Secretary (Protocol Matters) at European Union (EU)

We offer

We offer a post of Secretary . Under this post, the recruited person will be attributed functions depending on the needs of the Delegation. Upon recruitment, the successful candidate will occupy a specific job function as Secretary– this job function may be changed in accordance with the needs of the Delegation. Under this job function the successful candidate will serve as support staff to the Administration Section under the supervision and responsibility of the relevant head of section. 

The position is based in Nairobi for an unlimited duration subject to three months’ probation.  As an indication, the monthly basic salary starts at KES. 170,363/- (subject to local tax law). 

The position is open to nationals and residents of Kenya with a valid work permit (compulsory).

We offer a competitive position in an international environment. Benefits, such as additional pension scheme and medical insurance, are offered to employees and their families under certain conditions.

We look for

Eligibility Criteria

• Diploma in International Relations, Diplomacy and/or Management or related field (eligibility)
• At least 5 years working experience in an Administration of which 3 years dealing strictly with Protocol matters in a Diplomatic Mission OR International Company/Organisation OR Government Office (eligibility)

Note: compliance with all the eligibility criteria listed above must be clearly demonstrated in the submitted CV

Other qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of Protocol matters in a large International Company/Organisation or Diplomatic mission.
• Excellent knowledge of Administrative/Protocol procedures in line with the Kenya Government regulations.
• Excellent knowledge of Kenya Customs and Protocol Procedures.
• Excellent knowledge of English (working language). A fluent knowledge of French is an asset.
• Good IT knowledge of MS Office and skills in document management (filing/archiving).
• Ability to develop and maintain effective network of contacts with various stakeholders.
• Personal initiative and ability to focus on priorities, to monitor and evaluate progress and to meet deadlines.
• Open, flexible personality; excellent ability to perform duties with accuracy within a given deadline.
• A high degree of integrity and the ability to deal with confidential information is required.