Administrative Associate At Amref Jobs In Kenya
Job Title: Administrative Associate
Hiring Organization: Amref Kenya
Location – Locality: Nairobi
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: Healthcare
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: KES
Date Posted: 04/28/2024
Admin jobs in Nairobi. About
Amref KenyaAmref Health Africa in Kenya is the country programme office
of Amref Health Africa, Africa’s largest International Health NGO. This
is the largest and oldest country programme in Africa with an average
annual budget of USD 40million. We have 19 innovative products and
project models that have successfully been implemented and transformed
5.4 million lives.
Main Purpose Of Job
To provide administrative support by ensuring effective coordination, planning and monitoring of office administration, logistics reporting and communication. The Project Administrative Associate reports to the Project Officer
Key Responsibilities
Administrative
Provide comprehensive administrative support to the project team at the office and in field activities.Finance
Support financial processes, as per relevant Amref policies, to support project implementation. This includes:Procurement process to completion, including processing of invoices.
Management of field activity advances to completion.
Managing office float and requisition of office consumables.
Reception
Receives all visitors and acts as the first point of reference for all enquiries for the project.Planning
Coordinates the project calendar of events with the relevant offices both internal and external. These are both annual planning and ad hoc planning of activities and project work plan.Organising
Manages the execution of events including meetings workshops and other work-related gatherings within the project.Reporting
In charge of compilation processing and distribution of a variety of reports including minutes of various meetings, programme monthly, quarterly and annual reportsMaintain the reporting schedule and send reminders of deadlines to report owners
Information management
Develop and maintain relevant databases and filing systems for optimal management of information and contacts for the project.Custodian of project assets
Maintaining an updated inventory at all times.Ensures compliance with maintenance/servicing schedules for all project assets.
Supervision
Supervises programme support staff: drivers, messengers, cleaners.Transport
Programme logistics including local transport for staff, managers, outreach specialists and visitors, air tickets and taxis.Hotel and flight bookings
Support field work activities as per team needs for additional support.
Education; Knowledge and skills
Degree in Business Management/AdministrationRelevant certifications
Minimum of 1-3 years’ work experience in a high-engagement administrative role, preferably at Amref KenyaExcellent writing and oral communication skills
Good interpersonal skills and versatility
Proficient knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Competencies
Strong interpersonal skillsAttention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Discretion and professionalism when dealing with sensitive information
Self-driven professional
Environmental Conditions
Corporate Policies, Systems, Procedures and MethodsThe job requires a comprehensive knowledge of Amref Health Africa’s finance and procurement policies and procedures
Work Environment
Normal office environment at the workstationA positive work environment that ensures psychological safety.
Open collaboration with the project team in order to achieve project goals.
Field work support in remote project sites with basic amenities.
Regular consultation with the team to ensure smooth project implementation.
Organize social events to enhance team work
Hours of Work
38 hours per week, Monday to Thursday official working hours from
8.00am to 5.00pm with one (1) hour lunch break from 1pm to 2pm. Friday
official working hours from 8.00am to 2.00pm.
Job holder may occasionally be required outside normal working hours due to unique circumstances.