Administrative Assistant

Company Description Plaridel Products & Services, Inc. is a Filipino-owned company with over three decades of experience advancing animal health, nutrition, genetics, breeding, diagnostics, and production across the Philippines. The company partners with veterinarians, producers, government agencies, academic institutions, and international organizations to apply science and technology that improve animal productivity, welfare, and sustainable food production. Its portfolio includes veterinary pharmaceuticals, genetics for pigs, canines, and cattle, reproductive technologies, companion animal diagnostics, animal nutrition, permanent identification systems, and K9 development. Plaridel leads major initiatives such as Semen Cardona Filipinas, Inc., cattle breeding programs with Beefmaster Breeders United (USA), veterinary diagnostics with BIOGAL Galed Laboratories (Israel), and Pet iChip® identification and traceability solutions. The company values learning, integrity, and purposeful work, and welcomes individuals who want to contribute to practical, long-term solutions for agriculture, veterinary medicine, and animal welfare.

Role Description The Administrative Assistant is a full-time, on-site role based in Umingan. This role supports daily office operations, including managing correspondence, organizing documents, scheduling meetings, and maintaining records for internal teams and external partners. The Administrative Assistant handles phone calls and inquiries in a professional manner, prepares basic reports, and assists with filing, data entry, and other clerical tasks. The role may also include supporting executives with calendar management, travel arrangements, and coordination of meetings or trainings. The position requires consistent attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to work efficiently with colleagues across different functions.

Job Title: Farm Administrative Assistant

Department: Administration

Reports to: Technical Officer and Operations Head

Location: Umingan, Pangasinan

Stay-Out / Stay-In Position (Preferably Stay-In)

Employment Type: Full-Time

What we are looking for:

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to handle clerical and

administrative tasks in support of the farm operations. The role involves preparing documents,

organizing files, and ensuring that day-to-day operations run smoothly both in the office and during

occasional field visits.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative assistance skills, including organizing documents, managing schedules, and supporting day-to-day office operations.
• Professional phone etiquette and communication skills for handling calls, inquiries, and follow-ups.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Executive administrative assistance capabilities, such as calendar management, meeting coordination, and basic report preparation.
• Solid clerical skills, including filing, data entry, record-keeping, and use of office equipment.
• Proficiency with common office software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, email, and online collaboration tools).
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated integrity, reliability, and respect for confidential information.
• Ability to work on-site in Umingan and collaborate with diverse professionals in the animal health and agriculture sectors.
• Relevant administrative or office experience; vocational or college-level education in business, administration, or a related field is an advantage.