Welcome to The Kericho National Polytechnic, a premier Kenyan institution for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)! We offer a vibrant learning environment where you can develop in-demand skills for a successful career. With a focus on practical training and experienced faculty, we empower our students to become future leaders of industry and innovation.Advert No. HR/05/2026 -SECRETARY Purpose of the Job: This position is responsible for the provision of efficient office support and administrative assistance to the Principal. Duties and responsibilities: Maintain the diary and appointments/meetings for the Principal to ensure appointments are well planned and timely Organize administration records and correspondence to ensure quick access to required information/ documents Ensure the availability of well-managed office services including cleaning and tidying office to ensure a conducive working environment. Maintain an efficient, smooth and easily accessible filing system to ensure the security of information and to limit access to unauthorised persons Receive telephone calls to ensure calls are transferred to respective office Maintain security and confidentiality of office records, documents and equipment Manage office protocol and receive incoming calls, and correspondences and act as the link between executive offices, to ensure efficient response time to inquiries Record dictation in shorthand and transcribe it into a written comprehensive form Receive visitors and clients in a professional and courteous manner and direct them to the Principal/Deputy Principal office Undertake correspondence for the principal as requested and as appropriate Maintain an inventory of office equipment and supplies for the Principal and Deputy Principal offices Prepare for committee meetings such as the Council/BOG meetings Perform any other duty as may be assigned. Minimum Requirements Typewriting III/ Computerized Document Processing III/Process office documents Shorthand III (100 w.p.m/80 w.p.w.) Business English IlI/Communication skills Office Management III/Business Management Secretarial Duties II Commerce II Office Practice II/Office procedures HND will be an added advantage A certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution. At least two years’ experience in a similar position. Good Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Organizational skills, Report writing and Time Management Skills.