KNCHR Human Rights Officer I / Personal Assistant to the Chairperson Job in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 141K)

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is an independent National Human Rights Institution created by Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and established by the Government of Kenya through an Act of Parliament (the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act 2011) and under the United Nations Paris Principles. 

KNCHR’s mandate includes furthering the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya, acting as a watchdog over the Government in the area of human rights, and the provision of leadership in moving the country towards a human rights state.

KNCHR fulfils its human rights mandate through a number of programmes, including Research and Compliance, Public Education and Training, Complaints and Investigations, Redress and Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. 

The Commissions’ main office is in Nairobi with four regional offices in Wajir, Kitale, Mombasa and Kisumu. Officers may serve in the Head Office or in any of the regional offices.

The Commission is inviting applications for the following position:-

Human Rights Officer I / Personal Assistant to the Chairperson
 

Ref: KNCHR/ADM/HRO I/PA/12/14
 

Reports to: The Chairperson
 

Location: Nairobi with occasional travel
 

Duration: Permanent and Pensionable
 

Gross Salary: Kshs 141,950

Job Objective: To provide technical/programmatic and administrative support to the Chairpersons office.

Description of key duties
 

The main tasks performed by the job holder.

• To provide comprehensive, confidential and high quality technical and administrative service to the Chairperson;
• Assisting the chairperson in their day to day programmatic and engaging in research into various human rights concerns and/or emerging issue of local, regional and international concern related to the chairpersons’ work as well as drafting and advice on redress options;
• Preparing speaking notes, legal briefs, opinions and insights for the chairpersons’ engagements;
• Preparation of concept papers, intervention strategies and proposal writing for various activities;
• Coordinating and facilitating meeting mundane to the Chairpersons work;
• Assist in providing analytical  advice on and implementation  of  appropriate redress mechanisms;
• To manage and prioritize all communications to the chairs office at all times and ensure adherence to deadlines in response;
• Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelors Degree in Law and an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• At least three years work experience in an equivalent and similar level and position
• Good skills on Complaints handling and investigations with a good understanding of human rights
• Good Interviewing and report writing skills
• Good organizational, writing, interpersonal (people management), communication and analytical skills
• Sound Knowledge and understanding of local and International Human Rights instruments and the Constitution.
• A good team player who is results oriented, has attention to detail and is client focused
• Computer literacy, ability to work in stressful and demanding environments.
• Fluency in spoken and written English and Swahili.

How to Apply

KNCHR is an equal opportunity employer which offers a competitive remuneration commensurate to qualifications and experience.

Qualified female candidates with experience from the regions are encouraged to apply.

If you possess the above qualities, please send your application clearly indicating the position, and the Ref No. on both the cover letter and envelope, together with a detailed C.V, a daytime telephone contact, and names and telephone contacts of three referees to reach us by 18th July, 2014 to:

The Commission Secretary,
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Lenana Road, CVS Plaza, 1st Floor
P. O. Box 74359-00200
Nairobi

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Personal Assistant Job in Kenya

Personal Assistant
 

Responsibilities

• devising and maintaining office systems, including data management and filing;
• arranging travel, visas and accommodation and, occasionally, travelling with the manager to take notes or dictation at meetings or to provide general assistance during presentations;
• screening phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate;
• meeting and greeting visitors at all levels of seniority;
• organizing and maintaining diaries and making appointments;
• dealing with incoming email, faxes and post, often corresponding on behalf of the manager;
• taking dictation and minutes;
• carrying out background research and presenting findings;
• producing documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations;
• organizing and attending meetings and ensuring the manager is well prepared for meetings;
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and other staff.
• carrying out specific projects and research;
• responsibility for accounts and budgets;
• taking on some of the manager's responsibilities and working more closely with management;
• deputizing for the manager, making decisions and delegating work to others in the manager's absence;
• being involved in decision-making process

Requirements
 

More than 6 years experience as a Personal Assistant/Secretary in a fast moving organization

Candidates to make their applications to recruitment@careerdirections.co.ke  on or before 11th  December 2013.

Clearly indicate the position applied for and your minimum salary expectation on the subject line
 

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Chapter Administrator & P.A Job in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 100K)

Chapter Administrator & P.A 
 

Industry: International Business Network
 

Location: Nairobi & East Africa Chapter
 

Salary: Ksh 100,000 (negotiable) 

Our client is a Business Network for high level Entrepreneurs, looking for a Chapter Administrators cum Personal Assistant. 

They will work with the chapter board to ensure that the chapter runs smoothly and efficiently and communicate with members frequently to make sure they have easy access to Organizations benefits, services and opportunities.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Daily 

• Provide assistance to the local chapter board
• Manage chapter membership database
• Prepare all PR and marketing materials for shipping
• Keep chapter members informed through email communications
• Send prospect information to prospective members
• Promote the Business Network’s benefits, services and opportunities to chapter members
• Update the chapter profile and member profiles on the network
• Act as liaison between the local chapter and Global chapter
• Maintain communications through bulk mailings, faxes, emails and press releases
• Act as main point of communication between the chapter members and the chapter board
• Answer chapter member inquiries by phone or email
• Office management – order supplies to ensure office is well stocked and all equipment is in good working order
• Coordinate meetings between chapter members and members of the board

Monthly

• Monthly board meeting administration, logistics (meeting space, attendance, meeting minutes, board accountability, materials)
• Create and communicate with the chapter through monthly newsletters
• Inform members of monthly learning and recruitment events
• Post learning and recruitment events the website
• Update Monthly Chapter Status Report and submit to the Global network
• Chapter event organizing, logistics support (recruitment, learning, social, Secure venue, date, time, posting event on websites, Coordinate speaker, photographer, catering Create and send event invitations , Coordinate event registration Create name badges for members and sponsors)
• Set up, coordinate, and track payments from members attending the chapter event
• Confirm event logistics with vendors and speaker
• Update speaker database on the website. Collect speaker evaluations
• Track event attendance
• Collect contract from vendors and send to finance chair for payment
• Know the yearly calendar and budget as far out as possible for each event 

