Administrative Assistant – School Office Support

About the role

Nairobi International School is looking for a professional, organised and reliable Administrative Assistant to provide efficient administrative and clerical support across the school. The role involves handling day‑to‑day office tasks, interacting with staff, parents, students and visitors, and supporting various school activities.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day administrative and clerical support to various school offices, including managing correspondence, emails, filing and records.
• Receive and respond to enquiries from staff, parents, students and visitors in a professional manner.
• Assist with scheduling meetings, appointments and school activities.
• Manage distribution of school uniforms and stationery, maintaining accurate records and stock levels.
• Support the school tuck shop by serving and selling snacks when required.
• Help organise and coordinate school events and activities.

Required profile

• Diploma or relevant qualification in Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, Office Administration or a related field.
• Previous experience in an administrative or office support role; school experience is an advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisation, time‑management and attention to detail.
• Professional, approachable appearance and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.