Registry Assistant Needed Urgently At The Canadian Embassy Nairobi

Posted by | October 22, 2012 | Jobs in Kenya

Competition Notice: LE-03 Registry Assistant

2012-Immig-08

Notice is hereby given of a competition for staffing of a Registry Assistant position to establish a pool of eligible candidates valid for one year.

The staffing process will consist of a review of all applications and CVs to ensure that the applicants have demonstrated that they meet the screening requirements stated below.

Selected candidates will be invited for a written exam to assess essential and desirable skills/qualifications, and successful candidates of the exam will be convoked for an interview to evaluate the candidate’s suitability for the position.

To: Internal/External Applicants

External candidates:  [pls note that it is our policy to pay recruits at the minimum of the salary range for the level]

Section: Immigration

Title: Registry Assistant

Level: LE-03

Supervisor: Registry Supervisor

Summary of Duties:

·                     creates electronic files for immigrant and non-immigrant applications, and prepares corresponding paper files for further processing;
·                     reviews information and documentation on newly created files to determine and take appropriate initial processing action;
·                     receives and reviews case related correspondence and dispatches appropriately;
·                     performs other clerical duties as required.
Screening Requirements:

Education:  Graduation from secondary school.

Language:   

·                     Fluency in English is required.
·                     Ability to communicate orally in French, Swahili and other East African languages is desirable.
Experience: Previous work experience in a computerized office environment would be an asset.

Rated Qualifications:

Knowledge: 

·                     eneral office procedures and practices.
·                     Software packages such as Windows, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Office.
·                     Knowledge of Canadian (or similar) immigration policies and procedures is an asset.
·                     Knowledge of local laws and customs is an asset.
Abilities:
·                     Effective communication skills (verbally and in writing) in English.
·                     Enter data quickly and accurately into a computer system
·                     Type at least 30 wpm
·                     Establish effective working relationships with colleagues and supervisors
·                     Adapt quickly to procedural and technological changes
Personal Suitability:
·                     Discreet, with professional integrity and good judgment *these qualities will be tested and rated during the competition process.
·                     Flexible, works well under pressure, and a self-starter.
·                     Comfortable in a fast paced, deadline oriented environment.
Assets: A working knowledge of French.

Conditions of Employment:

·                     Ability to obtain the required Reliability Status (security check).
·                     Canadian or Kenyan citizenship or valid work permit in Kenya
Competition Notice:LE-04 Registry Mailing Clerk

2012-Immig-09

Notice is hereby given of a competition for staffing of a Registry Mailing Clerk position on an indeterminate basis, and to establish a pool of eligible candidates valid for one year.

The staffing process will consist of a review of all applications and CVs to ensure that the applicants have demonstrated that they meet the screening requirements stated below.
Selected candidates will be invited for a written exam to assess essential and desirable skills/qualifications, and successful candidates of the exam will be convoked for an interview to evaluate the candidate’s suitability for the position.

To: Internal/External Applicants

External candidates:  [pls note that it is our policy to pay recruits at the minimum of the salary range for the level]

Section: Immigration

Title:  Mailing Clerk

Level: LE-04

Supervisor: Registry Supervisor

Summary of Duties:

·                     classifies, attaches, distributes and tracks incoming immigration correspondence,
·                     processes and coordinates packages for outgoing correspondence, including coordination with courier companies,
·                     creates electronic files for immigrant and non-immigrant applications, and prepares corresponding paper files for further processing, and
·                     performs other clerical duties as required.
Screening Requirements:

Education:  

·                     Graduation from a recognised university or Diploma in business/secretarial studies, OR
·                     An acceptable combination of education, training and work experience
Language: 
·                     Fluency in English is required.
·                     Ability to communicate orally in French, Swahili and other East African languages is desirable.
Experience: Previous work experience in a computerized office environment would be an asset.

Rated Qualifications:

Knowledge:

·                     General office procedures and practices.
·                     Software packages such as Windows, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Office.
·                     Knowledge of Canadian (or similar) immigration policies and procedures is an asset.
·                     Knowledge of local laws and customs is an asset.
Abilities:
·                     Strong organizational, planning and time management skills
·                     Effective communication skills (verbally and in writing) in English.
·                     Able to establish effective working relationships with colleagues and supervisors
·                     Able to adapt quickly to procedural and technological changes
·                     Able to enter data quickly and accurately into a computer system
Personal Suitability:
·                     Discrete and reliable with good integrity and judgment *these qualities will be tested and rated during the competition process.
·                     Flexible, works well under pressure, and a self-starter.
·                     Comfortable in a fast paced, deadline oriented environment.
Assets: A working knowledge of French.

Conditions of Employment:

·                     Ability to obtain the required Reliability Status (security check).
·                     Canadian or Kenyan citizenship or valid work permit in Kenya
To Apply: 

Applications must be submitted by 16:00, 22nd October, 2012, via email.

Candidates must demonstrate in writing that they meet the screening requirements by submitting their CV under a covering letter to:

Ref: 2012-Immig-09

Email: nairobi.competitions-concours@international.gc.ca

The results of this competition may also be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to staff similar openings in the Immigration Section which might arise in the 12 months following the completion of this competition.

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2 Responses to “Registry Assistant Needed Urgently At The Canadian Embassy Nairobi”

  1. Comment made by jacinta njiru on Oct 22nd 2012 at 10:24 am: Reply

    hallo,

    the email address given cant go through. am always receiving a failure delivery message. any other alternative email address?kindly assist

  2. Comment made by Obila Mourice Ochieng on Oct 22nd 2012 at 2:24 pm: Reply

    I hereby tender my application for the position of mailing clerk, level- 04. I am a Kenyan citizen with the required credentials,to varify this please find copies of my credentials. I am a third year student studying Bachelor of Business Management, currently on long holiday which runns from November 1st 2012 to November 8th 2013.Granted this opportunity, I promise to discharge my duty with atmost professionalism, delegence , integrity and transparency. Thank you for your support.

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