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Location: Nairobi
URL: http://www.creawkenya.org/vacancies/index.html

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Social Worker at Centre for Rights Education and Awareness (CREAW) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

SOCIAL WORKER

Job Purpose
Reporting to the programs officer Kibera the social worker will provide technical support and leadership required for the successful implementation of all social work activities under the Gender Based Violence (GBV) in Kibera ‘one stop platform’ project. This includes; assisting the GBV survivors in managing their daily lives, coping with issues, navigating relationships and solving personal and family problems depending on individual needs. The social worker will be involved in follow-up and partnership building with other organizations under the one stop platform. The social worker will be involved in rescuing GBV survivors from abusive environments as well as making referrals to likeminded organizations in Kibera which offer GBV services, including shelters for rescue services to GBV survivors, medical facilities and security services. The social worker will promote the provision of GBV ser¬vices through the one stop platform; pro¬vide com¬mu¬nity resource link¬ages for all sur¬vivors of sex¬ual and domes¬tic violence; and be responsible for providing ongoing training and mentorship for case managers while utilizing monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure high quality services.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Monitor and work closely with the case managers, including capacity building through training, mentorship and on-the-job support for case managers. Training topics may include community strategies, active listening and effective communication, action and safety planning, basic concepts, and other related topics.
• Participate in the development of professional, effective and appropriate Gender based violence (GBV) psychosocial programming, including direct individual and group counseling support in CREAW.
• Provide professional and confidential services to survivors of GBV, grounded in the CREAW’s holistic, survivor-centered case management approach.
• Provide training, mentorship, and other technical support to case managers and service providers directly involved with the implementation of the CREAW’s GBV programme.
• Strengthen and maintain networks with community leaders and groups and service providers to ensure that survivors receive compassionate support from the community and to encourage greater communication, collaboration and coordination among partners (protection, health, legal, and psychosocial sectors).
• Conducting response-related trainings to key community stakeholders to promote quality service provision.
• Collect and collate data about GBV and monitor trends and emerging issues.
• Assist with developing adequate project monitoring systems and help to ensure that case managers utilize these systems correctly and consistently.
• Assist with preparing all relevant reports regarding the CREAW’s, USAID GBV Kibera project.
• Assist in ensuring timely implementation of programme activities.
• Provide leadership and guidance regarding social work activities to all case managers to ensure all programme activities meet best practice standards.
• Work in collaboration with case managers to ensure ongoing needs of women and girls are being met through prevention-related activities.
• Lead awareness-raising and/or sensitization campaigns on the CREAW’s GBV project activities and other GBV services in collaboration with the case managers
• Participate in development of monthly outreach plans with case managers, based on case trends and ongoing needs of women and girls, include strategies to reach women and girls who are more isolated/have special needs.
• Participate in developing and distributing materials in relation to GBV issues.
• Fulfill any other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Academic qualifications, experiences, skills and personal attributes;

• Minimum qualification of a Degree in Social work and/or Community Development. A Social Science or related degree is preferred.
• Minimum two years of direct social work experience with a reputable agency; experience working with survivors of violence preferred.
• Clear understanding of gender, abuse of power, and issues surrounding Gender based violence.
• Able to maintain confidentiality, medical ethics and respect for clients at all times.
• Experience in participatory techniques and community mobilization
• Able to lead, train, supervise, facilitate and motivate GBV case managers in their respective tasks in a professional, respectful and supportive manner.
• Positive, highly motivated, innovative, with strong organizational and inter-personal skills.
• Able to coordinate multiple tasks while maintaining attention to quality and detail.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Strong computer (word processing) literacy and able to use Microsoft Office suite of programs.
• Able to work under minimum supervision;
• Able to meet deadlines.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili, including writing clear and concise reports.
• Experience with organizing, facilitating or conducting community activities including community trainings, focused group discussions, surveys and group activities.
• Experience working in a GBV program.

Interested applicants should include a letter of application, brief motivational statement, Curriculum Vitae and testimonials to:

The Selection Committee,
Centre for Rights Education and Awareness,
Convent drive, Lavington off Isaac Gathanju Road,
P.O. Box 11964-00100, GPO
Nairobi
Tel. 020-3860640/3861016
Mobile : 0720357664
E-mail: vacancies@creawkenya.org

Applications must be received on or before 11th March, 2013.

Disclaimer
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted directly. CREAW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CREAW considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. CREAW does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. CREAW does not use agencies for its recruitment process.

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Location: Nairobi
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Health & Rights Program Officer at Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa (OSIEA) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

HEALTH & RIGHTS PROGRAM OFFICER

We seek a dynamic, creative and committed programme officer to join our Health and Rights Program team covering East Africa. This is a joint project of the Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa (OSIEA) and the Open Society’s Public Health Program (PHP). The position reports to the OSIEA Health and Rights Program Manager and four PHP initiatives: Global Health Financing, Access to Medicines Initiative (AEMI), Accountability in Health Monitoring (AHMI), and the International Palliative Care Initiative (IPCI). OSIEA promotes vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens.

OSIEA initiatives advance justice, free speech, public health, and independent media in the region.

Responsibilities

• Strategy development: Jointly with the four PHP projects, identify opportunities to advance the work of OSIEA and PHP in Eastern Africa, develop a strategy to guide the grant making, advocacy and operational work
• Advocacy and partnerships: Identify opportunities for advocacy and write and/or commission reports and advocacy documents to advance OSIEA and PHP goals
• Grant-making: Keep abreast with developments in the field of health and human rights, identify opportunities for OSIEA and the four PHP projects for grant making
• Skill Building: Develop and implement a plan to provide tailored technical assistance to grantees
• Communication: Provide regular feedback and perspectives on regional context to PHP colleagues

Qualifications

• At least eight years of professional experience in the field of public health, public policy, law or human rights in East Africa
• Advanced degree in related field and demonstrated knowledge of human rights approaches to promoting health
• Extraordinary initiative, creativity and capacity to think strategically
• Ability to work effectively in a complex institution and manage several simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment both locally and internationally without detailed daily supervision and as a member of a team
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse array of people
• Demonstrated skills in public speaking, presentations, research, writing, and editing for publication, as well as communications and media work
• Strong organizational and management skills with attention to detail
• Ability to distill program experience into compelling advocacy messages for governments and international institutions
• Ability to manage conflict constructively
• Team spirit and respectful working and decision-making style
• Integrity, diplomatic manner and professional discretion essential
• Frequent travel required

Search closes: May 20, 2012

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to jobs@osiea.org

At OSIEA, all staff are expected to work at integrating the organizational values into the performance of their duties and tasks on a daily basis and by participating in in-house working groups designed to uphold the values and foster healthy inter-office communication.

