Administrative Secretary job at University of Eastern Africa, Baraton
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Administrative Secretary
2026-05-19T10:45:41+00:00
University of Eastern Africa, Baraton
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FULL_TIME
Eldoret
kenya
00100
Kenya
Education, and Training
Admin & Office, Education
KES
MONTH
2026-06-08T17:00:00+00:00
8

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform administrative and other official duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  • Perform typing, data entry, information processing, and preparation of office documents for decision-making and efficient office operations.
  • Maintain office records, sensitive information, and ensure their safe custody and accessibility when required.
  • Respond to emails, queries, and communicate administrative matters on behalf of the supervisor to employees, students, and other stakeholders.
  • Assist the supervisor in the implementation and coordination of administrative functions, office operations, and service delivery.
  • Attend to and provide professional services to students, employees, and other stakeholders within the office.
  • Prepare reports, committee minutes, and other official documents in accordance with professional standards.
  • Maintain the supervisor’s itinerary, schedule appointments, and provide timely reminders on upcoming events and activities.
  • Coordinate office services, activities, and operational processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements for Appointment and Promotion

  • Must have Bachelor’s Degree in Office Administration or Office Management /English/Communication or its equivalent with at least Second Class Upper Division or its equivalent from a recognized university.
  • Must have at least 3 years of relevant experience in administrative and secretarial duties, including office management, records management, preparation of reports and correspondence, and scheduling.
  • Must have KCSE with at least C+ or its equivalent qualification;
  • Relevant recognized professional qualification (CPS (K) Final) or certificate(s) in secretarial is added advantage;
  • Computer typing speed of at least 50 words per minute;
  • Ability to write using Short Hand;
  • Must be proficient in the use of computers especially Microsoft Word, Latex, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook, E-Learning and Internet.
  • Perform administrative and other official duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  • Perform typing, data entry, information processing, and preparation of office documents for decision-making and efficient office operations.
  • Maintain office records, sensitive information, and ensure their safe custody and accessibility when required.
  • Respond to emails, queries, and communicate administrative matters on behalf of the supervisor to employees, students, and other stakeholders.
  • Assist the supervisor in the implementation and coordination of administrative functions, office operations, and service delivery.
  • Attend to and provide professional services to students, employees, and other stakeholders within the office.
  • Prepare reports, committee minutes, and other official documents in accordance with professional standards.
  • Maintain the supervisor’s itinerary, schedule appointments, and provide timely reminders on upcoming events and activities.
  • Coordinate office services, activities, and operational processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  • Computer typing speed of at least 50 words per minute
  • Ability to write using Short Hand
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Latex, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook, E-Learning and Internet
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Office Administration or Office Management /English/Communication or its equivalent with at least Second Class Upper Division or its equivalent from a recognized university.
  • KCSE with at least C+ or its equivalent qualification.
  • Relevant recognized professional qualification (CPS (K) Final) or certificate(s) in secretarial is added advantage.
bachelor degree
36
JOB-6a0c3f5541000

Vacancy title:
Administrative Secretary

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Admin & Office, Education]

Jobs at:
University of Eastern Africa, Baraton

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, June 8 2026

Duty Station:
Eldoret | kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, May 19 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform administrative and other official duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  • Perform typing, data entry, information processing, and preparation of office documents for decision-making and efficient office operations.
  • Maintain office records, sensitive information, and ensure their safe custody and accessibility when required.
  • Respond to emails, queries, and communicate administrative matters on behalf of the supervisor to employees, students, and other stakeholders.
  • Assist the supervisor in the implementation and coordination of administrative functions, office operations, and service delivery.
  • Attend to and provide professional services to students, employees, and other stakeholders within the office.
  • Prepare reports, committee minutes, and other official documents in accordance with professional standards.
  • Maintain the supervisor’s itinerary, schedule appointments, and provide timely reminders on upcoming events and activities.
  • Coordinate office services, activities, and operational processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements for Appointment and Promotion

  • Must have Bachelor’s Degree in Office Administration or Office Management /English/Communication or its equivalent with at least Second Class Upper Division or its equivalent from a recognized university.
  • Must have at least 3 years of relevant experience in administrative and secretarial duties, including office management, records management, preparation of reports and correspondence, and scheduling.
  • Must have KCSE with at least C+ or its equivalent qualification;
  • Relevant recognized professional qualification (CPS (K) Final) or certificate(s) in secretarial is added advantage;
  • Computer typing speed of at least 50 words per minute;
  • Ability to write using Short Hand;
  • Must be proficient in the use of computers especially Microsoft Word, Latex, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook, E-Learning and Internet.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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Application Instructions: Please submit your application as one merged PDF document including:

  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae indicating telephone number, address, and salary expectation
  • Academic certificates
  • Academic transcripts
  • Testimonials
  • Copy of the National ID
  • Letters of recommendation from three professional referees, including a letter from the church pastor and their contact information

Applications should be addressed to:

The Director of Human Resource Administration
University of Eastern Africa, Baraton (UEAB)
P.O. Box 2500 – 30100
Eldoret, Kenya

All applications should reach the office on or before Monday, June 08 2026 at 5:00pm.

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Job Info
Job Category: Administrative jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Monday, June 8 2026
Duty Station: Eldoret | kenya
Posted: 19-05-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 19-05-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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