incoming telephone calls. Take messages and answer basic questions. Assist with safety and security measures as required. Order and maintain stock of needed office supplies. Review inventory and monitor prices. Maintain office equipment including copier, fax, printer, scanner and projector in good working order. Arrange for maintenance and repair as needed. Maintain donations inventory. Responsible for making ID badges and maintaining office photo lists. Liaise with building super on maintenance concerns. Monitor ongoing required maintenance. Liaise with cleaning company on daily service. Serve as first point of contact for IT issues, maintain familiarity with servers, network router, and other system equipment. Monitor telephone system; update voicemail and extensions as needed for new staff, and maintain office phone list. Ensure new staff and interns have access to ID cards, swipe cards and office keys. Coordinate calendaring and use of shared spaces such as conference rooms and classrooms. Receive and distribute mail. Process outgoing mail and deposit in mailbox on daily basis. Maintain physical and digital personnel files, documents, and information. Comply with agency policies and protocol. Other tasks and projects as directed by supervisor. Key Working Relationships Position Reports to: Deputy Director, Operations Job Requirements High school diploma required; some university education preferred. Fluent in English with strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in language(s) spoken by IRC's clients is desired; including Spanish, Arabic, Dari, Farsi, and/or Pashto. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word and Outlook. Must be well-organized, reliable, professional, detail oriented and flexible. Desire to work as a team member and in a multicultural workplace. Must have a valid driver's license, active insurance policy, and access to reliable transportation. In accordance with Arizona State Law, must possess or be eligible to receive a fingerprint clearance card. Working Environment A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and "˜field' time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities. Occasional domestic (non-local) travel required; up to 10%. Compensation Pay Range: $18 - $18 Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements. Professional Standards All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Referral Information Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at International Rescue Committee by 2x. Seniority Level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Administrative Industries Non-profit Organizations #J-18808-Ljbffr