Pricipal Office Administrator Job Financial Reporting Centre

Administration Jobs, Financial Reporting Centre (FRC) Jobs. Principal Office Administrator oversees administrative services, requires a Secretarial/PR/Business degree, 2-week PR course, 4-week management course, professional membership, and 9+ years experience (3+ at senior level). Full-time role in Nairobi.

Reporting Line: The position reports to the Deputy Director, Human Resources and Administration.

Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:

• Guiding office administrative service execution to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Supervising office protocol and etiquette, ensuring the correct procedures are followed at all times.
• Coordinating the distribution of Board papers for effective and smooth flow of board sessions.
• Organizing key initiatives for office administration aimed at achieving the strategic objectives of the Centre.
• Coordinating the management of executive visitors.
• Handling telephone calls for the Director General’s Office.
• Coordinating schedules of meetings and appointments for the Director General’s Office.
• Ensuring the security of office records, equipment, and documents, including classified materials.
• Checking and submitting responses to routine correspondences.
• Managing petty cash for the Office of the Director General.
• Monitoring adherence to procedures for record-keeping of correspondence and file systems.
• Coordinating travel arrangements for the executive team.
• Facilitating the prudent utilization of resources and assets assigned to the department.
• Preparing periodic management reports for the department and ensuring timely submission.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• A cumulative service period of nine (9) years of relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Senior Office Administrator or in a comparable position.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Secretarial Studies, Public Relations, Business Management, Business Administration, or an equivalent discipline from a recognized institution.
• A Public Relations Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Membership in a professional body where applicable and in good standing.
• A Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrated merit and ability in work performance.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified persons in the above positions can access detailed job descriptions, job specifications, experiences and other requirements on our website and are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Centre’s websites: www.frc.go.ke

Applications should be received on or before 16th November, 2026 latest 17:00hrs (EAT).

PLEASE NOTE:

• Candidate should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application.
• Only shortlisted candidates and successful candidate will be contacted.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce the original academic and professional certificates as well as testimonials during the interviews.
• Successful Candidates will be required to submit compliance documents of Chapter six of the Constitution namely:
  • Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
  • Tax Compliance from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
  • Clearance from Ethics & Anti-Corruption (EACC)
  • Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
  • Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
• Any attempt to directly or indirectly canvass shall lead to automatic disqualification.
• Hard copy applications will not be accepted.

FRC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified Kenyans including persons living with disability, women, youth and the marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.