Administrative Assistant

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Industry: Education Management
Description: Mount Kenya University is a chartered university with full status, offering an education intended to be broad, holistic, and inclusive. Its overall aim is to support human resource development for the progressive good of society. The university applies international best practices in its core functi… Mount Kenya University is a chartered university with full status, offering an education intended to be broad, holistic, and inclusive. Its overall aim is to support human resource development for the progressive good of society. The university applies international best practices in its core functions, and its students and faculty have won awards, strengthening its position as a centre of excellence. Its main campus is in Thika town, on the outskirts of Nairobi, where it is helping transform a formerly industrial town into an educational hub. Through a structured network of campuses, it also widens access to higher education across the wider East African Community. It provides a wide range of academic and professional courses through flexible modes, including virtual learning, evening classes, weekend classes, and school-based study. The university library has won awards, and the imposing Chancellors Tower is located at Thika. View more View less

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Mombasa County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Administration

Job Description

Qualification

Must have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant area of specialization.
  • 2 years’ experience in Grade 7 at MKU or at a similar position in a recognized academic institution.

 OR

  • Higher National Diploma in relevant area of specialization
  • 3 years’ experience in Grade 7 at MKU or at a similar position in a recognized academic institution.

OR

  • Diploma in relevant area of specialization.
  • 5 years’ experience in Grade 7 within MKU or at a similar position in a recognized academic institution

Key responsibilities also include

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Support the implementation of administrative functions within the department to ensure smooth operations.
  • Record, prepare, and circulate accurate minutes for university committee meetings in a timely manner.
  • Maintain proper filing and documentation systems for committee records, correspondence, and departmental reports.
  • Assist in scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and following up on action points.
  • Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails and official letters.
  • Provide general administrative and clerical support to staff and management.
  • Coordinate departmental activities, workshops, and events, including logistics and communication.
  • Maintain and update departmental databases and records (manual and electronic).
  • Monitor office supplies and process requisitions when necessary.
  • Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information.
  • Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to support communication and coordination.
  • Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and other official documents.
  • Track assigned tasks and follow up to ensure timely completion.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor in line with departmental objectives.
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