Jobs in a Government Commission- NGEC (11 Positions)

National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC)

The National Gender and Equality Commission is a Constitutional Commission established pursuant to Article 59 (4) and (5) of the Kenya Constitution 2010 and established by the National Gender and Equality Commission Act, 2011. 

The key functions of the Commission include promoting gender and equality and freedom from discrimination principles in accordance with Article 27 of the Constitution and promoting integration of the principles of equality and freedom from discrimination in national and county policies, laws and administrative regulations.

In order to strengthen its capacity, the Commission is seeking to recruit suitable, qualified and highly committed individuals to fill the following positions.

The Commission is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from marginalized and vulnerable groups, Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities.

Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer: 

Ref: NGEC/AD/1/2012 - 1 Post

Reports to: The Commission
Duration: Five years contract renewable for a further term of five years once

The NGEC hereby invites applications from qualified and experienced Kenyans for the position of Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer

Key Roles and Responsibilities

The Secretary shall, in the performance of the functions and duties of office, be responsible to the Commission. The Secretary shall be the Chief Executive Officer and the Accounting Officer of the Commission. The Secretary shall be the head of the Secretariat and shall ensure the implementation of the Commission’s decisions, policies and programmes.

Specifically the Secretary shall be responsible for:

Providing leadership to the secretariat to ensure the Commission attains high level of professionalism and ethical standards in its mandate;

Driving the Commission’s vision and mission through effective and timely implementation of its strategic plan;

Preparing the Commission’s timely annual Budgets and estimates;

Ensuring prudent management of the Commission’s resources and assets;

Undertaking Resource mobilization role for the Commission’s activities;

Coordinating and supervising all human resource related matters;

Ensuring safe custody of all the Commissions documents;

Taking minutes at the Commission’s meetings;

Overseeing financial matters and general administration of the Commission;

Liaising with other stakeholders in fulfillment of the mandate of the Commission;

Performing other duties as may be assigned by the law and the Commission from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Be a citizen of Kenya;

Holds a degree from a University recognized in Kenya;

Has had at least 10 (ten) years proven relevant experience at management level;

Has extensive experience in public administration;

Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;

Must be computer literate;

Must demonstrate excellent understanding of the Commission’s mandate that include working with special interest groups including minorities and marginalized persons, women, persons with disabilities and children;

Must demonstrate good understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and the NGEC Act

2011;

A master’s degree in any relevant field will be an added advantage.

Legal Officer: 

Ref: NGEC/AD/2/2012- I Post

Reporting to the Deputy Commission Secretary Finance and Administration, the Legal Officer will be responsible for advising the Commission on all legal related matters and will assist in receiving, processing and management of complaints and referral system.

Duration: Five years contract renewable

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Advising and representing the Commission on legal matters.

Ensuring compliance with all legal requirements of the Commission.

Formulating, reviewing and following-up of Commissions’ Policies, Contracts, Agreements, MOUs etc;

Processing day to day complaints and undertake investigations;

Maintaining complaints and investigations files and records;

Conducting field visits and planning investigation missions;

Designing and facilitating mechanisms for formal hearings and inquiries by the Commission;

Ensuring representation of the Commission in court.

Qualifications Skills and Experience

Must be a citizen of Kenya;

Holder of a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) and hold a diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law;

Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;

Must be a member of the Law Society of Kenya;

At least five (3) years experience in legal work;

Must exhibit good understanding of human rights and equality and non-discrimination principles;

Must demonstrate excellent understanding of the Commission’s mandate that include working with special interest groups including minorities and marginalized persons, women, persons with disabilities and children;

Must demonstrate good understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 ;

Must possess good report writing and presentation skills;

Must gave good understanding of organizational and analytical skills;

Must be computer literate;

A Masters degree will be an added advantage.

ICT Officer 

Ref: NGEC/AD/3/2012– (1) Post

Reporting to Deputy Secretary Finance and Administration, the ICT Officer will be responsible for planning, monitoring and evaluating ICT programmes and activities to ensure that ICT policy and systems are developed and implemented in order to achieve the objectives of the Commission.