For more information

• http://www.soros.org/initiatives/osiea
• http://www.soros.org/initiatives/health

Compensation: Competitive salary, with good benefits package

No phone inquiries: Only successful candidates will be contacted.

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Location: Nairobi
Description:

Litigation/Legal Officer at Centre for Rights Education and Awareness – CREAW in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

Centre for Rights Education and Awareness (CREAW) is inviting applications from individuals for the following position:

LITIGATION/LEGAL OFFICER IN CHARGE OF THE ACCESS TO JUSTICE PROGRAMME

CREAW is a non-governmental, non-partisan, membership organization whose Mission is to transform society by empowering women and expanding new frontiers for women’s rights and freedoms. Our Vision is a just and free society in which women and men have, exercise and enjoy equal and full rights and opportunities.

Job Purpose
Reporting to the Executive Director, the officer will provide programmatic, technical and implementation leadership of the Access to Justice programme/ projects in a professional, efficient and effective manner.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

• Conceptualization, design, and implementation of innovative projects within the Access to Justice programme/ projects.
• Provide legal advice to women on matters concerning Women Human rights, Gender based violence and other areas of local and international law.
• Provide legal representation to women before various institution and platforms in courts of law, police stations, chiefs’ offices among others.
• Initiate partnership and liaise with state functionaries service providers and academia to assist women facing gender based violence /other forms of discrimination.
• Conceptualizing and heading all public interest litigation suites.
• Analyzing and critiquing of bills and legislation affecting women’s human rights
• Prepare /quarterly reports of the cases handled by the Access to Justice programme/ projects.
• Provide legal trainings and prepare training materials for partner organizations and other stakeholders. Plan and participate in the conduct of alternate dispute resolution mechanisms provided in law. Interact with a network of law enforcement authorities, government officials, service providers, activists in the women’s movement etc.
• Prepare, in a timely manner, materials for both internal and external use including reports, action materials, and submissions to be made in different forums.
• Represent the organization in national and international forums as and when appropriate.
• Assigning duties and supervising the legal assistant and law students and ensuring duties are carried out effectively and efficiently.
• Coordination of research under the legal Advocacy programme/ projects.
• Ensuring timely and regular reporting on the project implementation to the immediate supervisor and the development partners.
• Monitoring and evaluating plans to ensure effective implementation of the projects under the Access to Justice program
• Advising the organization on any legal matter including but not limited to drafting of agreements and contracts and their registration.
• Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time to further the vision and mission of CREAW

Academic Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Personality Desired:-

• A degree in law (masters in law is preferable)
• At least 4 years proven litigation experience in Family law and Sexual & Gender Based Violence.
• Must be fluent in spoken and written English.
• Proven writing/ drafting, communication and analytical skills.
• A good understanding of women’s human rights issues and a commitment to women’s rights.
• Ability to organize, plan and prioritize activities.
• Proven ability to lead a team under program
• Demonstrate skills in computer applications and data entry

Essential Competencies

• Must have demonstrated interest in women matters and a good understanding and appreciation of the plight of women.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office skills.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Working experience in project implementation and evaluation will be highly desirable.
• Must be able to work comfortably and effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds and to establish and maintain constructive working relations in multi –cultural environment.

Those who qualify and are interested should send (or deliver) an application letter, curriculum vitae (CV) providing details of three work related referees and copies of relevant certificates & testimonials to:

The Selection Committee
Centre for Rights Education and Awareness – CREAW
Email: vacancies@creawkenya.org
Tel/fax: +254-20-3860640/ 3861016/ 2378271/ 720357664
P.O. Box 11964 –00100 GPO
Nairobi – Kenya

Apply no later than 14th May 2012

CREAW is an equal opportunity employer.

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Location: Nairobi
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Unit Sales Engineers at Mantrac Kenya Ltd in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

Mantrac Kenya Ltd the Caterpillar authorized dealer in Kenya; sells and services earthmoving, Power generating, Material Handling and Mining Equipment. Mantrac Kenya Ltd is part of Mantrac/Unatrac International Group who are Caterpillar dealers of heavy machinery in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Egypt, Iraq and UK international sales. To help us achieve our strategic plan, we are looking for qualified talent in various fields. Qualified candidates will be assessed on right attitude and work ethic culture.

In return Mantrac will offer unparalleled training and growth opportunities, develop your whole-person to fit into a multidisciplinary workplace.

UNIT SALES ENGINEERS – 6 Nos

Main Responsibilities:

• To ensure effective sales coverage of all existing and potential Machine/genset customers within the region and submit regular reports accordingly.
• To ensure effective after sales product support in liaison with service dept.
• To follow up on outstanding customer debts and update Finance department promptly.
• To ensure we use the best methods in machine/genset identification and application by applying the relevant Caterpillar product programmes.
• To liaise with local suppliers of equipment/accessories/materials as the need may arise from time to time.
• With the directions of the Sales Manager identify and formulate suitable Marketing advertisements and co-ordinate with Newspaper/Magazine publishers for action.
• Achieve sales targets as units – value and margin and follow effectively any available opportunity
• Collect and report to the Sales Manager on trading trends, market opportunities and other matters related to the business
• Draw up & /implement customer call schedules and strategies towards achievement of the department annual goals
• Set and submit coverage plans weekly to management
• Submit on time daily call reports, and relevant reports on activities within the territory – this also to include all competitive activities and market info
• Organize effective customers coverage – demonstration / test drives for prospective customers.
• Collect, report & following up on any customer complaint aiming to resolve problem
• To submit regular national sales updates and liaise with logistics on stock/customer order requirements – Adminstration of stock levels in line with projected sales.
• Control of Machine/genset deliveries, ensuring proper documentation before release.

