Administration Assistant
2025-07-09T12:41:11+00:00
Heifer International
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Nonprofit, and NGO
Admin & Office
2025-07-16T17:00:00+00:00
Kenya
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Administration Assistant at Heifer International
Description
Heifer International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with some form of disability.
The Organization
Since 1944, Heifer International has supported more than 36 million Small Holder Farmer (SHF) families globally lift themselves out of hunger and poverty while caring for the earth in partnership with the communities we serve including Youth & Women. Heifer International is now accelerating its strategic approaches to closing the Sustainable Living Income (SLI) gap for 10 million additional SHF households globally by 2030 using the Sustainable Locally Led Development (SLLD) approach.
In Kenya, we aim to reach 625,000 smallholder farmers, including women and youth against Heifer Africa's target of 6.745 million. Heifer does this through the Sustainable locally led development approach.
The Operations Department – Kenya
The Operations Department in Kenya plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of daily activities, managing resources, and supporting the organization's mission and programs. It acts as the business support arm, delivering critical services through two primary units: Procurement and Administration.
Function
The Administration Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of internal processes and providing essential support to program teams. Serving as the primary point of contact for all staff, this role offers general administrative support to the Kenyan country office and responds to employee inquiries with a focus on service excellence.
Key responsibilities include managing daily office tasks, maintaining filing systems, tracking office inventory, and preparing regular reports such as summaries of office expenses budget. The Administration Assistant is also expected to uphold organizational policies and procedures in all aspects of their work.
Reporting to the Operations Director, this role supports a wide range of operational and administrative activities, including travel coordination, event planning, procurement, insurance, office and facility management, and fleet operations. The position involves interaction with both internal and external stakeholders, making strong customer service skills critical for success.
Responsibilities & Deliverables
A. Office and Facility Management (25%)
- Serve as the first point of contact for internal and external parties.
- Order office supplies, manage inventory, and handle asset tagging, verification, and disposal.
- Maintain both physical and electronic filing systems.
- Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) and Occupational Health & Safety requirements.
B. Fleet and Asset Management (20%)
- Coordinate the use of internal pool car and driver scheduling.
- Oversee motor vehicle insurance, scheduled maintenance, and service records.
- Coordinate outsourced car rental services as required.
- Maintain fuel usage and vehicle documentation.
C. Travel and Logistics Coordination (20%)
- Manage employee travel arrangements, including flights and hotel bookings through approved vendors.
- Prepare travel itineraries and follow up on confirmations.
- Maintain travel records for reconciliation and reference.
D. Event and Meeting Coordination (15%)
- Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and conferences.
- Support logistics such as venue setup, catering, materials, and attendee coordination.
- Attend and coordinate committee meetings, documenting proceedings when needed.
E. Reporting and Documentation (15%)
- Prepare regular reports on administrative expenses and office budget utilization.
- Track expenditures for office supplies and fleet-related costs.
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness in reporting to the Operations Director.
F. Any Other Assigned Function (5%)
- May perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (Business, Administration, Logistics Management).
- 3–4 years experience in a similar position.
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant administration/logistics qualifications and certifications.
Key Behavioural Competencies
- Accountability
- Professional Excellence
- Humility
- Customer Orientation
- Empathy
- Innovation
Responsibilities & Deliverables A. Office and Facility Management (25%) Serve as the first point of contact for internal and external parties. Order office supplies, manage inventory, and handle asset tagging, verification, and disposal. Maintain both physical and electronic filing systems. Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) and Occupational Health & Safety requirements. B. Fleet and Asset Management (20%) Coordinate the use of internal pool car and driver scheduling. Oversee motor vehicle insurance, scheduled maintenance, and service records. Coordinate outsourced car rental services as required. Maintain fuel usage and vehicle documentation. C. Travel and Logistics Coordination (20%) Manage employee travel arrangements, including flights and hotel bookings through approved vendors. Prepare travel itineraries and follow up on confirmations. Maintain travel records for reconciliation and reference. D. Event and Meeting Coordination (15%) Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and conferences. Support logistics such as venue setup, catering, materials, and attendee coordination. Attend and coordinate committee meetings, documenting proceedings when needed. E. Reporting and Documentation (15%) Prepare regular reports on administrative expenses and office budget utilization. Track expenditures for office supplies and fleet-related costs. Ensure accuracy and timeliness in reporting to the Operations Director.
Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (Business, Administration, Logistics Management). 3–4 years experience in a similar position. Minimum Requirements Relevant administration/logistics qualifications and certifications. Key Behavioural Competencies Accountability Professional Excellence Humility Customer Orientation Empathy Innovation
JOB-686e636790443
Vacancy title:
Administration Assistant
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Admin & Office]
Jobs at:
Heifer International
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, July 16 2025
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi | Kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 9 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Administration Assistant at Heifer International
Description
Heifer International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with some form of disability.
The Organization
Since 1944, Heifer International has supported more than 36 million Small Holder Farmer (SHF) families globally lift themselves out of hunger and poverty while caring for the earth in partnership with the communities we serve including Youth & Women. Heifer International is now accelerating its strategic approaches to closing the Sustainable Living Income (SLI) gap for 10 million additional SHF households globally by 2030 using the Sustainable Locally Led Development (SLLD) approach.
In Kenya, we aim to reach 625,000 smallholder farmers, including women and youth against Heifer Africa's target of 6.745 million. Heifer does this through the Sustainable locally led development approach.
The Operations Department – Kenya
The Operations Department in Kenya plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of daily activities, managing resources, and supporting the organization's mission and programs. It acts as the business support arm, delivering critical services through two primary units: Procurement and Administration.
Function
The Administration Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of internal processes and providing essential support to program teams. Serving as the primary point of contact for all staff, this role offers general administrative support to the Kenyan country office and responds to employee inquiries with a focus on service excellence.
Key responsibilities include managing daily office tasks, maintaining filing systems, tracking office inventory, and preparing regular reports such as summaries of office expenses budget. The Administration Assistant is also expected to uphold organizational policies and procedures in all aspects of their work.
Reporting to the Operations Director, this role supports a wide range of operational and administrative activities, including travel coordination, event planning, procurement, insurance, office and facility management, and fleet operations. The position involves interaction with both internal and external stakeholders, making strong customer service skills critical for success.
Responsibilities & Deliverables
A. Office and Facility Management (25%)
- Serve as the first point of contact for internal and external parties.
- Order office supplies, manage inventory, and handle asset tagging, verification, and disposal.
- Maintain both physical and electronic filing systems.
- Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) and Occupational Health & Safety requirements.
B. Fleet and Asset Management (20%)
- Coordinate the use of internal pool car and driver scheduling.
- Oversee motor vehicle insurance, scheduled maintenance, and service records.
- Coordinate outsourced car rental services as required.
- Maintain fuel usage and vehicle documentation.
C. Travel and Logistics Coordination (20%)
- Manage employee travel arrangements, including flights and hotel bookings through approved vendors.
- Prepare travel itineraries and follow up on confirmations.
- Maintain travel records for reconciliation and reference.
D. Event and Meeting Coordination (15%)
- Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and conferences.
- Support logistics such as venue setup, catering, materials, and attendee coordination.
- Attend and coordinate committee meetings, documenting proceedings when needed.
E. Reporting and Documentation (15%)
- Prepare regular reports on administrative expenses and office budget utilization.
- Track expenditures for office supplies and fleet-related costs.
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness in reporting to the Operations Director.
F. Any Other Assigned Function (5%)
- May perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (Business, Administration, Logistics Management).
- 3–4 years experience in a similar position.
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant administration/logistics qualifications and certifications.
Key Behavioural Competencies
- Accountability
- Professional Excellence
- Humility
- Customer Orientation
- Empathy
- Innovation
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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