Duration: Five years contract renewable

Key Roles and responsibilities

Providing first line support on all general and Commission-specific software and hardware issues;

Communicating information on hardware and software issues to corporate ICT Services;

Solving ICT issues including remote access, emails and telephone;

Providing onsite technical support with hardware and software issues where needed, including travelling to other commission sites outside head Office;

Providing ICT point of contact to all users and third parties for all regional ICT matters, and escalate to ICT at the Headquarters issues that cannot be resolved locally;

Ensuring the maintenance of a healthy, safe and secure working environment through ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements in relation to ICT;

Implementing information security at the commission.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Must be a citizen of Kenya;

Must hold a degree in Information Systems Technology from a recognized University;

Three (3) years experience in ICT in a busy environment probably an institution;

Must exhibit integrity and have good interpersonal skills;

A master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Communication Officer: 

Ref: NGEC/AD/4/2012 -1 Post

Reporting to Deputy Secretary Finance and Administration, the Communication Officer is responsible for supporting or initiating activities that promote awareness of the Commission’s work among key stakeholders and decision makers and also performs public relations related duties.

Duration: Five years contract renewable

Key roles and responsibilities

Coordinating the development, production and circulation of Institutional publications;

Editing and coordinating the production of Working Papers and Research Reports;

Planning and implementing communication activities at international, regional and national levels;

Working with, and through, national, regional and international networks to facilitate engagement;

Supporting project-specific dissemination activities;

Identifying relevant TV/Radio programs and pitch for TV/Radio interviews the Commission;

Providing advice on website content and design.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

A degree in Communication from any recognized University;

Three (3) years experience in communication in a busy institution;;

Experience in Editing materials for publication, press statements and writing opinion pieces;

Excellent report writing skills;

Experience in Electronic Media production and development of IEC materials;

Experience in website administration, Media Liaison and IEC development;

Demonstrated experience in media, communication, human rights and social justice;

Good understanding of the key functions of the National Gender and Equality Commission;

Excellent Computer skills;

A master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Personal Assistance (PA) to the Chairperson: 

Ref: NGEC/AD/5/2012 1 Post

The PA reports to the Chairperson of the Commission and is responsible to provide administrative and technical assistance and support to the office of the Chairperson.

Duration: Five years contract renewable.

Key duties and responsibilities

Providing support to the office of the Chairperson both administratively and programmatically;

Managing the Chairperson’s diary;

Coordinating and facilitating meetings for the Chairperson;

Assisting in organizing Commissioners statutory meetings and any other meetings as required;

Undertaking research on issues related to the Commission’s mandate;

Drafting opinions for Chairperson on topical issues as they may arise;

Preparing briefs and presentations for the Chairperson;

Preparing presentation, speeches for the Chairperson;

Undertaking any other assignments that may arise from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

A degree in, law, social sciences or any other relevant field;

Relevant experience in the areas of human rights, gender and working with the marginalized groups, women. Persons with disabilities and children;

Very good writing, communication and presentation skills;

Excellent computer skills;

Good, interpersonal and people management skills;

Good organizational and analytical skills;

Three (3) years experience in the related field;

Honest, transparent and demonstrate high level of integrity;

Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.

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Please Note: The NGEC did advertise this position on 22nd March, 2012 in the daily newspapers.

However the scope and functions have changed and those who had applied are requested tore-apply.

Deputy Commission Secretary Finance and Administration 

Ref: NGEC/AD/6/2012 -1 Post

Duration: Five years contract renewable

Reporting to the Commission Secretary, the Deputy Secretary Finance and Administration is responsible for finance, human resource and administration matters of the Commission.

Roles and Responsibilities

Mobilizing and managing the financial resources of the commission;

Ensuring maintenance of proper books of Accounts;

Ensuring Preparation of annual Budgets and represent Commission in sector hearings and budget proposal forums;

Leading and guiding in budget approval meetings;

Preparing financial management and budget performance reports for the Commission;

Liaising with Kenya National Audit Auditors for efficient and timely audit of Commission accounts;

Liaising with Statutory and regulatory authorities on Financial and taxation requirements on behalf of the commission with a view of ensuring compliance;

Providing strategic direction in the performance of the Commission’s financial function and operations and ensure periodic reporting;

Overseeing the human resource function of the Commission;

Responsible for the professional management, and coordination of ICT and ensuring proper accounting procedures;

Overseeing the Commission’s procurement and warehousing functions and ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement and disposal Act and Regulations.

