Personal Assistant, Branch Compliance Officer at Oxford University Press (OUP)
OUPEA is seeking to recruit a high calibre, results-oriented, experienced and highly skilled professional for the position Personal Assistant.
Person
- This is a middle level position and we therefore desire to have a dedicated and technically skilled business professional with a versatile administrative support skill set developed through experience as an office manager, secretary, administrative assistant and office clerk.
- Excel in resolving employer challenges with innovative solutions, systems and process improvements proven to increase efficiency, customer satisfaction and the bottom line.
- Excellent numeracy skills with knowledge and skills in the preparation and maintenance of records and reporting on same.
- Offer advanced computer skills in MS Office Suite and other applications/systems while ensuring excellent brand image.
- Office & Records Management
- Teambuilding & Supervision
- Staff Development & Training
- Policies & Procedures Manuals
- Report & Document Preparation
- Spreadsheet & Database Creation
Knowledge, skills and abilities
The position requires an appropriate bachelor’s degree in the field of Humanities & Social Sciences, with three (3) or more years’ experience in Office Management and a proven track record of consistent high performance.
In addition, the individual must demonstrate a thorough understanding and knowledge of the dynamics of the Publishing Industry in the Region
If you are a results-oriented Personal Assistant professional with the stated qualifications and are passionate to provide high quality solutions to ever-changing customer needs in a fast-paced organization, then forward your letter of application, curriculum vitae and copies of testimonials to recruit.ke@oup.com or send to:
Summary of the position: This is a key position contributing towards fulfilling the mission of OUPEA.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Implementing the Corporate Compliance Program in line with OUP Group requirements
- Communicating the OUP Code of Conduct in the branch and to those we work with
- Ensuring that the branch conducts business in an ethical way
- Ensuring consistent adherence to all local and international legislation
- Training staff on the program
- Interacting with advisors to be able to assess legal requirement and other regulations in Kenya
- Ability to keep current with the latest guidelines by OUP Group and local laws on Anti-corruption and Economic Crimes.
The position requires a relevant Bachelor’s degree with at least four years relevant experience.
The Offer
If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position title and reference number on the subject of the email or cover letter on or before 10th April 2014.
Applicants will also be required to provide the following:
- A reference letter from their immediate past employer.
- A character reference from an individual who has known the applicant for at least 3 years.
