Office Administrative Assistant Job in Kenya

Job Purpose

The job holder is responsible for secretarial services and clerical/administrative work.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

Data processing from manuscripts

Operating office equipment and security of office equipment, documents, and records

Attending to visitors and clients

Handling telephone calls and customers

Handling appointments

Job Competencies 


Academic Qualifications-KNEC

Diploma in Secretarial Studies from KNEC or equivalent from a recognized Institution OR

Business Education Single and Group Certificates (BES & GC) Stage I, II, and III from the Kenya National Examinations Council in the following subjects:-

Typewriting II (40w.p.m)/Computerized Document Processing II;

Shorthand 80 wpm

Business English II/Communications I;

Office Practice II;

Secretarial Duties II;

Commerce II; OR

Craft Certificate in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examination Council;

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

Meets the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Previous relevant work experience is required.

Direct entry for Diploma in Secretarial Studies or equivalent qualification holders or three (3) years relevant work experience for Craft Certificate holders 2 years’ serving experience

Functional Skills:

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

Interpersonal skills.

Honest and confidentiality

How To Apply

Additional Requirements

Successful candidates will be expected to fulfill the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution by providing originals of the following documents;

Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;

Clearance/Compliance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);

Tax compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority;

Clearance from the Ethics & Anti-corruption Authority (EACC) and

Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

Application Form

All applications should be filled and submitted no later than 29th January 2024 at midnight East Africa Time.