The African Population and Health
Research Center (APHRC) is an African-led and Africa-based international
research institute committed to conducting high quality and policy-relevant
multidisciplinary research.
Our goal is to generate evidence for
meaningful action, engage with policy makers in the region to disseminate our
research findings, influence policy decisions and improve the quality of life
in Africa.
Our researchers address important
development issues and challenges facing sub-Saharan Africa in areas such as
education, population, health, aging, urbanization and wellbeing.
The Center seeks to recruit a Receptionist to provide receptionist and
administrative services to the office.
Responsibilities
·
Manage the reception desk and
interface with visitors to the Center;
·
Ensure the reception area is kept
clean and attractive, furniture properly arranged and magazines, brochures,
daily newspapers and other literature are up to date;
·
Carry out basic accounting duties
including maintenance of office petty cash;
·
Execute secretarial tasks- booking
meeting rooms, taking minutes during staff meetings and handling necessary
logistical requirements;
·
Manage the switchboard, ensure smooth
communication flow between the Center and external parties;
·
Process Local Purchase Orders,
purchase requisitions, receive invoices and forwarding for payment;
·
Receive stationery items;
·
Process business cards for staff;
·
Requisition and distribute airtime to
eligible staff; and
·
Reconcile monthly statements for
APHRC’s flight bookings.
Requirements
·
Diploma in Administration or related
field;
·
Excellent skills in MS Office Suite;
·
At least 3 years of similar
experience in a busy office, preferably in INGO;
·
Strong interpersonal, organizational
and communications skills;
·
Ability to assess priorities and
manage competing demands with minimum supervision;
·
Reliable and attentive to detail;
·
Experience in handling finances is
desirable.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged
to apply through our recruitment portal https://aphrc.org/vacancies/ by March
20, 2020.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
Cover letters should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Officer
African Population and Health Research Center, Inc
APHRC Campus, Manga Close, off Kirawa Road, Kitisuru
P. O. Box 10787-GPO, Nairobi
African Population and Health Research Center, Inc
APHRC Campus, Manga Close, off Kirawa Road, Kitisuru
P. O. Box 10787-GPO, Nairobi
Website: www.aphrc.org
APHRC is an equal opportunity
employer and is committed to the protection of children