Administrative Assistant / Research Assistant

Garissa University

Garissa

Overview

Posted 5 months ago
Experience: Not Specified
Min. Education level: Bachelor's Degree
Specialism: Actuarial Science / Economics or Statistics / IT or Computer Science / Mathematics / Research
Deadline: Friday, March 20, 2026

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Vacancy Description

Entry Level
Garissa
Posted 5 months ago
Applications have closed

Garissa University is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Administrative/Research Assistants! This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a vibrant institution. As an Administrative/Research Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our research initiatives and administrative operations.

Garissa University (GaU) was established by the legal notice No. 116 of 12th August 2011 under the Moi University Act (Cap. 210A) as a constituent college of Moi University. It received its Charter on 23rd October, 2017 to become a fully-fledged University.

The University seeks to recruit qualified and competent persons to fill the following vacant positions:

ADVERT NO: GAU/HR/EA/10/26: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/RESEARCH ASSISTANT

GAU GRADE 8- THREE (3) POSITIONS

Terms of Service: 3 years contract

Job Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities will entail:

(i) Performing administrative operational duties in specific arrears of assignment
(ii) Preparing reports and records as may be required
(iii) Analyzing data as may be required.
(iv) Processing data for administrative planning.
(v) Processing and dissemination of information.
(vi) Participating in development of research and data collection and analysis tools;
(vii) Assist in Designing and executing of surveys and making recommendations to inform policy and intervention measures
(viii) Compiling research data and conducting data analysis
(ix) Liaising with the faculty members in organising for research surveys, compilation and analysis.
(x) Assisting in preparation of regular scheduled reports and implementation of strategies.
(xi) Assist in applying research innovations that have practical significance in conjunction with the respective research Fellows.
(xii) Carry out other duties & responsibilities as may be assigned

Job specification

For appointment to this grade, a person must possess the following qualifications:

(i) A Bachelors Degree in informatics, Statistics, computing, economics, mathematics or actuarial science from a recognized University.
(ii) A Postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage
(iii) Must be registered with the relevant Professional body and in good standing (where applicable);
(iv) Proficiency in computer applications;
(v) Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.