Administration and Office SupportFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
About the Role
Taita Taveta University is seeking to recruit two (2) Senior Administrative Assistants I to provide high-level administrative support within its various departments. This role is crucial for maintaining efficient operations, managing resources, and implementing best practices in public administration and corporate communication. The successful candidates will be employed on Permanent and Pensionable Terms and will be expected to demonstrate a high standard of professional performance.
Responsibilities and Duties
Provide administrative leadership and support in departments such as human resource management, asset management, or records management.
Implement modern management best practices, specifically focusing on performance management and productivity measurement.
Manage and maintain accurate data and institutional records.
Coordinate activities related to public relations, corporate communication, and international relations.
Ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures to support the university's mission as an Academic Centre of Excellence.
Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the supervisor to facilitate departmental objectives.
Requirements and Qualifications
Academic Qualification: Must possess a Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resource Management, or any other relevant field.
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as Senior Administrative Assistant II or a comparable position in areas such as human resource management, asset management, data/records management, public relations, corporate communication, or international relations.
Technical Knowledge: Highly conversant with modern management best practices, performance management systems, and productivity measurement tools.
Work Track Record: A demonstrable track record of exemplary work performance.
Integrity: Must possess a valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
IT Proficiency: Must be computer literate.
Terms of Service
The positions are offered on Permanent and Pensionable Terms. Successful candidates will be entitled to applicable allowances as approved by the University Council.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a soft copy of their application to dvc-afp@ttu.ac.ke. Additionally, send one (1) hard copy of the application addressed to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Finance and Planning), accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae (with your telephone number and email address), copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, testimonials, and other relevant supporting documents.
Applicants should specify the position applied for and quote the reference number TTU/AD/APD/SAA/02/02/2026 on both the envelope and the application letter.
Recommendations from two (2) referees should be sent separately to the address below:
The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Finance & Planning)Taita Taveta UniversityP. O. Box 635 – (80300), VOIEmail: dvc-afp@ttu.ac.ke
The application must be received by Tuesday, 17th March, 2026 at 5:00 pm.
Hard Copy Application: Send one (1) hard copy addressed to:
The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Finance & Planning) Taita Taveta University P. O. Box 635 – (80300), VOI
Required Documents: Include a detailed curriculum vitae (with telephone number and email address), copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, testimonials, and other supporting documents.
Reference Number: Specify the position applied for and quote the reference number TTU/AD/APD/SAA/02/02/2026 on both the envelope and the application letter.
Referees: Recommendations from two (2) referees should be sent separately to the address above.
Deadline: All applications must be received by Tuesday, 17th March, 2026 at 5:00 pm.
