African Heritage Design Administrative Secretaries and Office Assistant Jobs in Kenya

Administrative Secretary

Administrative Secretary I - This is the entry level position title within this series. Employees at this level are expected to perform a variety of receptionist related duties, to perform other secretarial and clerical work, and to train for the next higher level.
 Administrative Secretary II - This is the second level position title within this series. Employees at this second level are expected to be able to respond to more complicated inquiries and to perform higher level clerical duties.
 
Administrative Secretary I Duties:Receives incoming telephone calls, provides answers to routine inquiries and/or refers them to other personnel.Screens and greets visitors and ushers them into an administrative officeOpens, sorts, and delivers mail within an administrative office.Types a variety of routine documents from handwritten drafts using WordPerfect 8.0 or higher.Proofreads typed materials for accuracy and correct punctuation, spelling, grammar, and legal citation (if necessary).Maintains conference room calendar, arranges meetings and conferences as requested.Maintains records and files.Maintains the copy room and equipment, and orders supplies.Assists in preparing large mailings as necessary.Provides clerical and procedural support as needed.Performs related duties as required.Administrative Secretary II Additional Duties:Responds to more complicated inquiries or requests for information or determines which requests should be handled by another staff person.Types more complicated documents or reports using word processing software. May prepare spreadsheets.Composes correspondence for supervisor's review and signature.Acts as liaison with other offices, departments and outside agencies.May be called on to provide secretarial assistance to other Department Heads.Performs special projects.Performs all of the duties of the lower level position title within this series as required.Administrative Secretary I Requirements:A High School diploma or the equivalent and four years of secretarial or administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge of clerical and office procedures.Good knowledge of English, grammar, spelling and punctuation.Ability to type accurately and proficiently.Ability to operate standard office equipment, including photocopier machines, calculators, adding machines, and personal computers and terminals.Ability to set up and maintain filing systems.Ability to work independently and follow oral and written instructions.Proficiency in use of WordPerfect for Windows 8.0 or higher.Administrative Secretary II Additional Requirements:A minimum of two years of experience as an Administrative Secretary I.Considerable knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.Working knowledge of administrative policies and procedures.Demonstrated ability to create reports and spreadsheets.Demonstrated ability to respond to a wide range of inquiries in a tactful and courteous manner.Demonstrated ability to perform duties with minimal supervision and to exercise greater judgment.Dispatch and delivery of mails.Maintenance of cleanliness in the office.Receiving and Sorting of mails.Attending to customers queries.Maintaining proper filing system in the office.Attending to all visitors with humility and directing them appropriately.Customer care servicesKCSE mean grade of C plain or its equivalent Certificate in Business Administration or Management.Competent knowledge of office secretarial work.Excellent communication and social skills Basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Email application.
All applicants should send their resumes and cover letters quoting the exact job position to hr@africanheritage.co.ke

Wamy Academy Teachers, Secretaries, School Administrator, Lab Technicians and Catering Service Provider Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Wamy Academy is a new school in Nairobi and a sister school to Wamy High School.
The academy will commence its operations in January 2014 and is in the process of recruiting teachers for its nursery, primary and girls secondary sections. The academy will be integrated offering the 8-4-4 curriculum.Secondary Section:

Degree/Diploma in Education4-5 years experience in teaching at least 2 subjects at secondary levelHonest and upright characterGuidance and Counseling experience is an added advantageTSC registeredDiploma in ECED or PI4-5 years experience in teaching at primary levelHonest and upright characterTSC registeredCertificate /Diploma in ECED4-5 years experience in teaching at nursery school level.Honest and upright characterOther qualified and experienced (4-5 years) staff being recruited include:-
Send application letter, testimonials and CV with at least 3 references to:
The Director
WAMY Academy
P.O.Box 70541-00400, All applications should be received not later than 10th December 2013 and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Ladies are particularly encouraged to apply.