Performing such other duties that may be assigned by the Secretary to the Commission and the Commission from time to time.

Acing as the deputy to the Commission’s Secretary in his/her absence.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Be a citizen of Kenya;

Holds a degree from a recognized University in Kenya any of the following disciplines; Finance;

Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or Commerce;

CPA (K) and CPS;

Have at least 5-10 years proven relevant experience at senior management level with a demonstrated track record in delivering significant strategic initiatives;

Good appreciation and understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010;

Masters Degree in any relevant field will be an added advantage;

Must be computer literate.

Must meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution.

Must demonstrate excellent understanding of the Commission’s mandate that include working with special interest groups including minorities and marginalized persons, women, persons with disabilities and children.

Demonstrate good understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and the NGEC Act 2011.

Deputy Commission Secretary Programmes and Research

Ref: NGEC/AD/7/2012 1 Post

Reporting to the Commission Secretary, the Deputy Commission Secretary Programmes and Research is responsible for developing programmes, undertaking research and monitoring and evaluation.

Duration: Five years contract renewable

Roles and Responsibilities

Ensuring preparations, implementation and evaluation of the Commission’s workplans;

Ensuring strategic leadership in project proposals, development and management;

Taking leadership in developing of M and E Indicators for tracking implementation progress;

Establishing linkages with key stakeholders and partners;

Managing the process of carrying out relevant research on emerging issues within the mandate of the commission;

Preparing periodic reports providing the status of the various complaints/investigations for monitoring and evaluating purposes;

Collating research on current trends of dispute resolution with comparable institutions;

Developing and implementing best practices policies, procedures and systems for research;

Perform such other duties that maybe assigned by the Secretary to the Commission and by the commission from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Be a citizen of Kenya;

Holds a degree from a recognized University recognized in Kenya in any of the following disciplines; Social Sciences, Public, Finance, Law, Business Administration, Logistics or any other degree in any related field;

Have at least 5-10 years proven relevant experience at senior management level with a demonstrated track record in delivering significant strategic initiatives;

Good appreciation and understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 ;

Masters Degree in any relevant field will be an added advantage;

Must be computer literate.

Must meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution.

Project management, Monitoring and Evaluation skills will be an added advantage

Demonstrate excellent understanding of the Commission’s mandate that include working with special interest groups including minorities and marginalized persons, women, persons with disabilities and children.

Demonstrate good understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and the NGEC Act 2011.

Programme Officers 

Ref: NGEC/AD/8/2012– Four (4) Posts

Reporting to the Deputy Commission Secretary, (Programmes and Research) the Programme
Officers will be responsible for the preparation and implementation of workplans in order to achieve the mandates of the Commission.

Duties and Responsibilities

Preparing and implementing respective workplans.

Preparing proposals to enable sourcing funds;

Assisting in preparation of budget proposals for the implementation of annual workplans;

Facilitating and establishing strategic linkages with development partners and stakeholders;

Preparing quarterly and annual reports;

Organizing workshops, conferences and seminars; and

Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of Commission programmes.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Must be a citizen of Kenya;

Must hold Bachelor’s Degree in any of the listed field: Social Science , Gender, Law, Human Rights or any other relevant field from a recognized University;

A minimum of 3 years working experience in programming capacity in any of the fields named: gender, human rights, development and governance, working with persons with disabilities, youth, children and marginalized communities and the elderly;

Demonstrate Knowledge of project design and development and implementation;

Excellent communication skills;

Must be computer literate;

A master’s degree will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

Manual applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the Position applied for and the Reference Number and addressed to:

The Chairperson
National Gender And Equality Commission
P.O. Box 27512 – 00506, Nairobi
OR hand delivered and signed for at the Chairperson’s office on 24th floor, NSSF Building, Block
A, Eastern Wing .

Applications may also be submitted online as a Ms Word attachment with scanned copies of certificates and testimonials to  

recruitment@gendercommission.org

Each application should be accompanied with detailed curriculum vitae, a copy of the National Identity card and certified copies of academic certificates, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents. 

Scanned copies of these documents must accompany online application.

All applications should reach the Commission on or before Monday 11th June, 2012 (latest by 5.00 p.m.). 

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

All applicants should state their present salary and the expected salary and names of three referees with their contacts.