The National Biosafety Authority is a state corporation established by the Biosafety Act No 2 of 2009 to exercise general supervision and control over the transfer, handling and use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
In order to fulfill its mandate, the authority is seeking for qualified and competent individuals for vacant positions within its establishment.
The NBA is equal opportunity employer and a competitive remuneration package will be offered to successful applicants.
Applications for the following are therefore invited from qualified Kenyan citizens for the following vacancy:
Administrative Officer - 1 Position
Key roles and responsibilities
An Officer at this level will perform the following roles and responsibilities:
- Management of assets and inventory within the authority
- Handle transport and security matters and general maintenance of premises
- Provide supervision of the support staff
- Deal with maintenance of vehicles and other related matters.
- Preparation for annual reports for release to the public
- Determination of aggregate expenditures.
For appointment at this grade a candidate must be in possession of:-
- Bachelor Degree in social sciences, Business administration, commerce or its equivalent from recognized institution
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- A minimum one year experience in administrative assignments.
- Be of high integrity
- Demonstrate ability to manage staff and provide good leadership.
- Application along with cover letter, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, an up to date CV, names and contacts of three referees and a daytime telephone contact to be addressed to:
National Biosafety Authority
P.O. Box 28251-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
So as to be received not later than 26th August, 2011
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Only Successful candidates will be contacted.
