The Council of Legal Education is
established under the Legal Education Act, No. 27 of 2012 of the Laws of
Kenya.
The core functions of the Council of
Legal Education are to regulate legal education and training, to license and
supervise legal education providers; conduct Bar Examinations; and to advice
the Government on matters relating to legal education and training.
In order to efficiently and effectively deliver its functions, the Council
wishes to recruit a full time high calibre staff in the following
position:- Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Job Grade: CLE
7
Reference: CLE/HR13/2015
2 Positions
Location: Nairobi
Overall purpose of the job: Administrative Assistant will be responsible for
providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office.
Support Director, managers and employees through a variety of tasks related to
organization, communication and secretarial work
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Types and designs general correspondences,
memos, reports. Proofreads copy for spelling, grammar and layout, making
appropriate changes.
- Performs day-to-day administrative functions
and general office duties
- Undertake office reception duties, both in
person and on the telephone, including taking messages for other staff.
- To assist with the organisation of
conferences, seminars meetings and other events
- To assist with the taking of minutes and notes
at meetings.
- Process incoming mail and emails draft and
edit correspondence when required
- Maintain a tidy and efficient office
environment
- Organize and schedule meetings and
appointments
- Produce and distribute correspondence memos,
letters, and forms
- Assist in the preparation of regularly
scheduled reports
- Develop and maintain a filing system
- Order office supplies
- Book travel arrangements
Qualifications and Skills
- Professional Diploma in Secretarial
Studies/Administration/Management or Equivalent Qualification;
- A relevant university degree will be an added
advantage.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications;
- At least 3 years relevant work experience.
Salary Scale
Basic Pay: 40,250 x 2,012.50 to
42,262.50 x 2,012.50 to 44,275 x 2,012.50 to 46,287.50 x 2,012.50 to 48,300 x
2,012.50 to 50,312.50 x 2,012.50 to 52,325 x 2,012.50 to 54,337.50 x 2,012.50
to 56,350 x 2,012.50 to 58,362.50
House Allowance: Kshs.28,000
Commuter Allowance: Kshs.6,000
How to Apply
All applicants MUST be of the highest
ethical standards, integrity and professionalism and comply with the
requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.
Candidates will be required to
produce evidence of clearance by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission,
Kenya Revenue Authority, Credit Reference Bureau and provide a Certificate of
Good Conduct.
All applications should include the job reference number, a reliable email address, day-time telephone contact and must be accompanied with a detailed curriculum vitae and copies of relevant certificates.
Send your application to:-
The Secretary/Chief Executive Officer
Council of Legal Education
P. O. Box 829 – 00502
Karen, Nairobi
or CLICK HERE to apply online
So as to reach him not later than 10th July, 2015
Please note that:- Due
to the high number of applications anticipated, it will not be possible for
Council of Legal Education to respond to each application and only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
CLE is an equal opportunity employer.
Women and persons with disabilities
are encouraged to apply and clearly state that they are women or / and have
disabilities.
Prof. W. Kulundu-Bitonye, EBS
Secretary/Chief Executive Officer
Council of Legal Education