Principal Administration Officer I

Position Reference

WRTI/02/2026

About the Role

The Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI) is seeking a Principal Administration Officer to join our dynamic team in Nairobi, Kenya. In this role, you will oversee prompt, efficient, and cost-effective management of general administrative operations and services to drive the Institute's capability and operational excellence in support of our mandate.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development, implementation, and review of administration policies, strategies, regulations, guidelines, standards, and procedures
• Coordinate fleet management activities
• Plan and coordinate office accommodation
• Oversee repairs and maintenance schedules and logs for the Institute's vehicles, office furniture, and premises
• Ensure renewal of general insurance covers for vehicles, buildings, and equipment
• Coordinate the development and maintenance of tools and equipment registers
• Ensure provision of office equipment, furniture, and facilities
• Coordinate identification of obsolete assets and manage the disposal process
• Manage telephone, registry, and security services
• Coordinate outsourced services
• Ensure the Institute's adherence to employee safety, health, and welfare in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007
• Coordinate development and maintenance of security systems for the Institute
• Coordinate and manage bills, land rates, and utilities
• Safeguard the Institute's assets including office premises, vehicles, office equipment, and furniture
• Maintain up-to-date inventories of the Institute's establishment, equipment, and facilities

Required Qualifications

• Cumulative service period of twelve (12) years' work experience, with at least three (3) years at the level of Principal Administration Officer II or in a comparable position
• Bachelor's Degree in one of the following disciplines:
  • Public Administration
  • Building and Estate Management
  • Business Administration
  • Transport and Logistics