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  • Posted: Sep 27, 2022
    Deadline: Oct 11, 2022
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    The National Land Commission of Kenya is an independent government commission whose establishment was provided for by the Constitution of Kenya to, amongst other things, manage public land on behalf of the national and county governments, initiate investigations into present or historical land injustices and recommend appropriate redress, and monitor and hav...
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    Principal Valuation and Taxation Officer

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Facilitate publication of requisite gazette notices.
    • Undertake field inspections and valuation for assessment of compensation.
    • Hold Public Inquiry to receive claims for compensation.
    • Prepare and Serve notices of award on determined interested parties.
    • Prepare a comprehensive entitlement matrix for interested parties.
    • Prepare payment schedule for disbursement of compensation.
    • Prepare and serve notices of taking possession and vesting to interested parties.
    • Collate and forward records of acquired land parcels for vesting.
    • Prepare valuation reports.
    • Issue awards and collect requisite documents for compensation.
    • Prepare compensation schedule.
    • Oversee disbursement of compensation to the Project Affected Persons(PAPs).

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):

    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s degree in Land Economics, Real Estate or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.

    Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;

    • Diploma from institution of Surveyors of Kenya.
    • Full Member Institution of Surveyors of Kenya.
    • Registered and Practising Member by/of Valuer’s Registration Board.
    • Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than 4 weeks from Kenya School of Government or any other recognised institution. 
    • Have a Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution.

    Previous relevant work experience required.

    • Must have served for nine (9) years, three (3) years of which must be experience in comparable positions in Public Service or from any reputable organization

    Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

    • Project management skills
    • Stakeholder Engagement skills
    • Organisational Skills
    • Negotiation Skills
    • Teamwork
    • Problem Solving skills
    • Supervisory skills

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    Assistant Valuation Officer II– (3) Posts

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Open valuation files for new projects
    • Receive and file valuation reports
    • Retrieve valuation reports, maps and other valuation data
    • Verify property data details and survey particulars
    • Undertake searches at various County Land Registries for valuation purposes.
    • Process for Gazettement notices for compulsory acquisitions and easements.
    • Update and maintain registry files on the various valuations undertaken.
    • Update and maintain the property value index data.
    • Assist acquiring bodies in fulfilling statutory provisions in compulsory acquisitions.
    • Respond to enquiries on land issues
    • Seek comments from stakeholders 

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Diploma in Property law, Real Estate, Facility Management or Property Management, Survey, Cartography and any other relevant qualification
    • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
    • Technician Member; the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (Full Member) or registered with recognised professional bodies registered in Kenya

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Have knowledge of land matters as espoused in relevant statutes and regulations;
    • Proficiency in computer applications;
    • Demonstrated merit and shown ability as reflected in work performance and results.

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    Survey Officer– (4) Posts

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Undertake field surveys through collection and collation of data.
    • Prepare accurate survey reports and databases so as to ensure correct interpretation.
    • Guide GIS staff on boundary marking for purposes of vesting compulsorily acquired land
    • Conduct research activities in order to discover new and improved survey techniques to optimize operations.
    • Undertake boundary identification exercises for compulsory land acquisition purposes. 
    • Maintain up to date survey and mapping documents and records to ensure integrity of information.
    • Participate in planning, organizing and scheduling survey activities to ensure seamless operation.
    • Facilitate timely delivery of results in survey assignments and to strictly adhere to set reporting deadlines.
    • Coordinate, Supervise and manage Assistant Surveyors.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Geomatic Engineering, Geospatial Engineering, Geo-Information Technology, 
    • Surveying and Photogrammetry or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
    • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
    • Graduate member of the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya.
    • Previous relevant work experience required
    • Must have served and held similar position for at least three (3) years in public service or related sector.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Demonstrate merit and show ability to perform.
    • Land Management skills.
    • Computer skills.
    • Knowledge of relevant legislations relating to land.
    • Demonstrated professional practice and ethical standards.
    • Communication skills.
    • Interpersonal skills

