THE NATIONAL GENDER AND EQUALITY COMMISSION. A society that upholds gender equality, dignity, respect and fairness for all JOB VACANCIES

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1 THE NATIONAL GENDER AND EQUALITY COMMISSION OUR VISION A society that upholds gender equality, dignity, respect and fairness for all OUR MISSION To effectively and efficiently promote gender equality and freedom from discrimination for all persons in kenya JOB VACANCIES The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) invites applications form suitably qualified candidates for the following positions: Please Note that The Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with Disability, Youth, People from minority and marginalized groups and communities who meet the requirements of the advertised jobs are especially encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted condidates will be notified. 1 P a g e

2 PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO CHAIRPERSON (NGEC 4) ENTRY Kshs. 230, p.m 5 year contract renewable NGEC/HR/2/2016-1post The Personal Assistant to the Chairperson of the Commission is responsible to provide technical and administrative assistance and support to the office of the Chairperson. Requirements for the Appointment For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:- i. A Bachelor of law degree from a recognized institution ii. iii. iv. A master s degree in Law or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution Be an advocate of the High court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate Relevant experience in areas of human rights with focus on economic, social and cultural rights and international reporting, gender and working with marginalized groups, women, persons with disabilities and children; v. Very good research, writing, communication and presentation skills; vi. vii. viii. ix. Excellent computer skills; Good interpersonal and people management skills; Good organizational and analytical skills; Has at least 5 years relevant experience x. Honest, transparent and demonstrate high level of integrity; xi. Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Duties and Responsibilities include:- i) To provide support to the office of the Chairperson both programmatically and administratively; ii) To manage the Chairperson s diary; iii) To coordinate, facilitate and attend meetings assigned by the Chairperson; 2 P a g e

3 iv) To assist in organizing Commission s statutory meetings and any other meetings as required; v) To undertake research on issues related to the mandate of the Commission for the Chairperson; vi) To draft opinions and advice the Chairperson on topical issues as they arise relating to Commission s mandate; vii) To prepare briefs and presentations for the Chairperson; viii) To represent the Chairperson in meetings as may be required and /or assigned; and ix) To undertake any other duties that may be assigned by the Chairperson, from time to time. PRINCIPAL PROGRAMME OFFICER (NGEC 5) ENTRY Kshs. 180,000 p.m 5 year contract renewable NGEC/HR/3/2016-1post Requirements for the Appointment For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:- i) A Bachelor s Degree in Law, Gender studies, Sociology, Business/Public Administration or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution ii) A Masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage iii) A minimum of 5 years work experience on programs related to any one of the following fields: Gender, human rights, public education, social research and development iv) A demostrable understanding of equality and inclusion issues for special interest groups as defined in the Constitution of Kenya v) Must have knowledge in use of computer applications vi) Must have a thorough understanding of National goals, policies and development objectives as in Kenya Vision vii) Demonstrated professional competence and administrative ability as shown in work performance and results. 3 P a g e

4 Duties and Responsibilities include: The Officer will be responsible to a Programme Manager. Duties and responsibilities to this post include: i) Developing, implementation and evaluations of strategies and interventions promoting equality and inclusion for special interest groups. ii) Developing program thematic strategies in line with the overall NGEC strategic plan and programming guidelines iii) Preparing and implementing departmental workplans and budgets iv) Designing and supporting cross-cutting operational research, advocacy work and public education in the commission s programmes v) Enforcing the implementation of the rights-based approaches and the social inclusion analysis in programming work vi) Coordinating capacity building initiatives fro program officers and assistants, public and private sector for the purpose of promoting gender equality and freedomm from discrimation vii) Developing and maintaining sustained partnership, strategic linkages and alliances with all the stakeholders identified by the commission viii) Developing and implementing public and private monitoring and audit strategy and plans for various thematic groups ix) Identifying new funding sources and generating concept ontes and proposals in line with thematic strategies x) Preparing monthly, quartely and annual program reports SENIOR LEGAL OFFICER - (NGEC 5 ) Entry Kshs. 180, p.m 5 year contract, Renewable NGEC/HR/4/ Post Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:- 4 P a g e

