British American Tobacco

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity for a Leaf Administrative Assistant, working with the Green Leaf Threshing (GLT) team based in Thika.
 Purpose Statement: The role of the GLT Administrative Assistant is key to the Successful attainment of the GLT objectives, and to the engagement and relationship between GLT and other stakeholders, both internal and external.
The role supports the GLT team to manage the supply of product and other services to the commercial arm of the business. This is achieved by providing comprehensive and pro active administrative support services to the Head of Leaf and the Leaf department (GLT & Leaf growing) so as to ensure an effective and efficient running office.
Develop & implement records schedules in line with company guidelines to ensure that Company records management policies are followed by all in the Leaf department.Raising of leaf purchase requisitions and liaise with relevant functions to ensure timely payments of the departments suppliersCompilation of leaf operational monthly reports.Administration of global travel arrangements in transportation and airport transfers, hotel booking, visa applications and conference arrangements, workshops and team building events for the Functions, top team and other employees of the Leaf department.Identify and utilize the best ideas to ensure effective and costs effective upkeep of the site and staff welfare issues.Coordinate the GLT information cascades and general communications to departments’ staff and as an information link to outside parties.A Bachelors degree in a business course/Diploma in social sciencesExcellent interpersonal and communication in both verbal and written formAt least two years’ experience in an administrative role.Excellent organization skills and ability to establish priorities, maintain confidentiality and work under pressure.Confidence to use own initiative, keen and ability to anticipate requirements and plan ahead.Ability to work without supervision.Working at BAT: British American Tobacco (www.bat.com) is a market leading, global organisation with a long, established history and a bright and dynamic future. Thanks to our people we have continued to deliver growth and exceed expectations in an increasingly complex and challenging marketplace.
If you have the talent and motivation to help us succeed you’ll find we are equally committed to helping you reach your full potential too.
British American Tobacco is an equal opportunity employer.

Vacancy: Administrative and Communications Assistant
Contract: Two years with possibility of extension

Salary: KES 1.2 Million (Gross) pa

The Brooke East Africa is an animal welfare charity whose mission is to improve the welfare of working donkeys, horses and mules.

The Brooke currently seeks to recruit a Communications Assistant based in Nairobi for a 2-year national appointment, with possibility of extension.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Operations & Administrative ManagementCommunications Support and CoordinationFleet ManagementSummary of Qualifications

At least First Degree (Bachelor) in business administration, communications, finance and accounting or other related area of studiesMinimum 2-years experience in a development sector, with strong administrative, media communications and public relations.Minimum 2-years experience in a development sector, with strong administrative, media communications and public relations.At least First Degree (Bachelor) in business administration, communications, finance and accounting or other related area of studies

Daystar University is a chartered interdenominational and evangelical Christian University. Its mission is the development of Christian Servant Leaders for the expansion of God’s kingdom in Africa and the world. We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following position. Applicants to this position must be committed Christians, who show evidence of involvement in their local churches.Senior Administrative Assistant – Nuru Counselling Centre
At least Bachelor’s degree in Social sciences- Psychology & Counselling;At least 2 years’ experience in a busy office;Hands on skills in MS Office packages;Proficient reporting and writing skills;Demonstrable planning capabilities;Display of marketing skills;A high sense of integrity, innovativeness, diplomacy and ethical standards, including confidentiality;Ability to work long hours, including evening;Ability to keep confidential records;Capacity to guide and advice visitors appropriately;Ability to vet clients and assign them to appropriate counsellors;A flexible friendly disposition.Must be a committed Christian with good references to professional competencies and Christian life.

Providing administrative support to the Psychology ProgrammeFacilitation of the practicals for the PhD in Clinical Psychology StudentsReceive clients and telephone calls and respond to them or direct them appropriately;Do initial intake with clients and assign them to qualified approved counsellors;Billing of clients according to Daystar policy; Collect payments from clients and remitting the money to finance office.Maintaining confidentiality of all clientele records;Avail written reports of the functioning of Nuru Counselling Centre to the Dean, School of Human and Social Sciences (DSHSS) on monthly basis;Report to the Dean (SHSS) or HOD (Psychology), or any other available counsellor, cases of clients requiring crisis intervention immediately;Marketing Nuru Counselling CentreFacilitate liaison between the office and internal or external publics;Responsible for the daily organization of the office;Maintain the office’s diary.Any other duties as assign.
Those interested in these challenging and rewarding positions should submit their applications, testimonials and detailed CV with names and contacts of 3 referees to the address below on or before: 3rd October 2014All applications should be sent by E-mail to: recruitment@daystar.ac.ke. Hard copies will not be considered.Kindly note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Vacancy: Administrative AccountantGeneral office management and maintenanceResponsible in managing and supervising staffFinancial Management and reportingMinimum of a Diploma in Business Administration or ManagementBe holder of CPA II or its equivalent in Accounting or Finance Must be a committed (Born again Christian aged 30yrs and above) Have a minimum of 3 years similar experience preferably in Church setting Experience in managing an office and people managementStrong computer skills (spreadsheets, word and other accounting packages)Knowledge of the PCEA structures of the Church will be an added advantageSkills and Competencies