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    Survey Assistant II– (2) Posts

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Design, develop and maintain survey data inventory.
    • Design and prepare special purpose maps illustrating spatial distribution of natural resources,public institutions, social amenities, settlement schemes and other features on public land.
    • Draw and draft survey plans and maps.
    • Survey and demarcate boundaries for compulsory land acquisition for Government projects.
    • Supervise Survey data clerks.
    • Undertake field surveys.
    • Collect survey data.
    • Calibrate, operate, and maintain Survey equipment.
    • Draft field reports on various tasks and projects carried out.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):

    Academic Qualifications;

    • Diploma in Geomatics engineering, geospatial science, cartography, land surveying, photogrammetry and remote sensing, geography or equivalent qualification from a recognized college or university.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served and held similar position for at least two (2) years in public service or related sector.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Knowledge and understanding of the technical aspects relating to GIS and Land Surveying.
    • Knowledge of modern principles, practices and technology of GIS database and GIS.
    • Knowledge of relevant legislation.
    • Knowledge of professional standards.
    • Good communication skills.
    • Ability to work under pressure.

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    Natural Resources Officer – (1) Post

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Monitor and track the status of various ecosystems in the country and provide recommendations.
    • Identify bankable projects and strategic initiatives for the Commission’s natural resources management agenda.
    • Review Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) reports and provide inputs/advisories.
    • Establish and maintain natural resource registers for referencing, planning and informing policy and sustainable management of natural resources.
    • Coordinate field/secondary data and information gathering, collation, analysis and synthesis for enhanced management of natural capital for posterity.
    • Liaise with National and County Governments and other stakeholders in natural resource sector and identify avenues for partnerships and collaborations.
    • Provide technical input to various natural resource management issues and policy related spheres.
    • Facilitate stakeholder mobilization and general awareness of the Commission’s natural resource management portfolio.
    • Ascertain, verify and address diverse stakeholder claims relating to natural resources.
    • Coordinate knowledge management, information and experiential sharing platforms for uptake of natural resource data and information.
    • Coordinate departmental activities report development and documentation.
    • Triangulate natural resource data and information for accuracy, consistency and efficiency.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):

    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Natural Resources Management, Forestry, Fisheries and Aquatic sciences, Biological Sciences, Wildlife Management, Conservation Science, 
    • Mineral and Energy sciences, Developmental studies, Environmental Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;
    • Certificate in Geographical Information Systems and remote sensing from a recognized institution.
    • Registered Environmentalist (Lead/Associate EIA Expert).
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served and held similar position for at least three (3) years in public service or related sector.

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    Land Administration Officer– (6) Posts

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Draft letters of allotment and submits to the Senior Land Administration officer for verification.
    • Prepare Valuation requisition for determination of Stand premium and rent payable to the Commission.
    • Draft memos for seeking approval of development applications such as extension and renewal of leases and submit for review by the Senior Land Administration Officer.
    • Establish status of land, capture and update land information for effective service delivery.
    • Draft forwarding letters to Land Registrar for registration of documents which have been executed by the Director. 
    • Conduct site inspections.
    • Receive and respond to complaints relating to land matters.
    • Supervise and assign duties to the Assistant Land Administration Officers.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s degree in Land Economics, Land Management, Land Administration, Real Estate 
    • Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served and held similar position for at least three (3) years in public service or related sector.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Knowledge of legislation relevant to the land sector.
    • Knowledge in land administration and management theories and best practices.
    • Map reading and interpretation skills.
    • An understanding of the social cultural and political environment that influence land management.
    • Computing skills
    • Analytical Skills

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    Land Use Planning Officer – (2) Posts

