Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Amref Health Africa is hiring an Administrative Assistant to join their Primary Health Care for Malaria Elimination Project in Kenya. This capacity development initiative aims to address the prevention, diagnosis, and management of malaria in the counties of Busia and Siaya.

Duties and Responsibilities

• – Coordinate and organize meeting schedules, team activities, and reporting deadlines
• – Raise purchase requisitions and follow through to local purchase orders and payments
• – Manage virtual meetings and sessions, including sending reminders and providing links
• – Provide day-to-day administrative support in areas such as human resources, procurement, and finance
• – Assist in facility and service maintenance follow-ups
• – Manage project staff induction and asset inventory
• – Engage with clients and vendors, responding to queries and resolving issues
• – Administer client feedback tools and summarize findings for continuous improvement
• – Assist in generating client/user reports from the learning platform
• – Draft marketing materials and track website and social media updates
• – Perform work-related errands as requested
• – Assist in filing and storage of documents, both electronic and hard copies

Requirements

• – Bachelor’s degree in communications, business administration, social sciences, or a related field
• – Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in office management
• – Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (knowledge of French is an advantage)
• – Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• – Ability to prioritize, multitask, and exercise confidentiality and discretion
• – Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• – Strong teamwork and leadership skills
• – Creative problem-solving skills within corporate policies and procedures

Amref Health Africa offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Amref Health Africa is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.