Minimum Qualifications: Diploma
Job Term: Permanent and Pensionable
Position Level: SHA 6
Number of positions:1
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience Required:
For
appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
- Nine (9) years cumulative experience, three (3) years of which
should have been at the grade of Assistant Office Administrator I or in a
comparable position in the Public or Private sector;
- Holds a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National
Examinations Council (KNEC)/recognized institution;
- Membership in a relevant professional body in good standing;
- Proficiency in computer applications; and
- Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and
results.
Responsibilities:
Job
Purpose
The
Office Administrative Officers are responsible for ensuring an organization’s
operations run smoothly by effectively managing calendars, handling
communication, and maintaining office records.
Job
Description
- Taking oral dictation;
- Using e-office to research and process data;
- Operating office equipment;
- Attending to visitors/clients;
- Handling telephone calls;
- Booking rooms and conference facilities;
- Handling customer inquiries and complaints;
- Ensuring security of office records, equipment, and documents,
includingclassified materials;
- Ensuring security, integrity, and confidentiality of data;
- Updating an up-to-date filing system in the office;
- Preparing responses to routine correspondence;
- Managing office protocol and etiquette;
- Managing petty cash;
- Identifying areas of risk in the department;
- Implementing the department’s charter;
- Promoting Business Process Re-engineering (BPR);
- Implementing the business continuity plan for the department; and
- Fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and
good corporate citizenship.
How to Apply