    Job purpose:
    The purpose of the job is to implement guidelines for monitoring and oversight over land use planning.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Review land use plans for conformity with the land use planning guidelines and standards submitted by Ministries, Department, Agencies and County Governments to the Commission for approval.
    • Collect and update land use planning data and information on emerging issues to inform updating and review of guidelines.
    • Prepare County land use profiles to facilitate monitoring and oversight over land use planning.
    • Undertake monitoring and implementation of land use plans prepared by County Governments and communities to determine adherence to standards and guidelines.
    • Undertake research studies on preparation of Airspace Master Plan for the safe and efficient utilization of Kenyan airspace; (section 7(v) of the Civil Aviation Act No 21 of 2013).
    • Undertake research to inform preparation and review of manuals, guidelines and standards for land use planning.
    • Draft public education and sensitization materials on land use planning.
    • Update Senior Land Use Planning Officers on emerging issues on land use planning.
    • Draft land use monitoring reports for Counties, Communities and State Departments.
    • Draft reports on state of land use planning in the country.
    • Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual performance report for the Directorate.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):

    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional planning or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

    Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;

    • Graduate member of a recognized planners’ professional association and in good standing.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served and held similar position for at least three (3) years in public service or related sector.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Understanding of various types of plans at urban, Inter-County, County and National levels.
    • Knowledge of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, relevant legislation including Land Act,2012 Physical and Land use planning Act, 2019 County Governments Act,2012 and Urban Areas and Cities Act 2011 and other land laws.
    • Communication skills.
    • Analytical skills.
    • Report writing skills. 
    • Presentation skills.

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    Research Officer – (2) Posts

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Manage the inventory of research publications. 
    • Oversee conducting of stakeholder/key expert interviews as part of the research process on data collection on different thematic areas.
    • Develop research proposals and concept notes on land and use of natural resources for funding and policy formulation and advisory.
    • Conduct literature reviews and undertake data collection and data analysis with regards to land and use of natural resources.
    • Write, edit and publish research results.
    • Provide technical input to various researches on land, use of natural resources and policy related spheres.
    • Plan and collate data for knowledge creation and management in the preparation of policies on land related issue.
    • Draft Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) and Research contracts.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Land Economics, Surveying, Land Use, Land Administration, Gender and Development Studies, Sociology, Environmental Sciences, Anthropology, Education or Communication Planning or any other relevant field from a recognized institution.

    Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;

    • Research certification in statistical packages.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served and held similar position for at least three (3) years in public service or related sector.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Proven knowledge in Statistical Programmes (SPSS) and Microsoft Office, Web applications, relational databases such as Access and Statistical Software.
    • Report writing skills.
    • Communication skills.
    • Analytical skills
    • Computer skills
    • Presentation skills

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    Assistant Supply Chain Management Officer II– (1) Post

    Duties and Responsibilities:
    An officer at this level will report to and work under the guidance of the Supply Chain Management Officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

    • Issue and receive stores and maintaining relevant records.
    • Take stock in line with approved schedules.
    • Undertake reconciliation of records as necessary.
    • Identify obsolete stores and equipment for disposal.
    • Undertake market surveys and research to support procurement decisions.
    • Maintain inventory levels through stock control in accordance with the laid down regulations and procedures.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Diploma in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
    • Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution.

    Or

    • Advanced Certificate in Supply Chain Management from Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) or its approved equivalent from a recognized Institution.

    Previous relevant work experience required.

    • Must have served and held similar position for at least two (2) years in public service or related sector.
    • Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;
    • Understanding of Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015, Regulations 2020, therein and laid down financial procedures.
    • Ethical standards in supply chain.
    • Analytical skills.
    • Record management skills.
    • Cost accounting skills.

