Admin Officer Job in Kenya - CBM

Main Tasks

Office Administration & Operations

  • Manage professional office administration and ensure efficient operations in line with CBM standards.
  • Document and maintain up-to-date administrative processes and procedures, leading regular reviews for clarity, effectiveness, and efficiency.
  • Ensure CBM complies with in-country requirements (e.g., Certificate of Registration) in liaison with Finance Operations Division (FaOD) and Human Resources.
  • Line-manage the administrative team.
  • Support the Admin Assistant with logistics, including travel bookings, visitor schedules, and maintaining a regular travel and visitors’ plan.
  • Prepare invitation letters for visitors.
  • Manage the use and fuel consumption of CBM vehicles.
  • Provide operational support to the Country Director, including scheduling meetings, minute-taking, and report preparation.
  • Oversee office and property/facility management, including cleanliness, maintenance, repairs, and follow-up on Accessibility and Inclusion audits.
  • Maintain and update the prequalified supplier and service provider list.
  • Ensure all CBM assets, equipment, and vehicles have adequate and timely insurance coverage.

  • Coordinate internal and external meetings and conferences, including venue bookings, travel arrangements, catering, and preparation of meeting spaces.
  • Manage record keeping, filing, and archiving of administrative and contractual documents.
  • Organize OSH meetings and prepare minutes.
  • Ensure asset management processes are followed, including maintaining the asset register, conducting semi annual verifications, and updating records.
  • Ensure all asset purchases, leases, and disposals follow procurement guidelines and required approval processes.

Procurement

  • Develop an annual procurement master plan for the Regional and Country Offices.
  • Prepare bid proposals, RFPs, and tender documents for approval and coordinate the receipt of supplier quotations.
  • Analyze quotations and prepare bid analysis in line with CBM procurement guidelines.
  • Serve on procurement and tender committees, including preparing minutes and reports of committee decisions.
  • Maintain the supplier database and build strong relationships with local suppliers.
  • Manage communication with vendors and staff to ensure smooth procurement processes.
  • Ensure procured goods and services meet quality, specifications, and quantity requirements and complete all related documentation within agreed timelines.

These are your qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field, preferably with a specialization in Procurement.
  • Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within an international development organization.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and to proactively identify and address potential issues.
  • Commitment to CBM’s values and adherence to the Child Safeguarding Policy.

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