Job Specifications:

• A University degree in Mechanical Engineering
• At least 2 years work experience in a mechanical plant or construction industry.
• Strong customer knowledge and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A clean driving license.
• Must be proficient in use of computers

Your soft copy application letter and curriculum vitae indicating your regular telephone number to enable us contact you should be mailed to careers@mantrackenya.com so as to reach us not later than 27th April 2012

© 2012 Caterpillar All Rights Reserved CAT, CATERPILLAR, their respective logos, “Caterpillar Yellow” and the POWER EDGE trade dress, as well as corporate and product identity herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar and may not be used without permission

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Location: Nairobi
URL: http://www.ke.undp.org

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Programme Officer (Human Rights) at United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

PROGRAMME OFFICER (HUMAN RIGHTS)

Background
The United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) aims to support Kenya in implementing the country’s national development strategy, as articulated in Kenya Vision 2030 and its first 5 year Medium Term Plan. Further, the programme aims to enhance the mutual agreement between the Government of Kenya and the UN, for the realization of fundamental human rights principles enshrined in the international human rights Instruments and Declarations to which the Government of Kenya and the UN are committed. On safeguarding human rights, UN assistance aims to provide strategic and timely support to UN agencies, the GoK, KNCHR and civil society organizations through the Human Rights Unit under the UN Resident Coordinator’s office.

Position Information
The Unit’s primary focus in 2012/13 includes:

• Coordination of human rights input into implementation, monitoring and evaluation of UN-DAF;
• Ensuring UN continuation as strategic leader on Transitional Justice;
• Strengthening UN and partners capacity on the Human Rights Based Approach (HRBA);
• Increasing strategic partnerships for advocacy and provision of assistance to victims, witnesses, human rights defenders and marginalized groups; Assisting the UN, GoK in UPR process and implementation of recommendations as well as providing substantive and technical support to UN agencies on request.
• Underpinning this work are the principles of inclusivity and effective participation of marginalized groups, including women, youth and persons with disabilities.

The Programme Officer’s key area of responsibility will be to assist the Human Rights Unit in implementation of the above mentioned tasks.

Qualifications

• A Masters Degree in Law, Political Science, Human Rights, Social Science, International Relations, Development Studies or other relevant area.
• Additional qualifications in programme/project management would be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years experience working in the area of human rights.
• Sound knowledge of and experience in the development and implementation of human rights related projects and programmes.
• Sound research and analytical capacity in the field of human rights, including thorough understanding of the national and international human rights protection system
• Good knowledge and experience in human rights and gender mainstreaming in development programmes.
• Good experience in monitoring and evaluation of programmes/projects.

Application Procedure
Interested and qualified persons should apply on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal located on the UNDP Kenya website – http://www.ke.undp.org on or before 2 May 2012. Select “e-Recruitment Portal” under “Operations/Human Resources”.

Applicants are required to fill and sign a Personal History Form (P11) Form and submit it together with their online application.

The P11 Form can be accessed on the above link.

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Additional considerations

• Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
• UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

“UNDP is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

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Location: Nairobi
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Fund-raising Manager at Plan in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

Plan is an international humanitarian child centered community development organization, without religious, political or government affiliation. Plan is committed to protecting and promoting child rights and to improving the lives and futures of poor children, their families and communities through a childcentered community development approach.

Plan is seeking to recruit a

FUND-RAISING MANAGER.

The successful candidate will be required to increase and manage grant-funding from varied sources (institutional, corporate, etc.) to deliver programs in the Country Strategic Plan. The incumbent will be a member of the Country Management Team. The job holder will report to the Country Director. S/he directly supervises two grants coordinators and will work closely with the program teams at the country office and in the field offices. S/he will also work with grants and program departments of the regional office and National Offices of Plan.

Key responsibilities

• Development of quality proposals, targeted at both in-country donors and corporates as well as external donors for achievement of a diversified grants income as per the targets agreed in the Country Strategy Program;
• Diversification of grants income as per targets agreed in the Country Strategic Program;
• Provide effective management of relationships with donors and National Offices;
• Provide effective management of grants including grants systems as well as quality and timely reports;
• Management and coordination of concept papers and proposal development and dissemination;
• Support Program Coordinators in grants development and management related roles;
• Complete the development of a local fund-raising strategy, action plan and implementation with regular review and revision;
• Manage performance of the grants team

Communications and Working Relationships
The post holder will be required to initiate, develop and maintain a range of working relationships. Effective working relationships are critical for this position, including with donors, implementing partners, National Offices, International Headquarters, Regional Offices, other Country Offices, and with Program Unit Managers, CMT members, and other staff as relevant.

Educational Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, or other related discipline
• Proven experience in local fundraising, strategic planning and marketing
• 3 years relevant experience in a large INGO or similar at a senior level
• Demonstrated experience in the grants development and management
• A good understanding of programmes.
• A commitment to, and understanding of participatory approaches to development.

Key Skills

• Excellent fundraising, proposal and report writing skills for different donor requirements – institutional, corporate and other donors.
• Planning skills and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Excellent grant management skills, including ability to identify challenges and provide or work with teams to propose possible solutions
• Knowledge of programming processes, systems and principles, and the ability to provide leadership and support staff working on grant-related programmes
• Strong negotiation, facilitating and influencing skills
• Networking and relationship development skills
• Strong team building and motivational skills
• Ability to interact and work effectively with others
• Proficient in computer

Plan Kenya is a development organization uniting people to advance the rights of all children.

Accordingly, employment is subject to our child protection standards including appropriate background checks and adherence to our Child Protection Policy.

How to apply
Those interested should send their applications to Jobs.Plankenya@plan-international.org

Please attach an updated curriculum vitae, current and expected remuneration and contacts of three professional references, including you current/latest line manager.

