Search closes: March 12, 2012
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to jobs@osiea.org
The Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa works to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens.
OSIEA initiatives advance justice, free speech, public health, and independent media in the region.
Based in Nairobi, this senior position oversees the office management of four
OSIEA offices and reports to the Finance and Administration Director.To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to jobs@osiea.org
The Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa works to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens.
OSIEA initiatives advance justice, free speech, public health, and independent media in the region.
The Administrative Manager supervises the administrative staff and interfaces regularly with all staff.
Responsibilities
- Ensure
the smooth running of the OSIEA regional and country offices by developing
and implementing effective policies and procedures
- Ensure
compliance with all legal and administrative requirements for registration
and licenses.
- Collaborate
with in-house and outside legal counsel in multiple jurisdictions on
compliance with local statutory requirements and development of new
policies.
- Process
work permits and immigration related matters for foreign staff
- Research,
negotiate and renew all office suppliers, including internet and
technology services, medical, pension and liability insurance.
- Procure
office supplies and equipment
- Develop
and implement security policies for protection of personnel, property, and
information.
- Reinforce
security protocols and put into place a disaster recovery plan
Qualifications
- At
least ten years of experience as a manager with an understanding of the
principles and practices involved in the effective management of a complex
institution and knowledge of relevant laws in the region
- Minimum
first degree in relevant field
- Extraordinary
initiative, creativity and capacity to think strategically
- Ability
to communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse array of people
- Ability
to manage conflict constructively
- Team
spirit and respectful working and decision-making style
- Ability
to manage several simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment
- Strong
organizational skills and close attention to detail
- Integrity,
diplomatic manner and professional discretion essential
- Frequent
travel to offices required
Compensation: Competitive salary, with good benefits package
At OSIEA, all staff are expected to work at integrating the organizational values into the performance of their duties and tasks on a daily basis and by participating in in-house working groups designed to uphold the values and foster healthy inter-office communication.
For more information: www.soros.org
Compensation: Competitive salary, with good benefits package
No phone calls, please. Only successful candidates will be contacted.