Embedded Mediation Clerks for Judiciary’s Court Annexed Mediation (CAM) at IDLO - International Development Law Organization

• The primary objective of CAM is to facilitate the speedy resolution of disputes, targeting the conclusion of cases within an average of 66 days. In February 2015, the then Chief Justice of the Republic of Kenya appointed the Mediation Accreditation Committee (MAC) with the mandate to develop mediation pilot rules, accredit mediators, develop a register of mediators, and enforce a code of conduct governing mediators. MAC developed Mediation Rules that were gazetted by the Chief Justice on 9 October 2015 and currently guide the registration and accreditation of CAM mediators. MAC works with the Mediation Taskforce and CAM secretariat toward implementing CAM, which was piloted in two court stations in 2016 (Family and Commercial Division of the High Court) and replicated in other Court Stations.

THE ASSIGNMENT

In collaboration with IDLO, the CAM Secretariat seeks to engage two mediation clerks to support the replication of CAM in Marsabit and Isiolo Counties.

• To support data entry of accredited mediators’ information into the Cadaster platform for better data management and monitoring of CAM mediators.
• Support the mediation registries to establish structures and systems for the successful operationalization of CAM in the replication stations.
• Manage the CAM Secretariat information desks in the replication stations as liaison persons collecting or providing basic information from and to mediators, court users, and relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of knowledge management products, including a summary of cases to inform the development of a Mediation case digest and newsletter for the Isiolo and Marsabit.
• Support key administrative functions, including (i) screening of CAM files; (ii) organizing, storing, and retrieving CAM files on request; (iii) scheduling meetings; (iv) developing bi-monthly structured reports to the mediation Deputy Registrars for timely tracking of CAM matters; among other administrative duties.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Mediation Deputy Registrars to ensure the successful operationalization of CAM in the replication stations.

Expected deliverables

• Monthly Progress Reports in the IDLO reporting template, documenting support provided, key results realized, and the expected deliverables for the subsequent month, to be submitted by the 25 th of every month.
• Monthly mediation analysis report of the data and information entered into the CAM online platforms such as Cadaster and other tracking/ M&E platforms.
• Established structures and systems for the sustainability of CAM in Isiolo and Marsabit.
• Knowledge products developed, including a summary of cases to inform the development of a Mediation case digest and newsletter for the Isiolo and Marsabit.
• At the end of the consultancy period, a final comprehensive report documenting all support provided within the contracted period to further the TORs, key successes/ achievements, challenges faced, and recommendations to the Judiciary and IDLO for better CAM service delivery.

Reporting and supervision

• The mediation clerks shall report directly to the Mediation Registrar and the IDLO Kenya Field Programme Manager, respectively.

Job Requirements

Education

• A bachelor’s degree in law or related social science from a university recognized in Kenya.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience in any field of access to justice, alternative dispute resolution, legal aid, or related fields.
• Demonstrated strong skills in data collection and coding, data evaluation and analysis, and development of evidence-based reports and publications.
• Demonstrated understanding of Kenya's social, political, and economic context, especially regarding access to justice and alternative dispute resolution.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering assignments of similar nature.

Technical competencies

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Excellent work ethic founded on the principles of integrity, impartiality, and confidentiality.
• Professionalism in engaging with IDLO, CAM Secretariat, Mediation Taskforce, MAC, CAM accredited mediators, and clientele.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and other relevant computer applications.