The subject of your application should only bear the title of the job exactly as it appears above followed by location for ease of sorting e.g. FUND-RAISING MANAGER, COUNTRY OFFICE.

Applicants should submit their applications on or before 27th April 2012.

For a full Job description and to read more about Plan you are invited to the link below:

http://plan-international.org/where-we-work/africa/kenya/about-plan/jobs/fund-raising-manager/

We regret that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Location: Nairobi
URL: http://www.rescue.org/careers

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Governance & Rights Program Assistant at International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana and Garissa regions as well as in Eastleigh, Nairobi. The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH), HIV/ AIDS prevention, response to gender based violence, disaster risk reduction (DRR), livelihoods and governance.

Applications are invited for the following positions:

GOVERNANCE & RIGHTS PROGRAM ASSISTANT – Nairobi

The Governance and Rights Program Assistant position is a new role to be created within the team. The post will be based in the immediate future in either the IRC Kenya Office in Nairobi. The position is a permanent, full time post which will be subject to a 6 month probationary period as per IRC Policy.

Minimum requirements

• Degree in a related field, (Politics, Geography, History, Social Sciences).
• At least 1 year of related work experience, preferably for an International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO).
• Proven interest & commitment to humanitarian and development issues and a demonstrable understanding of conflict/post conflict development contexts.
• Excellent organizational skills: the ability to work independently & productively in a fast-paced environment and ability to effectively see projects through from start to finish.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: the ability to successfully and effectively liaise with a variety of people in a multi-cultural and multi-site environment;
• Flexible work attitude, proactive and demonstrated creativity: the ability to work productively in a team environment and the ability to problem solve creatively with minimal guidance;
• Fluency in English, both verbal and written is required; language skills in French would be a strong asset;
• Excellent Computer skills: proficient in all MS Office, and some knowledge of database management and website development would be an asset.

Full Job descriptions can be downloaded at www.rescue.org/careers

To apply please go to http://www.rescue.org/careers and search for NAME OF THE POSITION.

Please apply on or before 16th April 2012

IRC leading the way from harm to home

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Public Alert: Disclaimer

Misuse of our name for fraudulent activities

The Management of International Rescue Committee (IRC) Kenya, wishes to inform the general public that it has come to our notice, that some unauthorized groups and organized individuals posing as our staff have been extorting money from the general public for their personal gains promising to offer jobs within IRC.

The general public should please take note all vacant IRC jobs has are advertised either in the local print media or on our website www.rescue.org/careers.

Interested candidates are NOT required to pay any recruitment/interview fee.

You are encouraged to report such individuals/groups to the nearest police station to investigate their conduct or to IRC at IRCKenya@rescue.org .

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Location: Nairobi
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Senior Administration Officer at Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

The Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) is a Constitutional Commission established under Section 5 of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution and Section 4 of the Commission of the Implementation of the Constitution Act, 2010. The function of the Commission is to monitor, facilitate and oversee the development of legislation and administrative procedures required to implement the Constitution. The Commission’s monitoring, facilitative and oversight roles involve scrutinizing the development and application of all policies, laws, systems and administrative procedures to ensure compliance with the letter and spirit of the Constitution. In addition, Section 15(d) of the Sixth schedule requires CIC to monitor the implementation of the system of devolved government effectively. The Commission is obligated, under Article 249 of the Constitution, to protect the sovereignty of the people, secure the observance by all state organs of democratic values and principles; and promote constitutionalism.

In order to ensure that the Commission delivers on its mandate, CIC is seeking to recruit high caliber, results oriented and self-driven professionals to provide leadership and operational management in the following roles:

SENIOR ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

The Senior Administration Officer will provide effective office management and administrative services for the Commission.

Key Responsibilities

• Office and stores administration and management
• Work Safety , security management and administration
• Logistics management and administration
• Transport, travel and motor vehicles
• Supervising support staff of the Commission; and
• In liaison with the procurement department, ensure availability of work equipment/tools and office supplies.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya. A Master’s degree will be added advantage.
• Have at least eight (8) years relevant work experience, Six (6) of which should be in administration middle level or middle management level in State or Non-state organizations.

Required Skills and Personal Attributes
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:

• Excellent in planning and organizing;
• Good at task structuring; and
• Excellent human relations skills.

The above positions are extremely exciting and CIC will offer competitive packages for the right candidates.

Each applicant must:-

• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
• Have an understanding of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Not be active in any political party;
• Have utmost personal integrity;
• Be results-oriented and have ability to effectively deliver quality work under very tight deadlines;
• Work long hours under demanding circumstances with minimal supervision;
• Have computer proficiency in packages for application in area of specialisation and general IT know how in the use of office application packages;
• Willing to selflessly and impartially serve the people of Kenya under the new dispensation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and
• Have work ethic that is informed by the national values and principles of Article 10 of the Constitution and apply a human rights based approach.

CIC is committed to respect the national values and principles and, the Bill of Rights of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, with respect to recruitment of staff. CIC is further committed to implementing affirmative action measures and to this end encourages women, minorities and persons from historically marginalized areas and groups with the requisite qualifications to apply for the advertised jobs.

Detailed job profiles and reference numbers can be accessed at www.cickenya.org.

If your career aspirations match the requirements of these exciting opportunities, please write in confidence quoting the job title on both the cover letter and envelope, before 13th April 2012.

Enclose your Curriculum Vitae containing an e-mail address, daytime telephone contact, qualifications, experience, copies of academic and professional qualifications and of ID/Passport, details on present position held, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees and send by email, post or hand delivered to:

The Chairman, Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution,
Parklands Plaza, Muthithi Road and Chiromo Lane Junction,
P.O. Box 48041-00100, Nairobi.