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    Deputy Director– (1) Post

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Coordinate and oversee implementation of NLC mandate of Reviews, Inquiries and Regularization for public land management and protection. 
    • Coordinate and oversee Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR) for Public Land Dispute Resolution and delivery of land Justice. 
    • Coordinate and oversee effective implementation of Rapid Result Initiative(RRI) in land disputes, land Justice and land Clinics. 
    • Coordinate and oversee strategic public participation and partnerships for public land management. 
    • Design programmes and oversee implementation of Reviews, Regularization, Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR) and Rapid Result Initiative(RRI).
    • Respond to parliamentary questions on Relevant Review and Regularization(RR) matters
    • Chair and /or sit in Adhoc committees for implementation of Commission mandate. 
    • Attend special court matters. 
    • Provide guidelines on drafting legal instruments, legislation, regulations and procedures.
    • Provide advisory services to the Commission on legal matters.
    • Oversee the Review and Regularization(RR) and Rapid Result Initiative(RRI) activities including research, investigation, verification of records and ground status on lands. 
    • Implement Commission and Legal Affairs & Dispute Resolution Committee resolutions. 
    • Advises on legislation gaps and propose measures to address the same.
    • Undertake legal transactions including recovery, conveyance, agreements, leases and partnerships necessary for Directorate’s mandate service delivery.
    • Oversee and hold Public Land Inquiries in order to manage, recover and protect public land.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Master’s degree in Law, Bachelor’s degree in Law or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

    Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;

    • Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
    • Member Law Society of Kenya.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served in similar position in the public or private sector for a period of not less twelve (12) years, five (5) of which must have been in a senior management position.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Communication skills.
    • Negotiation skills.
    • Mediation skills.
    • Leadership skills.
    • Adjudication/Arbitration skills.
    • Analytical skills.
    • Presentation skills.
    • Knowledge of the constitution, and land laws.

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    Senior Legal Officer (1) Post

    Job purpose:
    This job is responsible for provision of support in the preparation of court cases and conducting legal research necessary for the successful representation of the Commission in the courts.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Review and file pleadings, petitions and other documents relevant to court actions to ensure that the legal team is assisted in the preparation for court cases.
    • Assist in the translation of legal documents for use by the legal team in the department.
    • Participate in the preliminary review of cases received by the commission and draft new case reports to ensure that the management is adequately advised on legal transactions in the Commission.
    • Attend court and represent the Commission in cases where the Commission is a party
    • Prepare legal opinions and case summaries on a need basis.
    • Liaise with external counsels on matters where the Commission has instructed external counsel to ensure successful finalization of such counsel.
    • Sealing, executing, commissioning and attesting to pleadings legal documents and leases to public land.
    • Liaising with courts as Court Users on behalf of the Commission.
    • Providing legal assistance to the Commission’s tribunals and Committees.
    • Advising the Director Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolutions.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):

    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor of laws degree(LLB) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;
    • Postgraduate diploma in law from Kenya School of Law.
    • Member of Law Society of Kenya.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served and held similar position for at least five (5) years in public service or related sector.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Communication skills.
    • Interpersonal skills.
    • Organisational skills.
    • Ability to lead and manage teams.
    • Problem solving skills.

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    Legal Officer (3) Posts

    Duties and Responsibilities:
    Under the supervision of the senior legal officer, the officer will be performing the following duties;

    • Ensure the timely filing of Court documents.
    • Attend court in various cases in which the Commission is party to.
    • Draft legal documents pertaining to different matters.
    • Write reports on various assignments.
    • Advise walk in clients on various legal matters relating to land.
    • Conduct research on various legal substantive and procedural issues.
    • Carry out review of grants and dispositions of public land to establish their legality or propriety.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Law or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;
    • Postgraduate diploma in law from Kenya School of Law.
    • Member of Law Society of Kenya.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served in a similar position in the private or public sector for at least three (3) years.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Proficiency in computer applications.
    • Good knowledge of the constitution of Kenya.
    • Good Communication skills.
    • Interpersonal skills.
    • Organizational skills

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    Finance Officer- (2) Posts