Annually 

• Attend Global Leadership Conferences with the chapter board at cost to the chapter
• Assist in membership renewal process (June - August)
• Track members renewals
• Inform the Global office of any wire transfers or payments that are pending
• Assist president and board in replacing outgoing board members
• Perform various special projects on an as-needed basis
• Assist chapter board members daily/monthly/annually in their roles

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communications skills are a must. 
• Must possess strong office management skills
• Individuals of integrity

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Diploma/ Degree in Business/ PR/ Communications
• Previous Experience as a HIGH LEVEL Personal Assistant or Administrator
• Individuals who have worked for multi-nationals and international Organizations are preferred
• Must be willing to work flexible hours; some nights and weekends are required.
• Computer proficient; strong knowledge of office equipment use;
• Computer software experience; word processing; experience working with spreadsheets; data base applications; email and internet use. 

If you meet the above requirements send your CV only, to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke , indicating the title (Chapter Administrator & P.A) on the subject line before the 15th of October 2013. 

We do not charge for interviews.

Please note your current salary on your CV. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Personal Assistant to the CEO Job in Mombasa Kenya

Our client is one of the prime Property Developer, Project Management, Real Estate & Land Agents, Buying and Selling Property and Property Management Agency. 

They have grown to be one of the most respected companies of this kind in the industry; and are committed to deliver unrelenting services to all their customers and a high profiled professional relationship with partners.

They now seek to hire a Personal Assistant to the CEO a position based in Mombasa

Duties

• Devising and maintaining office systems, including data management and filing;
• arranging travel for CEO, occasionally, travelling with the manager to take notes or dictation at meetings or to provide general assistance during presentations;
• Handle sensitive and complex matters relating to client accounts
• screening phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate;
• Handling clients who have appointments with the CEO
• organizing and maintaining diaries and making appointments;
• dealing with incoming email, faxes and post, often corresponding on behalf of the manager;
• taking dictation and minutes;
• carrying out background research and presenting findings;
• producing documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations;
• organizing and attending meetings and ensuring the manager is well prepared for meetings;
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and other staff.

Desired Experience

Must have worked in the same capacity for at-least 3 years

Those with experience in the property industry have clear  advantage

Diploma  or degree in relevant area of study

Must be 25 years and above, polished, excellent communicator

Can juggle well between competing priorities

Applications be sent to careersinafrika@gmail.com by close of business

Africube Solutions Office & Client Relations Assistant Job in Kenya

Africube Solutions Ltd is a Kenyan registered company providing various internet and software solutions to small and medium sized organizations

Office & Client Relations Assistant

Reporting to the Manager, we require a versatile and sharp lady who can handle most aspects of office administration, client relations and various office errands.

Age 23 - 30 with good English skills & Computer / Internet literate. 

A diploma from a recognized college will be required.

Email: info@africubesolutions.com

Personal Assistant Job in Kenya

Personal Assistant
 

Attending to all administrative functions in the CEO’s office
 

Preparing and planning for the CEO’s work schedules
 

Organizing and preparing schedules for Board Meetings and liaising with all board members
 

Preparing and typing documents for Board presentations
 

Providing technical and general administration duties for various projects
 

Providing secretarial services during management meetings
 

Handling general inquiries and directing them to the relevant managers
 

Screening telephone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate
 

Organizing and maintaining diaries and making appointments
 

Dealing with correspondence and writing letters, taking dictation and minutes
 

Organizing and attending meetings, and ensuring the manager is well-prepared for meetings
 

Dealing with incoming email, faxes and post
 

Producing documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations
 

And other duties that may be assigned.
 

Qualification

• Diploma in public relation and customer service orientation
• 5 years experience in the same field
• Good keyboard skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Understand the necessity of confidentiality
• Ability to work with diversity and stress tolerance

Interested candidates can send their CV to recruitment@workforceassociates.net on the Subject line indicates PERSONAL ASSISTANT. 

Interested candidate to send their CV on or before11th June 2012.

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Kilifi Plantations Limited, an agricultural company based in Kilifi, is looking to recruit the following staff:

Personal Assistant to the Chairman and Managing Director

Reporting to the Chairman and the Managing Director, the Personal Assistant will be responsible for providing secretarial services including

• maintaining appointments,
• maintaining efficient communication between the office of the Chairman, the Managing Director and other heads of departments,
• timely response to enquiries,
• receiving inward mail and routing these to the appropriate managers,
• handling visitors to the company and tending to the switchboard

The suitable candidate will

• be a diploma holder in Secretarial Services
• be computer literate,
• must have at least 5 years experience in a similar position,
• possess excellent communication and organizational skills and
• be confident, efficient and self motivated

Transport Logistics Officer

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Transport Logistics Officer will be responsible for, but not limited to

• checking the daily position of each truck using the GPS system,
• monitor efficient load usage of each truck,
• monitor fuel consumption and use of other consumables,
• maintain records and ensure that all accounts are up to date.

The successful candidate for this position

• must possess a diploma in Logistics,
• have at least 3 years experience
• have working knowledge of QuickBooks
• must also possess strong relationship skills as well as excellent organizational skills.

Applications containing a Curriculum Vitae and indicating e-mail address, daytime telephone contact, names and addresses of three referees as well as expected salary should be sent to:
info@kilifiplantations.co.ke not later than 25th April 2012.