An emerging Regional Network organisation would like to fill the position of an Administrative Officer to be based at its office located in Thika, Kenya.
The position
The key responsibilities for the incumbent will include: providing office maintenance and support services in order to ensure efficiency and effectiveness within the office; coordinating logistical arrangements for the Network’s forums, events and meetings; supporting in personnel management and procurement of goods and services in consultation with other staff.
The ideal candidate should possess the following key skills, attributes, working experience and professional qualification.
Essential Skills and Attributes
• Good spoken and written English and Kiswahili. French will be an added advantage.
• Be a team player with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to relate and work with community organisations and farmers including people of diverse cultures and faiths.
• Working knowledge of the current employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to cope with change and handle uncertainties
• Ability to undertake basic bookkeeping tasks.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in performing their duties.
Working Experience
• Minimum of three years relevant experience in a job with similar responsibilities.
• Work experience in a busy NGO and/ or Network organisation will be an added advantage.
Professional qualifications
• Preference will be given to Diploma in Human resource Management or Business Administration.
• Other relevant qualifications from suitably recognised institutions shall also be considered on merit.
Interested candidates who meet the set criteria should submit applications together with their current resumes, day time contacts, current and expected remuneration, availability to take up the appointment
If successful and contacts of current referees to ice@ice.or.ke, so as to be received by 30th May 2011, 5p.m East African time.
The successful applicant shall be required to take up the position by 10th June 2011.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.