Office Administrator – Finance (Nairobi)

About the role

Our client, a professional organization in Kenya’s financial services sector, is looking for an Office Administrator to manage day‑to‑day administrative functions and support regulatory and governance compliance. The role will involve coordinating office operations, maintaining accurate records, and providing administrative assistance to management and clients.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily office operations and ensure efficient service delivery across the organization.
• Support preparation, review and timely submission of regulatory returns, reports and statutory documentation to the Retirement Benefits Authority and other regulators.
• Maintain compliance calendars, monitor statutory deadlines and assist with internal audits.
• Keep up‑to‑date records of regulatory correspondence, licenses, client information and scheme documents.
• Oversee procurement of office supplies, manage vendor relationships and monitor service agreements.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Public Administration, Finance or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in office administration, corporate governance, pension or compliance within a regulated environment.
• Good understanding of the Retirement Benefits Act, RBA Regulations and retirement benefits schemes.
• Professional qualifications such as CIFA Part I, CPA Part I or CISI – Regulations and Market Practice are an advantage.
• Strong organisational abilities and experience in records management and meeting compliance deadlines.