AMREF Training Administrator Job in Kenya

Training Administrator, DCH, MPH &BSc Programme

Ref: - CHR/11/07-11

AMREF is the largest international health development non-governmental organization based in Africa.

Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, AMREF aims to close the gap that prevents people from accessing their basic right to health.

Headquartered in Kenya, AMREF has programmes in Ethiopia, Uganda, Southern Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa.

Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners.

For more information visit our website www.amref.org.

Job Title: Training Administrator

Directorate/Unit: Capacity Building – DCH/MPH/BSc Programme

Physical Location: AMREF Headquarters

Main Purpose of Job

To provide administrative and logistical Support to the Regional Training CoordinatorKey Responsibilities and Main Tasks

Administration

Admission, orientation and graduation of DCH, MPH and BSc Students Assisting foreign students with immigration matters e.g application for pupil’s passes, renewal of visas and application for alien registration cardsOrganise the training venues and other logistics for trainees, trainers and facilitators Prepare and send out training invitations to the training participants and follow up for confirmations Send out training invitations and timetable to the facilitators and follow-up for confirmations Maintain meeting schedules, appointments and make travel arrangements Organise for examination venues and provide administrative support for all exams; maintain accurate examination records for all coursesPrepare and/or edit drafts of reports for the programmeProcess and distribute project reports and correspondence to relevant officesDraft terms of reference for contractors and requisition contracts as requiredReceive and review office correspondence and respond to enquiries as necessary or route as requiredIdentify marketing avenues for DCH, MPH and BSc and effectively market the coursesReview and regularly update the relevant AMREF webpageLiaise with other departments at AMREF and various partners/stakeholders or ensure that training activities take place as plannedDocumentation and Records Management
Establish and maintain a database of the trainers, trainees and collaborating agencies including donors, programme photos etcEstablish and maintain a filling system, both electronic and hard copy, for DCH, BSc and MPH student records including examinationsMaintain a database of PowerPoint slides and other training materials used by the various facilitatorsPrepare budgets for the various training activities Take relevant imprest for various training activities, provide various refunds and account for them accuratelyRequired Qualifications

Education and knowledge

Bachelors degree in business administration, social sciences or any related fieldAt least 3 years experience working in a training environmentExcellent computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)Strong interpersonal skillsExcellent communications skillsAnalytical skillsHow to apply

If you feel that you meet the criteria, complete the online application form attaching your CV.

Click here to apply online

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We encourage those interested to send their applications by Friday 29 July 2011.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

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