E-mail: chairapplications@cickenya.org

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Location: Nairobi
Description:

Principal Program Officer, Organization Development / Institutional Strengthening at Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

The Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) is a Constitutional Commission established under Section 5 of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution and Section 4 of the Commission of the Implementation of the Constitution Act, 2010. The function of the Commission is to monitor, facilitate and oversee the development of legislation and administrative procedures required to implement the Constitution. The Commission’s monitoring, facilitative and oversight roles involve scrutinizing the development and application of all policies, laws, systems and administrative procedures to ensure compliance with the letter and spirit of the Constitution. In addition, Section 15(d) of the Sixth schedule requires CIC to monitor the implementation of the system of devolved government effectively. The Commission is obligated, under Article 249 of the Constitution, to protect the sovereignty of the people, secure the observance by all state organs of democratic values and principles; and promote constitutionalism.

In order to ensure that the Commission delivers on its mandate, CIC is seeking to recruit high caliber, results oriented and self-driven professionals to provide leadership and operational management in the following roles:

PRINCIPAL PROGRAM OFFICER, ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT / INSTITUTIONAL STRENGTHENING

The Principal Program Officer, Organization Development and Institutional Strengthening will design and oversee the implementation of change management and institutional strengthening programs in conformity with the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research
• Undertake the review of institutional frameworks, systems and administrative procedures of implementing agencies to determine compliance with Constitution in line with the CIC mandate
• Facilitate, monitor and oversee organizational and institutional development
• Facilitate, monitor and oversee behavior and systems change and their application
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of the interventions and
• Prepare reports.

Qualifications and experience

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya; and
• At least ten (10) years experience in organization development or institutional strengthening, seven (7) of which should be at a senior level or senior management level in State or Non-state organizations.

Required Skills and Personal Attributes
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:

• Knowledge and ability in the institutional strengthening and/or organization development;
• Strong problem analysis and solving skills; and
• Excellent in oral and written communication skills.

The above positions are extremely exciting and CIC will offer competitive packages for the right candidates.

Each applicant must:-

• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
• Have an understanding of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Not be active in any political party;
• Have utmost personal integrity;
• Be results-oriented and have ability to effectively deliver quality work under very tight deadlines;
• Work long hours under demanding circumstances with minimal supervision;
• Have computer proficiency in packages for application in area of specialisation and general IT know how in the use of office application packages;
• Willing to selflessly and impartially serve the people of Kenya under the new dispensation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and
• Have work ethic that is informed by the national values and principles of Article 10 of the Constitution and apply a human rights based approach.

CIC is committed to respect the national values and principles and, the Bill of Rights of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, with respect to recruitment of staff. CIC is further committed to implementing affirmative action measures and to this end encourages women, minorities and persons from historically marginalized areas and groups with the requisite qualifications to apply for the advertised jobs.

Detailed job profiles and reference numbers can be accessed at www.cickenya.org.

If your career aspirations match the requirements of these exciting opportunities, please write in confidence quoting the job title on both the cover letter and envelope, before 13th April 2012.

Enclose your Curriculum Vitae containing an e-mail address, daytime telephone contact, qualifications, experience, copies of academic and professional qualifications and of ID/Passport, details on present position held, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees and send by email, post or hand delivered to:

The Chairman, Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution,
Parklands Plaza, Muthithi Road and Chiromo Lane Junction,
P.O. Box 48041-00100, Nairobi.

E-mail: chairapplications@cickenya.org

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Senior Program Officer, Legislative Drafting at Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

The Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) is a Constitutional Commission established under Section 5 of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution and Section 4 of the Commission of the Implementation of the Constitution Act, 2010. The function of the Commission is to monitor, facilitate and oversee the development of legislation and administrative procedures required to implement the Constitution. The Commission’s monitoring, facilitative and oversight roles involve scrutinizing the development and application of all policies, laws, systems and administrative procedures to ensure compliance with the letter and spirit of the Constitution. In addition, Section 15(d) of the Sixth schedule requires CIC to monitor the implementation of the system of devolved government effectively. The Commission is obligated, under Article 249 of the Constitution, to protect the sovereignty of the people, secure the observance by all state organs of democratic values and principles; and promote constitutionalism.

In order to ensure that the Commission delivers on its mandate, CIC is seeking to recruit high caliber, results oriented and self-driven professionals to provide leadership and operational management in the following roles:

SENIOR PROGRAM OFFICER, LEGISLATIVE DRAFTING
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The Senior Program Officer, Legislative Drafting will provide technical support for the drafting of bills reviewed by CIC in conformity with the letter and spirit of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research
• Draft bills required for the implementation of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and prepare accompanying reports
• Make recommendations for amendments of existing legislation to ensure compliance with the constitution of Kenya 2010; and
• Prepare reports.

Qualifications and Experience

• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law from a university recognized in Kenya and a postgraduate qualification in legislative drafting; A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage;
• At least Six (6) years legal work experience, three (3) of which must be in legislative drafting at middle level or middle management level in a State or Non-state organizations.

Required Skills and Personal Attributes
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:

• Knowledge of legislative drafting
• Strong program management skills
• Strong problem solving and critical analysis and
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

The above positions are extremely exciting and CIC will offer competitive packages for the right candidates.

Each applicant must:-

• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
• Have an understanding of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Not be active in any political party;
• Have utmost personal integrity;
• Be results-oriented and have ability to effectively deliver quality work under very tight deadlines;
• Work long hours under demanding circumstances with minimal supervision;
• Have computer proficiency in packages for application in area of specialisation and general IT know how in the use of office application packages;
• Willing to selflessly and impartially serve the people of Kenya under the new dispensation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and
• Have work ethic that is informed by the national values and principles of Article 10 of the Constitution and apply a human rights based approach.

CIC is committed to respect the national values and principles and, the Bill of Rights of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, with respect to recruitment of staff. CIC is further committed to implementing affirmative action measures and to this end encourages women, minorities and persons from historically marginalized areas and groups with the requisite qualifications to apply for the advertised jobs.

Detailed job profiles and reference numbers can be accessed at www.cickenya.org.

If your career aspirations match the requirements of these exciting opportunities, please write in confidence quoting the job title on both the cover letter and envelope, before 13th April 2012.

Enclose your Curriculum Vitae containing an e-mail address, daytime telephone contact, qualifications, experience, copies of academic and professional qualifications and of ID/Passport, details on present position held, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees and send by email, post or hand delivered to:

The Chairman, Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution,
Parklands Plaza, Muthithi Road and Chiromo Lane Junction,
P.O. Box 48041-00100, Nairobi.

