Administration Officer
(Ref.2017/047) )
Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the
poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our
mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners,
people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our
commitment to serving those in need.
CRS is implementing a 5 year orphans
and vulnerable children (OVC) program, MWENDO, which seeks to empower local and
county-level OVC stakeholders to strengthen the formal and informal HIV and
child protection systems and services and the linkages between them, including
cross-sectoral service referrals and coordination to ensure quality service
delivery for OVC and their House Holds.
You will coordinate the provision of
responsive, effective, and efficient administrative services in support of the
Catholic Relief Services’ (CRS) mission to serve the poor and vulnerable. You
will help ensure stewardship of resources and a high-quality service approach
are integrated into administrative systems, policies, and procedures.
Roles
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Coordinate and report on activities
and required resources to ensure cost efficient and quality service delivery
from administrative support functions.
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Help ensure administrative systems,
processes, and policies are in line with agency standards and donor and local
law regulations.
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Serve as liaison for Human resources support
for the project office.
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Engage with relevant external
stakeholders (government officials, landlords, service providers, etc.) on
assigned administrative matters and help ensure required authorizations and
documents are up-to-date.
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Coordinate the efficient use of CP
assets and rented facilities. Help ensure fully compliant procurement of office
materials and asset management systems.
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Help identify safety issues and
ensuring a safe and sound work environment.
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Coordinate the provision of travel
and logistics support and services to staff and visitors. Coordinate event
planning activities, including delegation visits, trainings and workshops.
Requirements
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Degree in Business Administration or
relevant field required. Certification in Project Management and HR will be an
added advantage.
·
Minimum of 3 years work experience in
administrative support functions, with increasing responsibility. Experience
with a local or international NGO a plus.
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Knowledge of the USAID procurement,
taxation of U.S. Government Foreign Assistance and travel related policies and
procedures within Kenya.
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Experience in HR administration and
processes
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Additional education may substitute
for some experience.
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Experience and proficient skills in
MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and information management
systems.
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Supervisory experience preferred.
How to Apply
Written applications indicating the
reference number of position applied for and CV including day-time contact
phone numbers, as well as names and contact information of three references
should reach the below-mentioned by Close of Business Thursday, July 27, 2017.
Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
E-mail : Crskenya-hr@crs.org
Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
E-mail : Crskenya-hr@crs.org