JOB TITLE

 

SECRETARY

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

QUANTITY SURVEYING

SALARY

KSHS. 30,000 -40,000

JOB LOCATION

WESTLANDS

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Communication Management:

  • Serve as the first point of contact for incoming communication, including phone calls, emails, and walk-ins.
  • Manage correspondence by drafting, reviewing, and responding to emails and letters in a professional manner.
  • Maintain strong communication lines with clients, stakeholders, and staff to ensure clear, accurate, and timely information exchange.

Document Preparation and Management:

  • Prepare high-quality documents, including reports, proposals, tender submissions, invoices, and contracts, with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ensure proper formatting, editing, and proofreading of all documentation to maintain professionalism.
  • Create and manage electronic and physical filing systems, ensuring all company records are organized, updated, and secure.

Meeting and Schedule Coordination:

  • Plan and organize meetings, preparing agendas and ensuring necessary documents and resources are available.
  • Take and circulate detailed meeting minutes promptly.
  • Coordinate the schedules of senior staff to avoid conflicts and optimize productivity.
  • Arrange travel, accommodations, and itineraries for staff as needed.

Office Management:

  • Monitor office supplies and stock levels, placing orders for new inventory in a timely and cost-effective manner.
  • Organize and maintain office spaces to ensure a professional environment.
  • Liaise with vendors, service providers, and office staff to address operational needs.

 

 

Tender Support and Documentation:

  • Assist in the preparation and submission of tender documentation within deadlines.
  • Ensure all tender-related requirements, including compliance documents, are met.

Confidential Information Handling:

  • Manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion, maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Safeguard client and company data by adhering to data protection standards.

General Administrative Support:

  • Provide day-to-day administrative support to the management team.
  • Develop and maintain templates, checklists, and standardized processes to enhance efficiency.
  • Ensure the office runs smoothly by identifying areas for operational improvements.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

  • Certificate or Diploma in a Secretarial Course.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a fast-paced office environment.
  • Proven typing speed of at least 30 words per minute (wpm).
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Attention to detail and ability to work under minimal supervision.

 

HOW TO APPLY

  • If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience press the Apply button.
  • Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  • Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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