Monday, June 10, 2013

Admin Assistant Job in Kenya

Tramigo is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the diverse roles that trees play in agricultural landscapes, and to use its research to advance policies and practices, and their implementation that benefit the poor and the environment.
These include poverty alleviation that entails enhanced food security and health, improved productivity with lower environmental and social costs, and resilience in the face of climate change and other external shocks.The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, with eight regional and sub-regional offices located in Johannesburg , India, Kenya, Uganda, Mali, Peru and Cameroon.

Job Title : Admin Assistant

Specific responsibilities

• Process Memoranda of Understanding/Letters of Agreement
• Administer, monitoring and maintain a real-time budget monitoring system for both units, ensuring that the internal budget monitoring system is synchronised with that of the Finance Unit. Ensure that there is consistency between available budgets and the activities of the Tramigo

• Monitoring and take appropriate action to ensure that project and unit related charge backs are received.
• Preparing and ensuring logistical arrangements, including pre- and post-travel arrangements for incoming and outgoing missions. Prepare and monitor travel cash advance requests.
• Assisting with the preparation of reports, presentations and business plans.
• Liasing with HR on staff and consultancy requests matters
• Liaising with procurement and finance offices for timely purchase of project goods and services
• Maintaining units’ assets registers.
• Draft letters, scheduling appointments and provide support in arranging workshops and meetings.
• Ensuring that project documents are filed and archived.

Requirements
• A relevant degree in Business Administration or Social Sciences.
• A Post Graduate Diploma in project management will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of budgeting and financial management procedures.
• Proficiency in database applications and MS office suite
• Up to 5 years’ relevant experience.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of budget monitoring and financial management
• Highly motivated team player.
• Ability to multitask and respond to short deadlines
• Good communication skills in both written and spoken.

Terms of offer
We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women.This position is on National terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to six (6) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.

How to apply
Applications should include;

• Letter of application indicating interest
• Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
• Three letters of reference with telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
• Copies of Certificates

Applications Due: 18th June 2013.
Applications will be accepted through e-mail to: tramigotekniltd@yahoo.com