The Institute for Conservation Research is looking for a dynamic Administrative Assistant with excellent communication skills and an upbeat attitude.  Candidates should have basic financial knowledge of budgeting and excel. Should also be a self-starter, motivated, multi-tasker and generally being a helpful and positive presence in the workplace.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides secretarial support Schedules assigned director's/manager's calendar May assign work schedules to staff as appropriate Screens and assists visitors/callers Serves as receptionist as needed Produces a variety of reports and documents Reviews and distributes mail Composes/edits routine correspondence Works with donors and volunteers as assigned Arranges meetings and takes minutes as required M