Administrative Assistant Jobs at University of Eldoret

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Eldoret

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT -JOB GRADE AD 9-REF:
UOE/ADM/C/29/06/2025 (2 POSITIONS)

Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Students’ Affairs) for;
This is the entry grade for this cadre of staff. Duties and responsibilities at this level
entails: doing general administrative duties at Schools, Academic and Administrative
Division of the University where an employee will be exposed to broad administrative
duties. General staff matters, coordination of University examinations. In addition,
administration of student’s records, supervision of staff, assisting the Dean in day to
day running of student’s affairs, examination matters, secretariat to various
committees, fees collection, admission of students, preparation of senate documents,
participation in various functions of the university; graduation, shows, exhibitions and
any other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor from time to time.

Requirements/Qualifications
(i) At least three (3) years’ work experience;
(ii) Bachelor Degree in social sciences, education, management or its equivalent
from a recognized institution;
(iii) Proficiency in computer applications;
(iv) Continuous Management training of a cumulative period lasting not less
than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution Evidence of continuous
professional development; and Certified Secretary Part II or its equivalent;
and
(v) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
through appraisal process.

Additional Attributes

Company Name University of Eldoret
Application Deadline 2025-09-05

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send the electronic scanned copy of their application documents in PDF format (as one running document) to the following email addresses:

Applications should be addressed to the Vice-Chancellor; email vc.applications@uoeld.ac.ke

Applicants are advised to indicate the position applied for and the advertisement number on the cover letter subject;

Application documents should include: - detailed Curriculum Vitae, Certified copies of relevant Academic certificates, Professional certificates, Testimonials, National Identity Card or Passport, three (3) reference letters and other relevant supporting documents.
Current, valid documents for Chapter Six (6) of the constitution of Kenya (2010), except for EACC shall be required by the University for ONLY shortlisted candidates.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
All the positions are permanent and pensionable positions except the position of Farm Manager. Remuneration will be as per the current University policies and regulations.
Applications must be received on or before midnight of 5th September 2025
No applications submitted after the closing date and time will be considered.

Please Note:
- Any form of direct or indirect canvassing will lead to the automatic disqualification of the applicant.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

University of Eldoret is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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