National Biosafety Authority Administrative Officer, Communication Officer and Communication Technology Clerk Jobs in Kenya

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 positions:

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 authorityHandle transport and security matters and general maintenance of premisesProvide supervision of the support staffDeal with maintenance of vehicles and other related matters.Preparation for annual reports for release to the publicDetermination of aggregate expenditures.Academic / Professional qualifications

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 institutionGood communication and interpersonal skillsA minimum one year experience in administrative assignments.Be of high integrityDemonstrate ability to manage staff and provide good leadership.Communication Officer

One Position

Duties and Responsibilities

An Officer at this level will be responsible for:-

Media Liaison, NBA Publications, Public Relations, Documentation, `Stakeholders’ engagement, Maintenance of documentation and resource centre Preparation of annual report, Outreach and Awareness campaigns and development of press release statements/presentations/speeches.Academic /Professional Qualifications

For appointment at this grade, a candidate must be in possession of:-

At least a diploma in mass communication/ JournalismA degree in Biological or Environmental sciencesAt least one year experienceDemonstrate understanding of Biosafety and Biotechnology and provide relevant samples of work Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsDemonstrate competence in Information andCommunication Technology Clerk

4 Positions

Key roles and responsibilities
Officers at this level will be deployed in the HRM unit, general registry, procurement, accounts office or general office services.Specific duties will include compiling statistical records, sorting, filing and dispatching letters; maintaining of efficient filing system on routine or special sources of information, preparing payment vouchers, compiling data and drafting simple letters.Academic / Professional Qualifications

For appointment at this grade, a candidate must be in possession of:-

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education ( KCSE) mean grade C- (minus) or its approved equivalent; andProficiency in Computer applications.Minimum experience of one year.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:

The Chairperson
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.

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