5 i) Served in the grade of Legal Officer I or in a relevant and comparable position for a minimum period of five years doing with focus on human rights, inclusion and litigation especially public interest. ii) iii) iv) Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution Post graudate diploma from Kenya school of Law Be an advocate of High Court of Kenya with a current practing certificate v) Have a sound understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 vi) vii) Certificate in computer applications from recognized institution; and Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results. Duties and responsibilities The Officer will be responsible to the Principal Legal Officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:- i) Representing the Commission in court of law ii) iii) iv) Drafting legal pleadings especially in public interest litigation Advising the Commission on legal matters Liaising with external lawyers and commissions stakeholders v) Ensuring compliance with all legal requirements by the Commission; vi) Formulating, reviewing and follow-up of Commissions legal policies, contracts, Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) and all other legal documents; vii) viii) ix) Receiving and processing complaints and carrying out investigations Maintaining complaints and investigations files, records, and data bases; Conducting research in legal issues falling within the Commission s mandate; x) Facilitating mechanisms for formal hearings and inquiries by the Commission; xi) xii) Preparing investigations, rapid response, research and inquiry reports; Attending court on behalf of the Commission. 5 P a g e

6 LEGAL OFFICER II- (NGEC 6) kshs. 130,000.00p.m 5 year contract renewable NGEC/HR/5/2016-1post Requirements for the Appointment For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have: i) A Bachelor s Degree in Law from a recognized institution ii) Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law iii) Be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current praticing certificate iv) A minimum of 3 years post admission experience in legal practice v) Possess a Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution ix) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results. Duties and Responsibilities include: The Officer will be responsible to the Senior Legal Officer Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:- i) Assisting in legal advisories on legal issues arising within the Commission s mandate; ii) Representing the Commission in legal matters iii) Assisting in formulating, reviewing and follow-up of Commission s legal policies, contracts, Memorandum of understanding (MOUs) and any other legal documents; iv) Receiving and processing of day-to-day complaints v) Archiving data on legal issues vi) Conducting field visits and investigation missions; vii) Undertaking research in line with the Commission s mandate; viii) Assisting in facilitation of formal hearing and inquiries by the Commission ix) Attending court on behalf of the Commission. 6 P a g e

7 ADMINISTRATION OFFICER II (NGEC 7) ENTRY Kshs. 95, p.m 5 year contract, Renewable NGEC/HR/6/ Post Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:- i) A higher diploma/diploma in any of the following disciplines:- social sciences, business/ public administration or any other comparable qualifications from a recognized institution; ii) Diploma/certificate in Facility or Fleet Management is an added advantage iii) At least three years experience in office administration iv) Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; v) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results Duties and Responsibilities i) Ensuring quality and good state of commission facilities including repairs and maintenance for their full time availability and functionality. ii) Ensuring facilities and office spaces are clean at all times and are well organized iii) Operating office equipment and machines iv) Applying and obtaining permits and ensuring all compliances with relevant authorities. v) Timely generation, and processing of payments of all utilities and keeping clear records of the same. vi) Ensuring the commission fleet is in good condition and repairs are timely done vii) Supervise and direct commission drivers, office assistants, and receptionists viii) Deal with outgoing mails to ensure timely delivery ix) Prepare and submit monthly facility and fleet reports 7 P a g e

8 PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER III - (NGEC 8) ENTRY Kshs. 70, year contract renewable NGEC/HR/7/ post Requirements for Appointment:- For appointment to this grade, a candidate must: i) A Diploma in any of the following disciplines Mass/Communication Studies, Public Relations, Journalism or any relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; ii) At least three years experience in public communications iii) Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution iv) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results Duties and Responsibilities include:- i) Assisting in preparation of appropriate print, promotional materials, television and radio programs to disseminate information on activities of the Commission; ii) Assist in documenting the Commission s events through video, photography and press cuttings; iii) Assist with preparing and placement of radio and TV infomercials; iv) Collection of materials for Commission s newsletters, resource center, and for placement in shared drives v) Assisting in generating information for the Commission s website, and preparation of exhibitions and trade fairs. 8 P a g e

9 INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY III (NGEC 8) ENTRY Kshs. 70, p.m 5 year contract renewable NGEC/HR/8/ post Requirements for Appointment:- For appointment to this grade, a candidate must: i) Diploma in any of the following disciplines;- Computer Science, Information, Communication Technology or in any other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; ii) At least three years experience in information communication technology iii) Certificate in computer applications from recognized institution; iv) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results Duties and Responsibilities include:- i) Assisting with analysis, designing, coding, testing, implementing computer programs; ii) Assist with provision of user support systems and training of users; iii) Provide support in repairing and maintaining of information communication technology and associated peripherals; iv) Responsible for the ICT help desk; v) Assist with routine backing up of Commission s data and files in designated drives; vi) Assisting with general maintenance and updating of Commission website RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER III - (NGEC 8) ENTRY Kshs. 70, p.m 5 year contract renewable NGEC/HR/9/ post Requirements for Appointment:- For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:- 9 P a g e

