Location: Nairobi.

Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is seeking the services of an Assistant Staff (General Affairs).

Duties and key responsibilities:

• Undertake and support General Affairs (Administration) section activities.
• Perform administrative assignments related to the dispatch of JICA Personnel to Kenya, including logistical arrangements, acquisition of work permits, IDs, and PIN etc., process applications for allowances, benefits, and other welfare programs.
• Logistical     arrangements  for    missions     dispatched to Kenya, including VISA applications, accommodation bookings, vehicle hire etc.
• Public relations matters, including media relations (newspaper, magazine, TV, and radio), social media, public relations materials production and event planning.
• Office and property management.
• Corporate document management.
• Any   other   matters   as    assigned   by the    JICA Chief Representative/Senior Representative/Senior Executive  Advisor.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Interest, understanding and sympathy for JICA projects and activities.
• At least Five (5) years working experience in performing administrative and/or public relations duties.
• Public relations skills, including social media skills, writing ability, design, photography, and communication and networking skills with media personnel.
• Fluent in both English and Kiswahili (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Computer literate especially in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc).
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Affinity for teamwork.
• Available to work from 1^st April 2023.
• Study abroad or training experience in Japan, including under the ABE Initiative is an added advantage.