E-mail: chairapplications@cickenya.org

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Principal Program Officer, Legislative Drafting at Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

The Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) is a Constitutional Commission established under Section 5 of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution and Section 4 of the Commission of the Implementation of the Constitution Act, 2010. The function of the Commission is to monitor, facilitate and oversee the development of legislation and administrative procedures required to implement the Constitution. The Commission’s monitoring, facilitative and oversight roles involve scrutinizing the development and application of all policies, laws, systems and administrative procedures to ensure compliance with the letter and spirit of the Constitution. In addition, Section 15(d) of the Sixth schedule requires CIC to monitor the implementation of the system of devolved government effectively. The Commission is obligated, under Article 249 of the Constitution, to protect the sovereignty of the people, secure the observance by all state organs of democratic values and principles; and promote constitutionalism.

In order to ensure that the Commission delivers on its mandate, CIC is seeking to recruit high caliber, results oriented and self-driven professionals to provide leadership and operational management in the following roles:

PRINCIPAL PROGRAM OFFICER, LEGISLATIVE DRAFTING

The Principal Program Officer, Legislative Drafting will coordinate the activities of the technical support team and provide technical support in the review of bills by CIC in conformity with the letter and spirit of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research
• Prepare reports
• Draft proposed amendments to bills required for the implementation of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and prepare accompanying reports; and
• Make recommendations for amendments of existing legislation to ensure compliance with the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Qualifications and Experience

• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law and a Master’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya and, a postgraduate qualification in legislative drafting;
• At least ten (10) years legal work experience seven (7) of which must be in legislative drafting at senior level or senior management level in State or Non-state organizations.

Required Skills and Personal Attributes
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:

• Knowledge of legislative drafting
• Strong program management skills
• Strong problem solving and critical analytical and
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

The above positions are extremely exciting and CIC will offer competitive packages for the right candidates.

Each applicant must:-

• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
• Have an understanding of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Not be active in any political party;
• Have utmost personal integrity;
• Be results-oriented and have ability to effectively deliver quality work under very tight deadlines;
• Work long hours under demanding circumstances with minimal supervision;
• Have computer proficiency in packages for application in area of specialisation and general IT know how in the use of office application packages;
• Willing to selflessly and impartially serve the people of Kenya under the new dispensation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and
• Have work ethic that is informed by the national values and principles of Article 10 of the Constitution and apply a human rights based approach.

CIC is committed to respect the national values and principles and, the Bill of Rights of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, with respect to recruitment of staff. CIC is further committed to implementing affirmative action measures and to this end encourages women, minorities and persons from historically marginalized areas and groups with the requisite qualifications to apply for the advertised jobs.

Detailed job profiles and reference numbers can be accessed at www.cickenya.org.

If your career aspirations match the requirements of these exciting opportunities, please write in confidence quoting the job title on both the cover letter and envelope, before 13th April 2012.

Enclose your Curriculum Vitae containing an e-mail address, daytime telephone contact, qualifications, experience, copies of academic and professional qualifications and of ID/Passport, details on present position held, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees and send by email, post or hand delivered to:

The Chairman, Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution,
Parklands Plaza, Muthithi Road and Chiromo Lane Junction,
P.O. Box 48041-00100, Nairobi.

E-mail: chairapplications@cickenya.org

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Location: Nairobi
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Director, Programs at Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

The Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) is a Constitutional Commission established under Section 5 of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution and Section 4 of the Commission of the Implementation of the Constitution Act, 2010. The function of the Commission is to monitor, facilitate and oversee the development of legislation and administrative procedures required to implement the Constitution. The Commission’s monitoring, facilitative and oversight roles involve scrutinizing the development and application of all policies, laws, systems and administrative procedures to ensure compliance with the letter and spirit of the Constitution. In addition, Section 15(d) of the Sixth schedule requires CIC to monitor the implementation of the system of devolved government effectively. The Commission is obligated, under Article 249 of the Constitution, to protect the sovereignty of the people, secure the observance by all state organs of democratic values and principles; and promote constitutionalism.

In order to ensure that the Commission delivers on its mandate, CIC is seeking to recruit high caliber, results oriented and self-driven professionals to provide leadership and operational management in the following roles:

DIRECTOR, PROGRAMS

Reporting to the Secretary/Chief Executive Officer, the Director Programs will provide strategic leadership and operational management in the implementation of CIC’s programs in line with the Commission’s Strategic Plan and the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic planning: In consultation with the Commissioners, design and oversee the implementation of program strategies and policies to ensure robust implementation of the Commission’s programs
• Program management: Oversee the delivery of the Commission’s program mandate in line with the Commission’s strategic objectives
• Program monitoring and evaluation: Develop and oversee the application of appropriate guidelines to monitor and evaluate program activities on a regular basis to ensure compliance with the approved work plans and execution timelines
• Resource mobilization: Prepare proposals for resource mobilization
• Reporting: Coordinate the preparation of quality reports

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya; and
• At least twelve (12) years work experience in program coordination, administration or management, eight (8) of which should be at senior level or senior management level in State or Non-state organizations.

Required Skills and Personal Attributes
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:

• Knowledge and understanding of policy development, legislation, institutional reforms and the development and application of administrative procedures;
• Strong program management skills with a proven track record in managing complex, multi-faceted programs;
• Competencies in strategic planning ,monitoring and evaluation;
• A creative and astute planner who is innovative in work flow design and management; and
• A self-motivated and an effective communicator with excellent people-leadership abilities.

The above positions are extremely exciting and CIC will offer competitive packages for the right candidates.

Each applicant must:-

• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
• Have an understanding of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Not be active in any political party;
• Have utmost personal integrity;
• Be results-oriented and have ability to effectively deliver quality work under very tight deadlines;
• Work long hours under demanding circumstances with minimal supervision;
• Have computer proficiency in packages for application in area of specialisation and general IT know how in the use of office application packages;
• Willing to selflessly and impartially serve the people of Kenya under the new dispensation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and
• Have work ethic that is informed by the national values and principles of Article 10 of the Constitution and apply a human rights based approach.

