Receptionist Assistant III (8 Posts)

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development is recruiting eight (8) qualified individuals for the position of Reception Assistant III (Vacancy No. 6/26, CSG 16/ JG 'G'). This is designated as the entry and training grade for this cadre, and the successful candidates will be employed on a fixed-term contract basis.

Compensation and Terms of Service

• Salary Scale (p.m.): Ksh. 27,200 x 1,040-28,240 x 1,070 - 29,310 x 1,090 - 30,400 x 1,110 -31,510 x 1,120 -32,630 x 1,150-33,780 x 1,170 - 34,950
• House Allowance: Kshs. 6,750 p.m.
• Commuter Allowance: Kshs. 3,000 p.m.
• Leave Allowance: Kshs. 6,500 (Once yearly)
• Leave Entitlement: 30 working days
• Medical Cover: As provided by the government
• Terms of Service: One (1) year contract

Duties and Responsibilities

This will be the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• Recording and confirming appointments.
• Recording visitors' personal details.
• Sorting government officials and invited guests.
• Preparing name tags.
• Keeping custody of visitor's identification documents.
• Receiving, directing and guiding visitors to designated areas and offices.
• Issuing visitors passes and badges.
• Tracking visitors' movements.
• Making seating arrangements, and tagging VIP seats during official and state functions.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointments to this grade a candidate must have:

1. Certificate in any of the following fields: Public Relations and Customer care, Public, Hospitality Management, Event Designing, Customer Service, Front relations Office or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
2. Certificate in computer proficiency.