Admin Assistant Job in Kenya - AKUH

Job Summary

To provide efficient administrative support services to the Chair, Vice-Chair, Program Director and Faculty and manage the entire Department of Anaesthesia by assisting in general administrative activities as and when required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the day-to-day running of activities/calendar for the Chair and Vice Chair.
  • Coordinate Chair and Vice Chair’s travel and accommodation and ensure transportation is provided.
  • Ensure appraisal reviews are completed for both full-time, private and administrative staff.
  • Liaise with HR for recruitment and onboarding of new staff, annual/conference leave and training of faculty and staff.
  • Communicate written and verbal matters appropriately by receiving and arranging essential mail in order of priority for action and process responses.
  • Communicate written and verbal matters appropriately, checking deadlines on incoming requests and putting preliminary work in place.
  • Provide Academic Support to Faculty by organizing, coordinating and collaborating all activities and functions of the associated faculty members.
  • Participate in the organization of seminars, workshops, retreats, and training sessions and perform a supporting role during the sessions.

  • Ensure approval and follow-up training forms for faculty before submission.
  • Arrange for travel and accommodation (both local and international) by liaising with the travel and housing department.
  • Ensure regular fuel/entertainment and other expenses according to Chair’s entitlement are claimed and reimbursement received.
  • Routinely re-order department supplies.
  • Ensure a weekly supply of food and beverage and office supplies as per the needs of the department.
  • Complete any other duties assigned by both Chair and Vice Chairperson.

Requirements

Applicants should

  • Diploma or bachelor’s degree in business and office management
  • Diploma in Secretarial Studies

How to Apply

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