Mater Misericordiae Hospital
Mater Misericordiae Hospital in Nairobi is hiring an Administrative Assistant for the School of Nursing. This full-time administration role manages student applications, school records, correspondence, and office supplies. The position requires a Secretarial Stage II qualification with at least two years of office experience in Kenya.
📋 Job Overview
- Category: Administration Jobs
- Job Type: Full Time Jobs
- Location: Nairobi
- Company: Mater Misericordiae Hospital
- Employer Page: View all Mater Misericordiae Hospital jobs →
- Application Deadline: July 17, 2026
- Last Updated: July 7, 2026
Administrative Assistant – School Of Nursing at Mater Misericordiae Hospital – Mater Misericordiae Hospital Kenya Job Details
About the Role
Mater Misericordiae Hospital is recruiting an Administrative Assistant – School Of Nursing at its Nairobi campus. This is a full-time position supporting the day-to-day operations of the nursing school, including student admissions, record management, and office coordination. The role requires someone with strong organisational skills, secretarial experience, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a healthcare education setting.
The Administrative Assistant – School Of Nursing at Mater Misericordiae Hospital will serve as a central point of contact for students, faculty, and visitors. You will manage confidential records, process correspondence, and ensure the smooth flow of administrative processes within the school. This position is ideal for administration professionals in Kenya seeking a role in a respected healthcare institution with over 60 years of service.
Key Responsibilities
- Process student applications, coordinate interview schedules, and communicate admission decisions to applicants in a timely manner.
- Maintain comprehensive school records and filing systems to ensure efficient retrieval of documents and information.
- Prepare and type all office correspondence, examination materials, and communications with prompt delivery to intended recipients.
- Receive visitors and screen incoming messages while maintaining professional standards and ensuring satisfactory customer interactions.
- Order and monitor stationery and school supplies, tracking usage to remain within the approved budget allocation.
- Perform additional administrative duties as assigned by the School of Nursing leadership.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Secretarial Stage II qualification as a minimum entry requirement.
- Bachelor of Education in Secretarial Studies is desirable.
- Proficiency in MS Office and general computer literacy required.
- A minimum of two years of relevant experience working in a busy senior office environment.
- Typing speed of at least 80 words per minute.
- Demonstrated attention to detail with high accuracy in written work.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and accept new assignments with short notice; ability to work independently with minimal supervision; strong personal integrity and sound judgment.
- Customer service skills and the capacity to learn new tasks without requiring repetitive instruction.
What to Expect
- Work in a healthcare education setting within one of Nairobi’s established Catholic healthcare organisations.
- Manage a variety of administrative functions ranging from student services to financial record-keeping and correspondence.
- Interact regularly with students, nursing faculty, hospital staff, and external stakeholders.
- This Administrative Assistant – School Of Nursing at Mater Misericordiae Hospital position in Nairobi is open to qualified candidates. Click Apply below to submit your application.
Method of Application
If you are interested in the above position and you meet the requirements listed, please send your application together with a detailed CV, Copies of Academic Certificates, three [3] referees and include their telephone contacts and email address to [email protected] so as to reach us not later than 17th July 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
🎯 How to Apply
To apply for this job email your details to hrrecruit@materkenya.com
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
You must hold Secretarial Stage II as a minimum. A Bachelor of Education in Secretarial Studies is desirable. You also need proficiency in MS Office, at least two years of experience in a busy senior office, and a typing speed of 80 words per minute or higher.
Your responsibilities include processing student applications and managing interview coordination, maintaining school records, typing all office correspondence including examination materials, screening visitors and messages, and ordering stationery while monitoring budget allocation. You will also perform other administrative duties as assigned by the School of Nursing leadership.
Submit your detailed CV, academic certificates, and contact details of three referees to [email protected] by 17th July 2026. Include both telephone numbers and email addresses for your referees. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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