Wherever I am, the world comes after me.
It offers me its busyness. It does not believe that I do not want it.
Now I understand why the old poets of China went so far
and high into the mountains, then crept into the pale mist.
"The Old Poets of China" by Mary Oliver

Job Opportunity: Senior Office Aide @ the UP Asian Center

Details

The Asian Center, University of the Philippines Diliman, is looking for one (1) Senior Office Aide. The deadline for applications is 12 May 2026. This is open to the public. Requirements must be submitted to the UP Asian Center Administrative Office.

OVERVIEW AND WORK HOURS

    • The Senior Office Aide shall coordinate and manage the booking of the Center's facilities and the coordination of related services to external clients and assist the AC Research and Extension Office, and other related tasks.
    • Work schedule is Mondays to Fridays, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
    • The position is for a limited engagement (May to October 2026; 6 months of work only).
    • Must be willing to report to the office as soon as hired

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    • Bachelor's degree relevant to the job
    • Relevant experience to the job
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and/or Filipino
    • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and knowledge of Google Workspace applications
    • Strong organizational skills to manage assigned duties & responsibilities. 
    • Attention to detail to ensure deliverables.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Assist in the management of the booking of the Center's facilities and the coordination of related services to external clients.
    • Assist in the conduct of AC events and activities (including but not limited to pre- and post-event preparations and documentation, promotions and marketing, and coordination with organizers and participants)
    • Assist the Information Officer in content creation and information dissemination
    • Provide editorial and administrative support for the Asian Center’s publication-related and other academic initiatives
    • Provide administrative support for project operational processes, including budget approvals, payments, reimbursements, procurement of supplies and equipment.
    • Perform tasks related to the extension work of the Asian Center
    • Communicate with offices within and outside the University on matters related to extension work
    • Perform other tasks that may be assigned by the Dean, Assistant to the Dean for Research and Extension, Editor-in-Chief, and/or the Information Officer.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS AND REMINDERS

Documentary Requirements: 

      1. Cover or application letter addressed to the Dean
      2. Updated Curriculum Vitae with references (CV)
      3. Other Supporting Documents

Submission Guidelines: 

      • The deadline for applications is 12 May 2026.
      • All required documents (cover letter, CV, and supporting documents) must be submitted as a single PDF file, with the filename following the format:

Filename:          SOA-COS_SURNAME, FIRST NAME.

      • Send all application requirements and/or inquiries to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
      • Applications with an incomplete set of documents shall not be processed. 
      • Only shortlisted applicants will be scheduled for the interview.
For inquiries, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or call 891-8500 loc. 3580.