The U.S. Embassy to Kenya opened in 1964. Through sixteen Ambassadors since then, the Embassy has enriched the ties between the American and Kenyan people and served the needs of Americans in and around this East African hub

Duties

• The MCC Program Assistant is the first Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) staff member at post: Coordinates among MCC headquarters in Washington, DC; post staff, and local public and private partners to set up a new MCC office at post.  Subsequently, under the supervision of the Resident Country Director (RCD), supports administrative and routine program functions related to MCC operations in Kenya.

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: 

• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in office management, administrative or secretarial support, or program management support is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE: 

• Thorough knowledge of business principles, concepts, and methodology involved in administering document and data management systems and other aspects of an office environment is required. General knowledge of procedures for travel and time and attendance, budgeting, etc.

Education Requirements:

• Completion of high school is required. Completion of two years university level studies is required.