The Davis & Shirtliff Group is
the leading supplier of water and energy solutions in the region.
The Group is Kenyan based and operates through a network of Kenyan branches as well as regional subsidiaries in Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Rwanda, South Sudan and DRC.
The Group is Kenyan based and operates through a network of Kenyan branches as well as regional subsidiaries in Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Rwanda, South Sudan and DRC.
The company has a total complement of
over 700 highly trained and professional staff spread across the region and
seeks to fill the position of Executive Assistant (PA).
The successful candidate will report
to the Chief Operating Officer and will be charged with the following
responsibilities.
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Diary management, planning and
organizing for meetings.
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Being the first point of contact with
clients visiting the executive office.
·
Preliminary drafting of
correspondence on behalf of the COO.
·
Minutes, dictation taking and
preparing papers for meetings.
·
Consolidating and summarizing reports
from the business units.
·
Planning and organizing events under
the COO calendar.
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Conducting research and findings as
required.
·
Managing the filling system.
·
Managing ad hoc assignments.
Qualifications and Experience
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A bachelor’s degree in Business
Administration/Commerce, Accounts/Finance — Upper 2nd Class.
·
Minimum 3 years’ of Executive/
Personal Assistant experience.
·
Strong verbal and written
communication skills.
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Good analytical, report writing and
presentation skills.
·
Excellent knowledge of MS Office
suite.
·
Personable, articulate,
knowledgeable, and professional in presentation.
·
A self-starter, energetic and go-getter
who can work without close supervision.
·
Possess exceptional multi-tasking
abilities and be an independent thinker who is very detail oriented with
excellent organizational skills.
·
A flexible individual able to
maintain confidentiality and is supportive to staff.
·
Be a natural forward planner,
credible and comfortable dealing with company executives.
The successful candidates will join a
dedicated team of specialists in the water and energy sectors which have
significant potential for future growth.
The job will provide a challenging
and stimulating work environment with excellent growth opportunities for the
successful candidate.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates
may apply by submitting their applications through the company website: http://www.davisandshirtliff.com/vacancies before
close of business on 31st August 2018.
