Office Assistant - Kilifi (Maternity Cover) at GiveDirectly
GiveDirectly
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Overview: An Office Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to ensure the efficient operation of the office. This role involves a variety of tasks, including managing correspondence, maintaining files, scheduling appointments, and supporting staff with general office duties. Key Responsibilities Office & Administration Support Ensure the office is clean, well-organized, and fully functional In charge of office security, custodian of office keys Provide support in organizing company events and activities Provide Quality Customer Service to staff and walk-in guests Support with the coordination of travel logistics for staff and other guests as instructed by the OPM e.g. booking of flights, taxis, and hotels for staff accommodation, Managing Courier Services - sending and receiving mail and parcels Regular monitoring of relevant supplies to ensure no stockout. Perform other administrative duties as assigned by management Ensures that all incidents are reported Petty Cash Management Daily update of the petty cash tracker, receipts filed, both in soft and hard copies Ensuring that office expenses are within budget Ensure all spending is within the organization's policies Ensuring there is no discrepancy between the cash at hand and the records Weekly submission of spent petty cash Timely request for petty cash replenishment Procurement Support local procurement in coordination with the OPM Support with the sourcing of potential service providers as needed Support the timely submission of vendor invoices and vendor payments as needed Inventory management Ensure asset trackers are up to date, and all assets are tagged and accounted for Conduct monthly assets verification through physical stock count Timely reporting of loss or damage of any of Give Directly's property Support the issuance, replacement, and clearance of field/office equipment to staff Desired Qualifications Minimum of a Diploma in Business Management, or a related field. Minimum 1 year of experience in office management in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving and organizational skills. Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite. Deep familiarity with Mombasa and Kilifi County and fluent in the local languages High integrity, empathy, and alignment with GiveDirectly's values. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrate high standards of integrity, including a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, a strong follow-through mindset, and a team-player mentality. Fluency in Giriama is required.
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