The African Research and Resource
Forum (ARRF) is a research, data resource, reflection and policy debate
institution devoted to the resolution of the governance and development issues
confronting policy-makers and societies in the East African Community (EAC) and
the Great Lakes Region.
It links scholars, researchers, opinion leaders and public service
functionaries to interact and share ideas. The Forum also facilitates the
evolution of a regional community of scholars, researchers and institutions
with a shared interest in resolving inter-African development problems.
ARRF wishes to fill the following position at the secretariat in Nairobi.
Administrative Secretary
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Finance and Administration Officer, the responsibilities of
the Administrative Secretary include general administrative support to the
management and research staff, events & assets management, correspondence
& cash handling as well as document development.
The position holder will also perform liaison functions on behalf of ARRF with
partners, suppliers and service providers. This function includes the
coordination of procurement activities in line with ARRF procedures.
The management may assign other responsibilities to the job holder for the
smooth running of day-to-day operations at the organization.
Requirements for the position:
A Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related management course,
with at least three (3) years experience in a busy organization, preferably a
research institution.
Those with Diplomas in Administration and at least five (5) years relevant
experience will also be considered.
In addition, working knowledge of Office management computer packages will be
required. Knowledge of the Quick Books accounting package will be an added
advantage.
Candidates will have to demonstrate their abilities to communicate effectively,
orally and in writing as well as good interpersonal skills.
To apply for this position, please send an application letter, together with an
updated CV, salary history and at least three referees, by post or e-mail, to
reach us by 2nd September 2011 to:
The Chief Executive Officer
African Research and Resource Forum (ARRF)
P. O. Box 57103-00200 Nairobi, Kenya
Email: admin@arrforum.org
7:42 PM
maboko
Administrative Assistant, secretary
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