Office Assistant

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Summary: As an Office Assistant, you provide administrative and organizational support to optimize daily operational processes and ensure an efficient working environment. Highlights: 1. Let your organizational talent shine in a unique, international setting 2. Contribute to efficiency within the organization 3. Be part of a close-knit team in a warm working environment At Van der Valk Plaza Resort Bonaire, we offer you the opportunity to let your organizational talent shine in a unique, international setting. Our resort stands for hospitality, luxury, and unforgettable experiences. Guided by our mission to deliver high-quality guest experiences, our vision of sustainable growth and digitalization, and our strategy focused on continuous process optimization, we actively invest in internal support and efficiency. Collaboration, engagement, and entrepreneurship form the foundation of our DNA: Welcome to the Family. **WHAT WILL YOU EXACTLY DO?** As an Office Assistant, you are responsible for providing administrative and organizational support within the secretariat and office environment. The main objective of this role is to optimize daily operational processes and ensure an efficient, well-organized, and representative workplace. You report to the Executive Secretary and operate within the framework of Plaza Resort Bonaire. Your responsibilities include, among others: * Efficiently managing calendars and scheduling appointments and meetings, including preparing and organizing meeting rooms; * Managing digital archiving, processing incoming and outgoing mail, reviewing and preparing invoices, tracking credit card charges, and managing the secretariat’s mailbox; * Independently responding to and handling emails and other correspondence, with careful and timely follow-up; * Supporting management with practical tasks such as booking travel and tickets, and preparing presentations; Supporting projects by coordinating and tracking tasks, maintaining project documentation, and liaising with relevant colleagues to ensure deadlines are met and achieved. * **WHY IS THIS JOB RIGHT FOR YOU?** The Office Assistant role suits me well because I draw energy from bringing structure and clarity to administrative processes. I work accurately, easily prioritize tasks, and maintain calm and oversight in a dynamic working environment. With my proactive and solution-oriented approach, I support colleagues wherever needed and contribute to smooth daily office operations. Additionally, I communicate professionally and clearly in both Dutch and English. Moreover, it is advantageous if you: * Have relevant work experience in a similar support role; * Work accurately, maintain overview, and are able to set priorities; * Are available for 24 to 32 hours per week, preferably spread over five days; * Have good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); * Are communicatively skilled in both Dutch and English; * And of course: you think problem-solving and have a positive attitude. **WHY WE AT VAN DER VALK SHINE** Imagine working at a place where you don’t just get a job—you’re truly welcomed. At Van der Valk Plaza Resort Bonaire B.V., you start in a warm, international environment surrounded by sun, sea, and the unique atmosphere that makes Bonaire so special. Colleagues are ready for you, help you get started, and ensure you feel at home quickly—‘welcome to the family’ truly gains meaning here. From your first working day, you become part of a close-knit team where collaboration, respect, and engagement are central. We combine hard work with an open and accessible work atmosphere and jointly build quality, innovation, and an optimal guest experience. Here, you’ll have space to develop yourself, take initiative, and contribute to our organization’s continued growth—all while working in an environment where professionalism meets Bonaire’s unique dynamism. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an attractive package of secondary employment conditions. Moreover, you can definitely count on: * A challenging role within an entrepreneurial organization on a tropical island; * 20% discount on day passes, excursions, and all items in our shops; * Collaboration within a professional, driven, and close-knit team where collegiality and quality are central; * Support in finding suitable accommodation on Bonaire; * A daily fresh staff lunch in our employee cafeteria; * A role within a warm family business with a pleasant work atmosphere, where teamwork forms the basis of success; * We fully handle your immigration paperwork, allowing you to focus on a smooth start to your new adventure; * A minimum commitment of one year, during which you are willing to make a valuable contribution to the growth and development of our organization. **GET TO KNOW US** For 30 years, Van der Valk Plaza Resort Bonaire has been a household name in the Caribbean Netherlands. Our resort is located directly on the beach and features rooms, suites, and penthouses, a private beach, three swimming pools, a marina, and a PADI 5-star dive center. With an enthusiastic team of over 250 employees, we guarantee quality, sustainability, and genuine hospitality every day. Plaza Resort Bonaire is THE place where work enjoyment, professionalism, and tropical experience come together. **READY TO START?** Are you excited after reading this vacancy and do you want to contribute to our success? Then apply immediately via the button below!