The African Research and Resource Forum (ARRF) is a research, data resource, reflection and policy
debate institution devoted to the resolution of the governance and development issues confronting policymakers
and societies in the East African Community (EAC) and the Great Lakes Region.
ARRF wishes to fill the following position at the secretariat in Nairobi.
ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Finance and Administration Officer, the responsibilities of the Administrative Secretary
include general administrative support to staff, events & assets management, correspondence & cash
handling as well as document development.
The position holder will also perform liaison functions on behalf of ARRF with partners, suppliers and
service providers. He or She will also be involved in coordination of procurement activities in line with ARRF
procedures.
Requirements for the position:
•
A Higher diploma in Business Administration or related management course, with at least three (3)
years experience or a Diploma in Administration with (5) years relevant experience in a busy
organization, preferably a research institution.
• Working knowledge of Office management computer packages will be required.
• Candidates will have to demonstrate their abilities to communicate effectively, orally and in
writing as well as good interpersonal skills.
• CPA 1 or ACCA qualifications and knowledge of Quick books accounting package will be an
added advantage.
To apply for this position, please send an application letter, together with an updated CV, salary history
and at least three referees by e-mail, to reach us by 2nd September 2011 to admin@arrforum.org