Administrative Assistant at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Assisting in ensuring effective functioning of the hardware, software packages;
• Assisting in supporting users in backing up and restoring their files, as well as in virus detection, removal and prevention, and making sure that they are operating at optimum level;
• Assisting in distribution of software updates, scripting, testing and support adequately and properly;
• Assisting in operation, technical support and monitoring of personal computers;
• Assisting in troubleshooting of personal computers, in collaboration with other Information Communication Technology staff;
• Assisting in maintenance of documentation of all personal computers
• Assisting in maintaining printers, photocopiers, scanners and other peripherals to ensure availability of service;
• Assisting periodic cleaning of Information Communication Technology equipment; and
• Assisting in relocation and movement of Information Communication Technology’s to minimize damage.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:-

• Diploma in Information Communication Technology, Information Technology,
• Business management and Information Technology or any other related diploma from a recognized institution; and
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Team player

Terms of Employment:

• Employment is for six (6) months short contract as per KEMRI Human Resource Policy and Procedures Manual with a probation period for the first three (3) months.