10 i) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C plain for the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; ii) A Diploma in Records/Information Management or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; iii) At least three years experience in records management iv) Certificate in computer applications from recognized institution; v) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results Duties and Responsibilities include:- i) Responsible for registry; ii) Receiving, sorting and categorizing letters for actions; iii) Controlling and opening of files and updating file index; iv) Ensuring security of information/files in the registry and in general circulation; v) Maintaining an up-to-date document/file movement records; vi) Dispatching of mails; and guiding on files disposal; vii) Ascertaining general cleanliness of the registry, SENIOR SECRETARY - (NGEC 8) ENTRY Kshs. 70, year contract renewable NGEC/HR/10/ posts Requirements for Appointment:- For appointment to this grade, a candidate must: i) Have served in the grade of Senior Personal Secretary or comparable position in the public sector for minimum period of three (3) years; ii) iii) Possess a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; Possess the following qualifications from the Kenya National Examination Council:- Typewriting III (minimum 50 w.p.m)/computerized document processing III Shorthand III (100 w.p.m) 10 P a g e

11 Business English III/Communication II Commerce II Secretarial Duties II Office Practice II Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III iv) Certificate in computer applications (windows, ms-word, ms-excel, ms-access and internet) from a recognized institution and v) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results Duties and Responsibilities include:- i) Recording dictation in shorthand and transcribing it in typewritten form; ii) Typing from drafts, manuscripts or recording from dictation machines; iii) Processing data and operating office equipment; iv) Attending to visitors and clients; v) Handling telephone calls and appointments; vi) Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents including classified materials and vii) Preparing responses to simple routine correspondences. Note: This post (NGEC/HR/10/2016) is available for NGEC regional offices as follows:- Nakuru (Tamoh Plaza, 1 st Floor, Kijabe Street) - 1 Post Kisumu (Reinsurance Plaza, 3 rd Floor, Bank Street) - 1 Post Garissa (Thika-Garissa Road, Tana River Bridge, Opposite Care International) - 1 Post * Please indicate your station of interest. For this post you can drop your application in the preferred/nearest station or at the headquarters. DRIVERS (NGEC 9) ENTRY Kshs. 47, p.m 5 year contract, Renewable NGEC/HR/11/ Posts 11 P a g e

12 Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:- i) Served as a Driver for a minimum period of five years; ii) A valid driving license with current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicles the officer is required to drive; iii) Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution is an added advantage; iv) Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course at any recognized institution; v) Attended a Refresher Course for drivers vi) Certificate of Good Conduct vii) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results Duties and Responsibilities include:- i) Driving motor vehicle as authorized; ii) Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre presssure; iii) Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems; iv) Maintenance of work ticket for vehicles assigned; v) Ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road; vi) Ensuring safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; vii) Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle OFFICE ASSISTANT (NGEC 10) ENTRY Kshs. 37, p.m 5 year contract, Renewable NGEC/HR/12/ Posts Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:- 12 P a g e

13 i) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) mean grade D plus or its approved equivalent; ii) Certificate in any course lasting one month or more from a recognized institution; iii) A good School Leaving Certificate. Duties and Responsibilities include:- i) Cleaning duties in the area of deployment; ii) Preparing tea and washing utensils; iii) To organize for photocopying of documents iv) To organize for binding of documents v) Performing messengerial duties including assisting with movement of office items and equipment; Note: This post (NGEC/HR/12/2016) is available for NGEC offices as follows:- Nairobi (Upperhill, Solution Tech Place Building, 1 st Floor, Longonot Road) - 1 Post Nakuru (Tamoh Plaza, 1 st Floor, Kijabe Street) - 1 Post Kisumu (Reinsurance Plaza, 3 rd Floor, Bank Street) - 1 Post Garissa (Thika-Garissa Road, Tana River Bridge, Opposite Care International) - 1 Post * Please indicate your station of interest. For this post you can drop your application in the preferred/nearest station. HOW TO APPLY i) Qualified candidate should submit their application together with detailed Curriculum Vitae; a copy of National Identity Card and certified copies of Academic Certificates, Testimonials and other relevant supporting documents ii) All applicants should state their present salary; iii) Attach a copy of the letter of substantive appointment to their current position where applicable iv) Provide names of three (3) referees with mobile and contacts. Applications should be addressed to: 13 P a g e The Commisson Secretary/CEO

14 National Gender and Equality Commission Solution Tech Building, Longonot Road, Upper Hill P O Box NAIROBI hr@ngeckenya.org To reach the Commission by post, hand delivery or via on or before 16 th May 2016, (latest by 5.00pm). 14 P a g e