Project Assistant at Kenya Forest Service (KFS)

Entry Requirements :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry, Business Administration, Project Management, Natural Resources, Environment, Tourism Management or any other equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Served in a related position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Certificate in computer applications skills from a recognized institution.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance.

Duties and responsibilities include;

• The Project Assistant will support the project management Unit in the execution and coordination of project activities, ensuring the project runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Provide administrative, logistical, and coordination support to the project team to facilitate the timely and effective completion of project tasks and milestones.
• Assist in scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking meeting minutes.
• Maintain and updating project documentation and records and ensuring its security
• Manage correspondence and communication with stakeholders.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for project team members.
• Organize project events, workshops, and training sessions.
• Monitor project timelines and deliverables.
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of project reports.
• Liaise with team members to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Coordinated and well-organized project events, travel arrangements and preparing travel itineraries
• Regular updates on project timelines and deliverables.
• Attending to visitors/clients and handling customer inquiries and complaints;
• Managing Office petty cash
• Provide regular updates and progress to the Project Manager
• Promote public values and principles

Personal attributes/skills

• Analytical skills
• Presentation skills.
• Communication skills.
• Writing skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Team player