RTI Tusome / Tayari Projects Administrative Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Administrative OfficerRTI is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. Universities in North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as a centerpiece of the Research Triangle Park.
RTI anticipates staffing the following expertise in long term job positions for donor funded Tusome Early Grade Reading and Tayari Early Childhood Development and Education Project. Tusome is focused on curriculum support, teacher training and teaching material development to improve the quality of early grade instruction in formal and non-formal schools through a reading intervention. Tayari is focused on pre-literacy and pre-numeracy skills development for school readiness. 
Job Summary: is responsible for providing support in overseeing the smooth operation of project efforts and field activities, general administrative and logistical support for implementation of project activities within Tusome Early Grade Reading and Tayari Early Childhood Development and Education Project. S/he works with the Senior Administrative Coordinator and is responsible for the day-to-day coordination of project-specific administrative support activities. S/he coordinates with and assists other admin staff as needed as a member of the projects. Required Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or office administration or similar. She/he needs to have five (5) years’ experience in office operations and procurement and in providing administrative support preferably within an International Organization. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook She /he needs to be a detailed oriented with excellent interpersonal skills person and demonstrated ability to work in a team and to learn complex procedures.The potential candidate needs to have the ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and to take initiative. Willingness to travel extensively within Kenya as needed. Experience working with major donors such as USAID and DFID is a plus. Candidates from the local county locations preferred.How to Apply

To apply, please email cover letter and CV to hrapplications@nb.rti.org by 16th January 2015 at 2.00pm. 

Applicants must include the, POSITION and REGION in the subject line of the email. Please do not attach copies of certificates. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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