Ujamaa Africa Administration Manager Jobs in Kenya

Ujamaa Africa Administration Manager Jobs in Kenya

Ujamaa-Africa is an NGO that promotes economic empowerment, personal security and health for vulnerable women through prevention strategies. We are continuously conducting ground breaking research and scale up our interventions and have thus far demonstrated a dramatic decrease in the prevalence of rape in the area we work in.

Position: Administration Manager

We are looking for an Administrator responsible for providing a wide range of organizational operational and administrative services and also offer HR support with an aim of meeting organization needs.

In this position, primary duty will be to supervise an administrative team and ensure daily office tasks are completed seamlessly and manage all data pertaining to our organization employees.

Location: Nairobi

Terms: Fixed term (1-year contract)

Overview of the Role;

Operation Management

Ensure the smooth and adequate flow of information within the company to facilitate other organization operations

Manage schedules and deadlines

Monitor inventory of office supplies and the purchasing of new material with attention to budgetary constraints.

Monitor costs and expenses to assist in budget preparation

Identifying opportunities to improve organization policies or objectives

Recruitment, Onboarding and Induction

Get directions from the Executive Director about new positions, contribute actively in planning the recruitment cycle till the end.

Oversee the process of compiling, organizing and updating staff records and documentation as per the organization standard checklist

Responsible for planning and ensuring systematic induction for all new employees of the designations.

HR Support Functions

Support the HR department by updating HR databases with different information such as new hires, terminations, sick leaves, warnings, and days off.

Generate offer letters; contract letters and issue to the selected candidates.

Maintain the personal files for staff and update them regularly. Track the attendance of all staff day wise in via ERP Software as per organization requirement and communication.

Track leave database, eligibility, availed and closing balances of leaves and provide this information on monthly basis to the Finance Manager for payroll input.

Follow up for the clearance certificate and ensure final settlement is done within standard agreed timeline.

Ensure that contract renewals are done in a timely manner.

Performance Management

Track Probation reviews with timelines and ensure outcomes are communicated formally through letters.

Communicate the process of annual appraisals, receive, verify the forms and share the consolidated outcome in specified formats to management.

Employee Engagement

Handle employee grievances formally and informally, forward them to concerned department and follow up for resolution.

Coordinate and manage a wide range of employee engagement activities on regular basis

Organize and facilitate the monthly – quarterly – half yearly – yearly staffing reviews

Ensure operations adhere to policies and regulations, employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

Qualifications;

Preferred Education Background:

A Degree in Business Administration, Management, or any related Social Sciences field

Knowledge of HR software (HRIS or HRMS platforms)

Preferred Work Experience:

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Admin, and HR support functions.

Experience in a related field, such as management preferred.

Familiarity with budget planning and enforcement, human resources, and customer service procedures.

A career in non-profit organization will be an asset

Preferred Skill Set:

Ability to effectively use computer software including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and HR software

Exceptional leadership and time, task, and resource management skills.

Ability to plan for and keep track of multiple projects and deadlines.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Act as a reliable and supportive team member

Excellent communications and interpersonal skills

Data-driven mindset

How to Apply

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through our recruitment email- recruitment@ujamaa-africa.org

Cover letters should be addressed to: - The Executive Director, Ujamaa Africa, and P.O Box 18265-00100 Nairobi.

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