Administration and Operations Coordinator, (1 Position) K MR/ 5 - Kisumu at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage calendars, meetings, and calls
• Coordinate with U.S.based collaborators
• Anticipate project needs and ensure priorities are well-prepared
• Organize local travel logistics and prepare itineraries
• Draft, edit, and manage correspondence, presentations, and reports
• Support with academic writing tasks (bonus skill)
• Maintain accurate records and organize documents
• Ability to use AI and digital tools to streamline administrative tasks
• Travel occasionally between Kisumu and Nairobi
• Assist with social media and online presence
• Coordinate scheduling, communication, and travel.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors of Commerce Degree in Business Administration, Finance/ Accounting or equivalent
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment.
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
• Highly Proficient in Microsoft Office and open to AI and new tools
• Discreet, reliable, and adaptable
• Experience in academic writing or social media management