Strong experience in effective leadership, managerial & communication skills Excellent conceptual, analytical, documentation and presentation skills Flexibility to work additional hours at crucial times.To apply, please send your Cover letter, CV, Copies of Certificates and Testimonials quoting your Current and Expected salary by COB 25th July 2014 to: 
The Session Clerk
P.O Box 56780 00200 
For more details you can call 0720-557061
Applications can also be dropped at the Church office

County Public Service Board

The Turkana County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions:

Administrative / Liaison Officers (Operations & Programmes)
Job Group 'N'
2 Posts

Duties and responsibilities
 

Plan the use of materials and human resources;Carry out general office management chores;Transport management;Supervision of all office equipment;Ensure conducive working environment that is clean and secure;Set and oversee internal operating rules and regulations;Establish an efficient record, filing and tracking system for all office inventory, mails and file, monitor their movement and effective correspondencePrepare payment vouchers;Maintain an update inventory of office assets and ensure their timely maintenanceCoordinate logistics and accommodation arrangements of County executives and their facilitation while in Nairobi on official dutiesCoordinate donor engagement meetingsAttend regular intergovernmental and sectoral meetingsConduct follow ups on agreed deliverablesConduct periodic research of thematic areas from time to time and provide balanced analysis and assessment to inform Turkana County GovernmentProvide an integral link between the county and the respective parliamentarian and other constitutional offices at the national level.Provide quality and timely reports that will be needed as scheduled periodically.Compile data and drafting communications;Perform any other duties that may be assigned.Requirements and competencies for appointmentA minimum of a degree in public administration, social science or equivalent;Must have served for a minimum of four years in the same or equivalent position;Must demonstrate strategic planning skills and ability to design and implement short term, medium and long term plans.Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines and develop innovative recommendations and solutions to problemsMust possess strong verbal and written communication skillsMust be organized, motivated and a team player vii. Computer literacy with all aspects of Microsoft Windows network; experience with data base management a plusThe salary and allowances attached to this post is as follows: Permanent and pensionable Salary Scale: Kshs.48, 190 - 65,290 House Allowance: Kshs.24, 000;Commuter allowance: Kshs.8, 000.Office Secretary I
Job Group 'K'
1 Post

Requirements for appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen;Have served satisfactorily in the grade of senior personal secretary position for a minimum period of three (3) years;Posses any of the following Kenya national examinations council qualifications: shorthand 2 (120 W.P.M), typewriting 3 (50 .p . m. ) / computerized documents processing, business English 3 / communication 2, commerce 2, office management 3 / office administration and management 3, secretarial duties 2;A bachelors degree in Secretarial Studies or office management from a recognized university will be an added advantage;Proficiency in computer applications;Record dictation in shorthand and transcribing it in typewritten form;Type from drafts;Data processing;Operate office machines;Attend to visitors/ clients;Handle telephone calls and appointments;Ensure security of office records, equipment, documents and classified materials;Prepare responses to simple routine correspondence;ix. Undertake other secretarial duties that may be assigned;May at times be required to work for more than one officer;Perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time;Permanent and pensionable Salary Scale: 31, 020 - 41,590 P.M. Allowances: House Allowance: Kshs.5, 000; Commuter: Kshs.5, 000;The Officer shall be based in Nairobi and will be answerable to the office Administrative officer.
Be a Kenyan citizen;Have accident-free experience for a minimum period of three (3) years;Have a valid class BCE driving license without any current endorsement (s);Demonstrate\outstanding professional competence and work performance and results;First- aid knowledge will be an added advantage;The Officer shall be based in Nairobi
 Driving the assigned vehicle;Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical, tire pressure, brake systems, etc;Detecting and reporting any malfunctioning of the vehicle systems;Maintenance of work ticket(s) for assigned vehicle(s);Ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road;Overseeing safety of the passengers and / or goods therein;Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicles;Reporting promptly to the Authorized Officer/transport when the vehicle is due for service.Perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time;Permanent and pensionableSalary Scale: Kshs.19, 323 - 24,662 pmHouse Allowance: Kshs.3,500Commuter allowance: Kshs.4, 000.Written applications, CV’s, copies of certificates, testimonials and Identity Card should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side the position being applied for and addressed to:
The Secretary,
County Public Service Board
Turkana County
P.O. Box 05-30500
Lodwar
OR delivered by hand at the reception desk at Turkana County Public Service Board Offices located along Nawoitorong road Opposite Lodwar Club located off Kitale-Lodwar highway.
To reach the office before the close of business on 20th June, 2014
Important information to all candidates;Applicants are advised to apply for only one positionOnly shortlisted candidates will be contactedAny form of canvassing or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualificationWomen and the physically challenged are encouraged to apply