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Gather, compile and analyze information on commitment and expenditure trends and initiate appropriate corrective action as may be required.
    • Compile information required on budget monitoring and expenditure control including expenditures on salaries and allowances.
    • Initiate processing of reallocations within the budget.
    • Prepare reports and briefs on budgetary policy issues.
    • Control of expenditure commitments in the Commission.
    • Compile and format financial estimates.
    • Initial evaluation and scrutiny of expenditure proposals and compilation of information required in the budgetary processes.
    • Processing of medium term expenditure framework and revised estimates budget.
    • Taking initial action for the budgeting of donor financed projects, reviewing of financial implementation of such projects, and monitoring commitments on expenditures.
    • Update internal systems with financial data.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance), Economics or Business Management,
    • Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;
    • Part II of the Certified Public Accountant Kenya (CPAK II)
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served in a similar position in the private or public sector for at least three (3) years

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Computing skills.
    • Communication skills.
    • Problem solving skills.
    • Report writing skill.
    • Analytical skills.

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    Accountant- (2) Posts

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Account for special funds including donor, programs and projects funds.
    • Carry out bank reconciliations of Commission bank accounts to ensure proper management and effectiveness of accounting systems.
    • Facilitate Exchequer requisition on a timely basis.
    • Prepare and verify vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations.
    • Capture data, maintaining primary records such as cashbooks ledgers, vote books, registers and preparing simple management reports.
    • Keep safe custody of the Commission’s financial records and assets.
    • Input payment and receipt vouchers in the IFMIS module and payment vouchers, to ensure tracking of reimbursement process, for accountability purposes in the Directorate.
    • Reconciliation of assigned sub-ledger accounts to the General Ledger.
    • Supporting the internal and external audit function during audit process.
    • Prepare accounting documents and reviewing of request for funds are in line with procedures.
    • Compute and issue withholding tax certificates on both suppliers and staff.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance), Economics or Business Management,
    • Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;
    • Part II of the Certified Public Accountant Kenya (CPAK II)
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served in a similar position in the private or public sector for at least three (3) years.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Computing skills.
    • Communication skills.
    • Problem solving skills.
    • Report writing skills.
    • Analytical skills.

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    Administration Officer- (2) Posts

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Carries out of inventory of office accommodation, assets in the Commission.
    • Supervises the allocation, furnishing and administration of office space of office and parking space.
    • Implements administration processes and procedures.
    • Undertake timely repair and maintenance of Commission vehicles.
    • Undertakes timely requisitions, proper storage and efficient but economical use of all caretaking supplies.
    • Carries out physical security surveys for the Commission’s buildings in order to determine lapses and recommend on how to overcome the same.
    • Make arrangement for re-training and re-certification of drivers and registration and recertification of vehicles.
    • Inspect communication systems to ensure they are functional (email, telephone, faxes, mails).
    • Implement gender and disability friendly infrastructure.
    • Enforce administrative decisions.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served in a similar position in the private or public sector for at least three (3) years.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Communication skills
    • Computing skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Problem solving
    • Supervisory skills

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    Human Resource Officer - (1) Post

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Provide support in implementation of Human Resource policies and procedures in line with the Human Resource strategy.
    • Manage staff leave module in the Human Resource Information System in accordance with Government regulations and relevant Commission policies.
    • Analyse and provide advisory on utilization of staff medical cover.
    • Compile and submit Human Resource reports to authorized recipient.
    • Oversee timely processing of staff medical cards for easy access to medical facilities.
    • Initiate introductions of new members to the Commission medical scheme.
    • Coordinate timely processing of employees’ last benefit expenses regarding to loss of dependent(s) or self.
    • Coordinate provision of relevant and requisite documents on the Commission Group Personal Accident cover, Group Life Assurance and the Work Injury and Benefits.
    • Organize staff training programs.
    • Administer benefits programs such as medical/insurance reimbursement program, vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and employee assistance.
    • Supervise the performances of Assistant Human Resource Officers.
    • Provide support in implementation of Human Resource policies and procedures in line with the Human Resource strategy.
    • Collect and collate training needs in conjunction with Senior Human Resources Officer.
    • Attend to both internal and external clients on matters regarding recruitment and training.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resource Management option), Bachelor of Business Management (Human Resource Management option), Bachelor of Business Administration (Human Resource Management option), Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management or equivalent
    • qualifications from a recognized institution.

    Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;

    • Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development or Industrial Relations, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
    • Member of the Institute of Human Resource Management(IHRM).

    Previous relevant work experience required.

    • Must have served in a similar position in the private or public sector for at least three (3) years.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Knowledge of relevant HR legislations.
    • Presentation skills
    • Communication skills
    • Interpersonal skills
    • Problem solving skills

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    Principal Advocacy Officer (1) Post

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Supervise the implementation of advocacy plans and programmes based on NLC focus areas,initiatives and projects.
    • Provides leadership in development of timely and quality work plans, derived from the directorate overall strategy to ensure effective implementation of the strategy.
    • Supervise the development of advocacy policies, guidelines and procedures.
    • Maintain current knowledge of emerging advocacy trends.
    • Coordinate Collaboration and partnerships with state and non-state actors locally, regionally and globally.
    • Supervise development and updating of advocacy strategy.
    • Oversees adherence to policies, guidelines and procedures pertaining to advocacy.
    • Lead the implementation of advocacy plans and strategy.
    • Lead preparation of press releases, commentaries, speeches, promotional materials in liaison with information and publications and communications.
    • Coordinate Development and implementation of standards and norms for advocacy initiatives and activities.
    • Initiate participation in national and community FM radio and TV station.
    • Facilitate formal working agreements with relevant stakeholders through signing of memoranda of understanding.
    • Identify advocacy opportunities on policies and other legislative agenda.
    • Initiate formation of networks with various stakeholders for sustainable land development initiatives.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Sociology, Anthropology, Education or Communication, Information Science or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

    Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;

    • Membership to any related professional body.
    • Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than 4 weeks from Kenya School of Government or any other recognised institution.

    Previous relevant work experience required.

    • Must have served for nine (9) years, three (3) years of which must be experience in comparable
    • positions in Public Service or from any reputable organization.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Fund raising and Resources Mobilization skills.
    • Communication skills.
    • Organizational skills.
    • Team management skills.
    • Presentation skills.
    • Interpersonal skills.

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    Advocacy Officer (1) Post

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Coordinate the dissemination and distribution of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials throughout the Country.
    • Coordinate management of social media advocacy.
    • Prepare a wide range of information products including audio/visual communications.
    • Drafts funding proposals for new and existing Advocacy programs.
    • Prepare draft procedures and guidelines for advocacy.
    • Organize stakeholder forums, workshops and meetings.
    • Prepare draft Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs).
    • Draft position papers, policy briefings, presentations and other advocacy materials.
    • Prepare draft publications, brochures, fact sheets, stories from the field to inform media and general public on the work of the Commission, its mandates and inter-linkages.
    • Liaise with key partners to champion land rights and land reforms.
    • Facilitate NLC’s input to key regional advocacy events and other sub-regional fora in collaboration with other NLC Directorates.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Sociology, Anthropology, Education or Communication, Information Science or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;
    • Membership to any related professional body.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served in a similar position in the private or public sector for at least three (3) years.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Fund raising and Resources Mobilization skills.
    • Report writing skills.
    • Communication Skills.
    • Negotiation Skills.
    • Problem Solving Skills

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    Senior ICT Officer-System Security (1) Post

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Implement new security solutions in the Commission computer systems.
    • Design and implements IT security levels in the Commission.
    • Develop, deploy and support information security systems and solutions, vulnerability Scanning and Data Loss Prevention.
    • Respond to information security incidents, including investigations/forensics and lead crossfunctional teams as necessary.
    • Implement security enhancements in the Commission systems and networks.
    • Implement security policies, guidelines and procedures pertaining to the protection of information assets.
    • Develop and maintain information security architectural strategies.
    • Establish an information security and risk management functional capability and framework in the Commission.
    • Analyze information security threats, vulnerabilities, and market trends and determine potential impact on the commission.
    • Drive and maintain information security management systems including information risks across the Commission.
    • Design threat assessment framework.
    • Conduct information security risk assessments in the Commission’s systems.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Software engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.

    Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;

    • Professional certificate such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC or an equivalent from a recognised institution.
    • Should possess any of the following product specific certification Cisco, Checkpoint, Hp, Palo Alto and Juniper.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served and held similar position for at least five (5) years in public service or related sector.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Analytical Skills
    • Communication Skills
    • Interpersonal skills
    • Team leadership skills
    • Problem solving skills

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    Senior ICT Officer-System Developer (1) Post

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Supervise System Developer Support Analyst on day- to-day operations.
    • Implement ICT policies, standards and procedures according to industry standards.
    • Lead developer’s teams on upgrade and scale up of systems.
    • Develop and implement applications and programs for the backend processing of systems.
    • Supervise the development, writing and testing of codes.
    • Coordinate development and design of algorithms and flowcharts.
    • Conduct the selection and acquisition of necessary software and hardware.
    • Prepare code specifications for Commission’s systems.
    • Create technical documentations for reference and reporting.
    • Develop new applications as per user requirements.
    • Supervise installation, configuration, setup, testing, troubleshooting, documentation and decommissioning of systems and associated hardware.
    • Carry out staff performance appraisals for System developer support analyst.
    • Analyse code segments regularly.
    • Verify and deploy programs and systems.
    • Prepare system documentation and user manuals for Information Systems.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Software engineering or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

    Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;

    • Background in Microsoft .NET, Visual Basic, Excel, Word, Outlook and HTML.
    • Extensive knowledge of data processing, hardware platforms, and enterprise software applications.
    • Good working knowledge skills with Microsoft Office Products, Microsoft Visio, dream weaver, PHP, Python, Java and Microsoft Project.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served in a similar position in the private or public sector for at least five (5) years

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Knowledge and understanding of information communication technology processing, systems, concepts, methodologies and current trends in IT
    • Analytical Skills
    • Communication Skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Presentation skills

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    ICT Officer (2) Posts

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Provide end user support and maintain entire database servers to meet the needs of the enterprise.
    • Coding, testing and deployment of applications.
    • Write APIs and service interface used by other developers.
    • Integration of systems, databases and applications.
    • Maintain and administer database server security accounts.
    • Support integration of data and data driven processes among various.
    • Provide a point of escalation for troubleshooting and defect and enhancement reporting for the commission’s products and services.
    • Diagnose and resolve client system configuration issues.
    • Develop, design and propose solutions to meet technological needs for users.
    • Monitor, improve and update applications and performance of the website in terms of web maintenance.
    • Post, format and manage content using online content management system.
    • Recommend immediate and permanent problem remediation strategies leveraging the IT service operations.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;
    For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Business & Information Technology or Information and Communication Technology from a recognized institution;

    Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies.

    • Certifications in CCNA, Database Administration or Software Development from recognised learning institutions.
    • Membership to an IT professional body certificate.
    • Working knowledge/experience with MS SQL and Oracle databases.
    • Experience in software development with PHP, Python, Java and C+.
    • Knowledge of data processing, hardware platforms, and enterprise software applications.
    • Previous relevant work experience required.
    • Must have served in a similar position in the private or public sector for at least three (3) years

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Knowledge and understanding of information communication technology processing, systems, concepts, methodologies and current trends in IT
    • Analytical Skills
    • Communication Skills
    • Team leadership skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Presentation skills

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    ICT Assistant Officer II (1) Post

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Schedule computer related services, maintenance and license renewals and upgrades.
    • Provide end user support and maintenance of the entire database servers to meet the needs of the enterprise.
    • Maintain and administer database server security accounts.
    • Develop, Maintain and document reports for all applications.
    • Analyze users’ needs and develops software solutions.
    • Recommend upgrades, patches, and new applications and equipment.
    • Configure and troubleshoot local Area Network in the Commission.
    • Provide technical support and guidance to users of systems and networks.
    • Monitor and support users calls/queries and call tracking system.
    • Maintain integrity of the networks, server deployment and system security.
    • Install and maintain software product baseline.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Diploma in Computer Science/Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Software engineering or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

    Previous relevant work experience required.

