KOAN Administrative Assistant and Driver Jobs in Kenya

Kenya Organic Agriculture Network (KOAN) is a National Membership organization whose mandate is to coordinate, facilitate and provide leadership and professional advisory services to all members and stakeholders in the areas of organic production, technical training, marketing and certification, lobbying and advocacy.

In pursuance of our mandate, KOAN is seeking qualified and experienced professionals in the following fields.

Administrative Assistant

Working under the supervision of the National Co-ordinator, the Administrative Assistant will have the following;

Key duties and responsibilities:

Oversee and manage office procedures and other tasks as assignedResponsible for filing and retrieving organizational documents, records and reports in addition to co-ordinating and maintaining records for staff.Set up and coordinate meetings, compile, and distribute minutes of meetings.Provide logistical support to the organization and support staff in assigned project based workAny other duty that may be assigned by the National Co-ordinatorKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Computer literacy skills and training particularly on website managementGood writing, analytical and presentation skillsKnowledge of principles and practices of organization, planning, records management and general administration.Ability to communicate effectively.Ability to work well as part of team with minimum supervisionDiploma in Secretarial StudiesAt least five (5) years experience in a similar positionDriver

The above position requires a person of high integrity, ability to multi task and in good health.

Key duties and responsibilities

Take project staff and authorized persons to and from various destinations including field workResponsible for day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle including cleanliness, checks on fuel, water, battery, brakes, tyres, engine, oil and informs the management of any defects to the vehicle.Run office errands including collecting and delivering mail as required.Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor(s).Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Motor vehicle mechanical skills.Competence in driving vehicles in busy urban environments and rough rural terrains.Ability to administer first aid.Good communication skills.Must have a valid driving licence (BCE) and PSV certified, issued by the Government of Kenya.Have had at least 10 years driving experience A current certificate of good conduct.For both these positions, candidates with work experience in agricultural/environmental NGOs will have an added advantage.

Send your application together with a current CV to the National Co-ordinator, vacancieskoan@gmail.com not later than 26th January 2011.

Applications received after the date will not be considered.

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