The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established in Kenya in 1979 through the Science and Technology (Repealed) Act, Cap 250 of the Laws of Kenya and as currently established and dully accredited to continue to operate as such under the Science Technology and Innovation Act, 2013 as the national body responsible for carrying out research in human health in Kenya. KEMRI’s vision is “to be a leading centre of excellence in human health research” and its mission is “to improve human health and quality of life through research, capacity building and service delivery”.
KEMRI seeks to recruit
dynamic, innovative and experienced persons to fill the following positions:-
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT,
JOB GROUP KMR 8 – – (2 POSITIONS) –
FINANCE, CGMR(C) – KILIFI
This is the entry and
training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under
guidance and supervision of a Senior Administrative Assistant.
Responsibilities
- General Office Administration
- Response to minor emergencies such as water
- Supervise Office
- Management of venues for office meetings
Qualifications
For appointment to this
grade, a candidate must have:-
- Diploma in Business Administration, Management,
Fleet Management, Public Administration, Political Science, Sociology, or
any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized
- Proficiency in computer applications; and
- Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the
Constitution
Key Skills and
Competencies
- Planning skills
- Communication and reporting skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Team player
Terms of
Employment: Employment is for one (1) year contract, as per KEMRI Human
Resource Policy and Procedures Manual with a probation period for the first
three (3) months.
The following will be
required during the interviews:- Certificate of good conduct, Higher Education
Loans Board compliance certificate, KRA Tax compliance certificate, Credit
Reference Bureau clearance certificate, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
clearance.
Kindly attach your cv,
cover letter, copies of certified academic and professional certificates,
testimonials and other relevant documents.
How to Apply
All the applications to
be done through KEMRI
Website www.kemri.org/careers –
E-Recruitment Portal on or before 23rd December 2021 latest
5.00 p.m.
Please visit the KEMRI
web site www.kemri.org for
more details on the advertisement.
KEMRI is an equal
opportunity employer committed to diversity. Persons with disability, women,
youth and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. KEMRI does not
charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process including application,
interview and processing of offer letter. If asked for a fee, report such
request immediately.
Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