CIC is committed to respect the national values and principles and, the Bill of Rights of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, with respect to recruitment of staff. CIC is further committed to implementing affirmative action measures and to this end encourages women, minorities and persons from historically marginalized areas and groups with the requisite qualifications to apply for the advertised jobs.

Detailed job profiles and reference numbers can be accessed at www.cickenya.org.

If your career aspirations match the requirements of these exciting opportunities, please write in confidence quoting the job title on both the cover letter and envelope, before 13th April 2012.

Enclose your Curriculum Vitae containing an e-mail address, daytime telephone contact, qualifications, experience, copies of academic and professional qualifications and of ID/Passport, details on present position held, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees and send by email, post or hand delivered to:

The Chairman, Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution,
Parklands Plaza, Muthithi Road and Chiromo Lane Junction,
P.O. Box 48041-00100, Nairobi.

E-mail: chairapplications@cickenya.org

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Location: Nairobi
URL: http://www.somaliangoconsortium.org/careers

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Deputy Nutrition Adviser at Save the Children in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Career and Vacancies

DEPUTY NUTRITION ADVISER

Save the Children is the world’s largest independent children’s organization, making immediate and long-lasting improvements to children’s lives in over 120 countries worldwide. Save the Children is made up of 27 member organisations across the globe.

Through Unified Presence, Save the Children aims to create a stronger voice for children by unifying the operations in all countries where more than one Save the Children Member organizations operates.

This will result in one organisation at the national level in each country and a unified Programme delivery structure for all Save the Children Alliance Members.

Save the Children has a long history of working in partnership in Somalia and it is one of the
leading Ingo’s working in Somalia for the rights of children.

Save the Children has a unified presence in Somalia and Somaliland since January 2010 and is working in the thematic areas of education (including skills training for youth), health, protection and emergency responses.

Save the children has an operation in Somaliland, Puntland and South Central Somalia.

Due to constraints on security, and the need to liaise with UN agencies, other NGOs and donors the country office is based in Nairobi and senior managers and directors are expected to travel extensively to monitor and support programme work in all parts of Somalia that are accessible and where security threats are being effectively mitigated.

The Deputy Nutrition Adviser will assist in the formulation, planning, monitoring, and evaluation of Nutrition project(s) of Save the Children Somalia/Somaliland and to ensure quality and impact of the emergency nutrition interventions through facilitation, technical support and capacity building of field staff and partners in all the supported regions of Somalia.

The post holder will be responsible for providing strengthened support through regular field visits, regular on the job mentoring and capacity building, monitoring the programme quality and adherence to nutritional protocols and standards, data management (i.e. compilation, analysis and reporting etc), and documentation of lessons learned and innovations.

The Deputy Nutrition Adviser will work closely with the country and regional response teams to identify and give technical inputs on the nutrition related challenges.

He/she will also focus on the quality and timely submission of monthly, quarterly, mid-term and final project reports.

He/she will also be frequently travelling to the field to monitor the overall implementation and progress of nutrition activities.

You will have at least five years of hands on experience in the management of emergency
nutrition programs in the humanitarian field (Field work experience);
be familiar with the emergency Nutrition intervention Guidelines, protocols and procedures (Nutrition interventions and surveys); be an expert in Project Cycle Management and programme formulation; have good analytical capacity; have solid training and team management skills; have solid budget management skills; have good communication skills; with knowledge of informatics : Word, Excel and PowerPoint and ENA for SMART and SPSS; excellent speaking, writing and reading
Knowledge of English is required and Somali is desirable and excellent reporting skills.

For additional information on the job description, working context, person’s specifications, please visit: www.somaliangoconsortium.org

Our selection processes reflect our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Our
people are as diverse as the challenges we face.

Applications should be forwarded to: vacancies@scsom.org

Application Closing Date: Friday 9th March 2012.

However, the closing date may be earlier than this date due to the urgency in filling the position

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Location: Nairobi
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Deputy Secretary – Legal & Advisory at Commission on Administrative Justice in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Career and Vacancies

The Commission on Administrative Justice (Office of the Ombudsman) is an Independent Constitutional Commission established under section 59 of the Constitution of Kenya. Its core mandate is to investigate any conduct in state affairs, maladministration, complaints of abuse of power, unfair treatment, manifest injustice or unlawful, oppressive, unfair or unresponsive official conduct within the Public Sector, and to generally ensure compliance with the tenets of integrity, good governance and responsiveness.

In order to deliver on its mandate, the Commission wishes to fill the following key positions with suitably qualified candidates.

“Hata Mnyonge ana Haki”

DEPUTY SECRETARY – LEGAL & ADVISORY

Key Tasks

• Ensures there is adequate legal capacity to carry out the Commissions’ mandate;
• In consultation with the Chair, lead in the preparation of sound Advisory Opinions;
• Supervises the handling of all Complaints and Clients;
• Promotes Constitutionalism and observance of human rights, including protection of the rights of minorities and marginalized in the context of the Commission’s mandate;
• Design and facilitate mechanisms for formal Hearings and Inquiries by the Commission;
• Puts in place policies and strategies to ensure structures are managed by professional and competent staff;
• Ensures implementation of best practices in carrying out the strategies of the Commission;
• Prepares periodic reports providing the status of the various complaints for monitoring and evaluation purposes;
• Provides recommendations or remedial alternatives for resolution of dispute, and design effective mechanisms of ensuring compliance;
• Reviews modes of receiving complaints and synchronizes the physical and electronic files;
• In consultation with the Chair, responsible for representation of the Commission in any litigation and/or amicus briefs;
• Develops modes and mechanisms for mediation and reconciliation by the Commission where appropriate;
• Provide input in design, and act as liason person with Civic Educators
• Any other duties that may assigned from time to time.

