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  • Posted: Jan 31, 2018
    Deadline: Feb 12, 2018
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    The National Gender Equality Commission is a constitutional Commission established by an Act of Parliament in August 2011, as a successor commission to the Kenya National Human Rights and Equality Commission pursuant to Article 59 of the Constitution. NGEC derives its mandate from Articles 27, 43, and Chapter Fifteen of the Constitution; and section 8 of NGE...
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    Legal Officer II

    Job Group: NGEC 6

    Terms Of Service: 5-year contract. May be renewed subject to satisfactory performance

    Other Benefits: Medical Cover, Group Life Insurance and WIBA,

    Ref: NGEC/HR/04/2018

    Requirements

    • A Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized University in Kenya
    • Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law or any other approved or recognized institution in Kenya.
    • Be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate
    • A minimum of 3 years post admission experience in a human rights or gender related area Possess a Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution
    • Show merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

    Responsibilities

    • Assisting in the development of legal advisories on legal matters arising within the Commission’s mandate;
    • Representing the Commission in legal matters and attending court on behalf of the Commission.
    • Assisting in formulating, reviewing and follow-up of Commission’s legal policies, contracts, Memorandum of
    • Understanding (MOUs) and any other legal documents;
    • Receiving and processing of day-to-day complaints made to the commission relating to special interest groups
    • Archiving data on legal issues vi) Conducting field visits and investigation missions;
    • Undertaking research in line with the Commission’s mandate;
    • Assisting in facilitation of formal hearing and inquiries by the Commission

    Method of Application

    All applications should be addressed to:

    The Commission Secretary/CEO
    National Gender and Equality Commission
    Solution Tech Building, Longonot Road, Upper Hill
    P O Box 27512-00506
    NAIROBI

    OR

    Email to: hrjobs2018@ngeckenya.org

    Please clearly indicate the job reference number on the subject line and on the envelope. To reach the Commission on or before 12th February 2018.

    Interested candidates who meet the requirements may submit their applications together with:

    • A detailed Curriculum Vitae;
    • A copy of National Identity Card and
    • Certified copies of Academic Certificates, Transcripts and other relevant support documents;
    • All applicants should attach a copy of the letter of appointment to their substantive post showing current position and salary;
    • Applicants should submit three (3) names of referees one of which must be the current employer and their mobile telephone and e-mail contacts.

    Please Note that:

    The Commission is an equal opportunity employer.

    Persons with Disabilities, Youth, People from Marginalized groups and Minority communities who meet the requirements of the advertised job are especially encouraged to apply.

    Only shortlisted candidates will be notified and will be required to get clearance from KRA, CID, EACC, HELB and CRB

    It is a criminal offence for any applicant to provide false information and documents in the job application

    Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

    A candidate who applies online must scan and attach all the required documents.

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