    • Must have served in a similar position in the private or public sector for at least two (2) years.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Communication Skills.
    • Organisational skills.
    • Problem solving skills.
    • Presentation Skills.

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    County Coordinator (7) Posts

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Supervise, review, recommend and generate reports on all land administration and development processes in accordance with the Land Act 2012, Land Commission Act 2012 and NLC land administration regulations.
    • Coordinate identification, development and maintenance of a comprehensive inventory of public land in the County.
    • Guide and coordinate compulsory land acquisition processes in the County in accordance with the law.
    • Lead and coordinate preliminary investigation and documentation of claims of historical land Injustices in the County.
    • Coordinate registration and administration of land disputes through application of Traditional Dispute Resolution (TDR) and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in dispute resolution
    • Advise Government Agencies, Departments and the public on management and administration of public land at the county level.
    • Provide leadership and liaison in disseminating Commission’s land information, policies and programmes through County Heads of Department forums such as County Development Implementation Committee (CDICC).
    • Conduct preliminary investigation and compile a report on Historical Land Injustices claims.
    • Facilitate identification and compilation of parcels of land for vesting.
    • Liaise with Government Agencies/Departments and other stakeholders on land related matters.
    • Safeguard, facilitate and manage Commission’s assets and liabilities at the County level.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
    Academic Qualifications;

    • Master’s Degree in any of the following Disciplines: Land Economics, Land Management, Land Administration, Real Estate Management, Geographical Information System, Urban and
    • Regional Planning, Project Planning and Management, Natural Resources Management/
    • Environmental Science, Social sciences and Law or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    • Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following Disciplines: Land Economics, Land Management, Land Administration, Real Estate Management, Geographical Information System, Urban and Regional Planning, Project Planning and Management, Natural Resources Management/
    • Environmental Science, Social sciences, Law or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

    Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;

    • Membership to any relevant professional body.

    Previous relevant work experience required.

    • Must have served for ten (10) years, four (4) years of which must be experience in comparable positions in Public Service or from any reputable organization.

    Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;

    • Strategic Leadership skills
    • Analytical Skills
    • Communication skills
    • Interpersonal skills
    • Negotiation skills
    • Report writing skills

    Method of Application

    Job applicants should attach all requisite academic and professional certificates to the application form which is to be downloaded from the Commission website.
    Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert will not be accepted. 
    Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity card, academic & professional certificates, transcripts and testimonials during interviews. 
    Please note that it’s a criminal offence to present unauthentic certificates. 
    If you possess or meet the above qualifications, please send;
    Your application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae including names of three referees and their full contacts (Name, Post Office Box number, email address, and day time telephone/mobile phone contacts)
    Visit our website www.landcommission.go.ke for instructions on how to apply and to download employment application form. Applicants MUST apply both online and submit hard copies of their application.
    In case you do not hear from us, please consider yourself unsuccessful.
    Please note that canvassing for this position will lead to automatic disqualification.

    Note: 
    Upon granting an offer of employment, a successful candidate MUST present and satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by providing copies of the following documents;

    • A valid Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
    • A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI).
    • A valid Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
    • A valid Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
    • A valid Clearance form from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).

    Applications should reach the office of the Secretary/CEO, National Land Commission by 11th October, 2022 on/or before 5.00pm.
    The National Land Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people from marginalized areas and Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
    All hardcopy application should be submitted to:

    The Secretary/CEO 
    National Land Commission 2nd Ngong Road Avenue,
    316 UpperHill Chambers Building, 
    19th Floor, P.O Box 44417-00100,
    NAIROBI

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