Administration Officer II Job at The Social Health Authority (SHA)

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Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree
Job Term:
Permanent and Pensionable
Position Level:
SHA 8
Number of positions:
1

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:
For appointment to the grade of Administration Officer II (SHA Grade 8), a candidate must meet the following minimum requirements, which are stipulated for the entry grade for degree holders in this cadre:
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Public/Business Administration, Office Management, and Social Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
2. Proficiency in computer application skills.

Responsibilities:
The Administration Officer II is the entry and training grade for this cadre. The officer works under the guidance of a senior officer and is primarily responsible for executing essential administrative support services, managing facility maintenance, controlling the Authority's assets, and handling basic logistics to ensure a functional and orderly work environment. This grade forms a common establishment with the Administration Officer I (SHA Grade 7) for career progression purposes.

Key Responsibilities
As an entry and training for this cadre an officer will work under the guidance and training of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail the following:
1. Overseeing daily and weekly cleaning services at the Authority.
2. Ensuring that office furniture and equipment are well arranged and maintained.
3. Ensuring maintenance of office equipment and machines.
4. Processing and follow-up of payments of all bills for common services.
5. Maintaining records of the Authority’s assets.
6. Monitoring the location and movement of equipment.
7. Preparing reports on motor vehicles as required.

Additional Attributes

Company Name The Social Health Authority (SHA)
Application Deadline 2025-11-18

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted via either application portal https://recruitment.sha.go.ke/ or physically delivered to SHA building 10th floor by clearly marking the position applied for on the envelope.

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3. Click on vacancies tab
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Physical applications should be addressed to:
The Chairperson
Social Health Authority
P. O Box 30443-00100
Ragati Road
NAIROBI

Interested candidates should submit their applications, including:
1. A cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.
2. A detailed curriculum vitae.
3. Copies of academic and professional certificates.
4. Contacts of at least three professional referees.

Applicants must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by submitting valid and current copies of the following:
1. Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
2. Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority.
3. Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
4. Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
5. Report from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

SHA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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