Executive Assistant Job in Kenya

Our client, a well-established international development agency based in Nairobi, is seeking to recruit an Executive Assistant for the Deputy Country Director. Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Country Director, the Executive Assistant will ensure effective and efficient functioning of the Deputy Country Director’s office, full confidentiality in all aspects of assignment, maintenance of protocol procedures, management of information flow and follow-up on deadlines and commitments made.
The Executive Assistant will work in close collaboration with Front Office, Programme, Business Development and Operations teams, Agencies and national authorities to ensure efficient flow of information, actions on instructions, agendas.Secondary education with specialised secretarial training or office management.5 years of progressively responsible secretarial, administrative, programme experience is required at national or international level.Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), experience in handling of web based management systems.
Interested and qualified applicants should apply by sending copies of their CV and proof of identity to info@peoplefirst.co.ke.
Our client is an equal opportunity employer who strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns.