JOB VACANCY: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Diakonia Training Institute is a private TVET college located in Shalom House, St. Daniel Comboni Road, off Ngong Road, in Nairobi. We bridge education and opportunity through practical, market-driven training in Hospitality, ICT, Business, Cosmetology, and Social Work & Community Development. Diakonia Training Institute equips learners with modern skills to thrive in today’s evolving job market, innovate, and create their own opportunities. Since our inception in the year 2010, we have partnered with relevant stakeholders to deliver on this commitment to develop service-oriented community changemakers.
We are looking for a warm, organised and professional Administrative Assistant to join our front office team.
Terms: Contract, with the first three months on probation.
Key Responsibilities
- Welcome and direct visitors
- Answer calls and emails
- Handle student and parent enquiries, including admissions, classes, exams and fees
- Maintain accurate records
- Prepare timely reports
- Help maintain a hospitable, warm and inclusive college environment
Requirements
- Diploma in Secretarial Studies, Front Office Operations & Administration, or a related field
- At least 1 year of relevant work experience
- Digital proficiency
- Strong communication skills
- Basic accounting skills
How to Apply
Send your CV, cover letter, certificates, national ID copy and the contacts of referees, addressed to The Principal, to info@diakoniainstitute.ac.ke (use the subject line “Application: Administrative Assistant“). Physical applications can be dropped at the college Admin Office, in Shalom House.
Deadline: 30th November 2026
