Kenya Medical Research Institute is a government agency
established by an act of parliament and woks in collaboration with US Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine and
other partners in human health research. The Institute has an opportunity in
the following
LOCATION: Kisumu
field:
POSITION: Administrative Officer KMR 6 (1 position)
Reports to: Head of Accounts, CGHR
Reports to: Head of Accounts, CGHR
LOCATION: Kisumu
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business
Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution with specialization in Finance or Accounts. - Minimum 4 years’ experience in finance,
accounting and administration.
- Knowledge of administrative, budgetary,
financial and human resources policies and procedures.
- High level of proficiency in computer
applications;
- Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of
the Constitution.
Key Skills and Competencies
- Strong communication and reporting skills
- Good interpersonal, decision making and
analytical skills.
- Strong organizational, office and time
management skills
- Ability to multi-task and take initiatives
with minimal supervision.
- Ability to manage complex assignments, plan
and monitor budget expenditures
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Work with various sections on activities
related to COAg budgets for new funding, preparation and
submissions of budgets, progress reports and forecasting future resource needs. - Track COAg expenditure and prepare and submit
reports to management, partners and donors
- Manage COAg office and maintenance expenses,
track and highlight concerns
- Liaise with Human Resource on personnel costs.
- Any other related duties as may be assigned
from time to time by the immediate supervisor
How To Apply
Applications MUST include the
following:
- Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy
Number)
- Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae with
Telephone number and e-mail address
- Three letters of reference with contact
telephone numbers
- Copies of Certificates, or Transcripts
- Certificate of good conduct
- KRA Certificate of Tax compliance
- Clearance Certificate from HELB
- Credit Reference Bureau Certificate
Terms of Employment: Employment is on a
one year renewable contract with probation for the first 3 months. Compensation
is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on education levels, relevant
experience and demonstrated competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI
scales plus
supplemental amounts.
supplemental amounts.
Interested candidates who meet the
above criteria are encouraged to send in their applications through
email; cghr@kemri.org.
email; cghr@kemri.org.
Applications are due no later than: May 7, 2020