Person Requirements:

• Masters degree and a Bachelor of Laws from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
• Practicing Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Must demonstrate proficiency in use of computer applications;
• At least 8 years experience at senior management levels or a litigator;
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience;
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills;
• Fluent in both English and Kiswahili;
• Must meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution;
• Must be a citizen of Kenya.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application together with an up to date curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, email and telephone contacts together with names, telephone and mail contacts of three (3) referees who must be familiar with the candidates previous work experience.

Applications should be addressed as detailed below and be sent by post or hand delivered to the Commission offices situated on the 6th Floor of the Prime Minister’s Building, to be received not later than 5.00pm on Friday 23rd March, 2012.

The Envelope shall be addressed as follows:-

The Commission Secretary
Commission on Administrative Justice
6th Floor, Prime Minister’s Building
Harambee Avenue
P.O. BOX 20414-00200,
NAIROBI

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Location: Nairobi
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Procurement Officer I at Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) in Nairobi– Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is an independent National Human Rights Institution created by Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and established by the Government of Kenya through an Act of Parliament (the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act, 2011) and under the United Nations Paris Principles. KNCHR’s mandate includes furthering the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya, acting as a watchdog over the Government in the area of human rights, and the provision of leadership in moving the country towards a human rights state. KNCHR fulfils its human rights mandate through a number of programmes, including Research and Compliance, Public Education and Training, Complaints and Investigations, Redress and Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. The Commission’s main office is in Nairobi with two regional offices in Wajir and Kitale. Officers may serve in the Head Office or in any of the regional offices.

KNCHR hereby invites applications for the following position in its head office:

*PROCUREMENT OFFICER I *

Ref: HR/ADMIN/PO/012/1
Reports To: Senior Procurement Officer
Location: Head Office
Duration: 5 Years Contract
Salary Range: Kshs. 63,988 – Kshs 89,746

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Implement internal controls, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with procurement control procedures.
• Receive approved requisitions and prepare and dispatch local purchase orders (LPOs) as needed for provisions and follow-up to ensure timely delivery.
• Ensure quality products and services are sourced and supplied at the best prices and generate purchase reports as required.
• Monitor unfilled orders and if necessary consult the Senior Procurement Officer for guidance on alternative suppliers.
• Verify bills/invoices against orders before forwarding for authorisation and for payment.
• Participate in conducting regular market surveys on prices.
• Maintain and update records including files, supplier/contractor databases, and contract documents.
• Maintain good working relationships with suppliers and ensure regular and effective communication to ensure that ordered goods or services are delivered within the agreed delivery time and specifications

Skills, Experience & Academic Qualifications

• A degree in Business Administration with specialization in supply chain management or a relevant field
• Post-graduate Diploma in Procurement or equivalent qualification
• At least 3 years’ work experience in a similar role
• Must be a Member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or a recognized procurement professional body.
• Be conversant with the Public Procurement Act and Regulations

KNCHR is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive remuneration commensurate to qualifications and experience.

If you possess the above qualities for any of the positions, please send your application Cleary indicating the position and the Ref No. on both the letter and envelope, together with a detailed C.V, a daytime telephone contact, and names and telephone contacts of three referees to reach us by 07th March 2012 to:

The Commission Secretary,
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Lenana Road, CVS Plaza, 1st Floor
P. O. Box 74359-00200
Nairobi.

Email: recruitments@knchr.org

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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Location: Nairobi
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Human Resource and Administration Consultant at Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

HUMAN RESOURCE AND ADMINISTRATION CONSULTANT

The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) is a national Non-Governmental Organization with the Mission of promoting, protecting and enhancing the enjoyment of all human rights by all individuals and groups. To achieve this Mission, our firm belief is that it largely depends on the extent to which human rights practices are adequately rooted in communities. Our approach therefore seeks to promote the culture of self-reliance amongst communities in order to enhance their independence and by extension their human dignity.

KHRC seeks to recruit a dynamic, well organized, highly motivated and results oriented individual to be a Human Resource and Administration Consultant based in Nairobi, Kenya for a period of six (6) months.

This individual should be seconded from a Human Resource consulting firm.

Purpose of the Job
To contribute to the fulfilment of the organization’s Mission and strategic objectives by providing expertise in all aspects of the human resources and administration functions by ensuring the availability of a competent and well-motivated staff in line with KHRC’s policies and procedures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out administration and implementation of HR strategies focusing on achievement of the required results;
• Assist in the interpretation and implementation of KHRC HR policies and procedures;
• Assist in the design and implementation of organizational change processes needed to achieve organizational goals;
• Assist in staff acquisition which will involve HR planning, recruitment, selection, placement and induction with a focus on diversity;
• Data management which involves leave planning and administration, maintenance of HR records for all staff and to ensure proper documentation are kept;
• Co-ordinate staff performance evaluation;
• Support training and development activities including managing the annual training budget, Coordination of learning and motivational programmes;
• Provide information on payroll action as per set guidelines.
• Fostering a workplace environment consistent with the organization’s values, mission and vision;
• Assist in ensuring KHRC’s compliance with all national legal and statutory requirements for the management of its HR resources;
• Manage tenancy services by ensuring a work friendly office environment;
• Providing administrative support to the Executive Director.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• A Bachelors degree in social science, business administration or its equivalent from a recognized university;
• A higher diploma in human resources management;
• A minimum 4 years of related experience;
• Good practical understanding of human resource functions, preferably in the NGO sector;
• Understanding of human resource reporting and record keeping requirements;
• Working knowledge of HRMIS is an added advantage;
• Up to date knowledge of national and international labour laws governing employment;
• Self motivated, organized, collegial and ability to work well under pressure;
• Willing to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision;
• Ability to resolve conflicts;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people.

Applicants should send a cover letter attaching a detailed C.V., photocopies of certificates and testimonials, current telephone/mobile numbers, names and addresses of three (3) referees and a statement of present and expected gross salary before end of the day, February 22, 2012 to: –

mnamusonge@khrc.or.ke and admin@khrc.or.ke

The KHRC is an equal opportunity employer and will seek to recruit the most qualified person for the job irrespective of race, color, marital status, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation or nationality.

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification.

Only successful candidates will be contacted

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