Job Opportunities at Council of Governors (CoG) - 19 Positions

Pursuant to this objective, the Company is seeking to recruit highly motivated visionary, dynamic and results oriented candidate to fill the post of Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Job Ref. No. KPC/ADVT/18/2017 on three (3) year contract terms (renewable subject to good performance).

Responsibilities for the Chief Corporate Communications Officer Job

• Responsible for the enhancing the company’s corporate identity/image through communication and promotion of goodwill and mutual understanding between the company and its various publics. Supervise the day to day activities of the Department.
• Tap existing relationships and seek to build and manage strategic media contacts for visibility of the KPC brand.
• Conduct proactive media relations to continually seek creative methods to give KPC visibility.
• Write press materials, articles and other communications documents.
• Contribute to smart utilization of social media platforms.
• Stay abreast of trends and contribute to internal communications initiatives.
• Responsible for KPC Website, Intranet, Communication video, documentaries supplements, media monitoring and research, exhibition and trade fairs.
• Host targeted press dinners/ lunches for journalists.
• In charge of internal communications.
• Coordinate and ensure successful implementation and Company’s participation in corporate exhibitions and initiate procurement of requisite items.
• Coordinate institutional hospitality to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Initiate ideas in drawing PR policy documents such as Corporate Social Responsibility
• (CSR) and Communication.

Qualifications for the Chief Corporate Communications Officer Job

• A Degree in Social Science or Communication
• A postgraduate diploma in mass communication
• Minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience.
• Membership to a relevant professional body.

Key competencies

• Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Good Public Relations (PR), persuasion and negotiation skills in influencing company publics.
• A strong team player.
• Proficiency in Desktop Publishing, Microsoft Office suite, e-mail and Internet.
• Proficiency in video shooting and editing of company functions activities and others of relevance to company publics.
• Ability to articulate the company’s vision, mission and policies to elicit the desired change among its publics.
• Ability to research and evaluate results of a Public Relations (PR) campaign/programme.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet in-house and mainstream media editorial deadlines including PR schedules.

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Overall Purpose of the Job

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director Programmes will ensure effective and flexible coordination and implementation of CoG programmes by ensuring that all committees’ projects and activities are implemented as per their terms of reference. The Director Programmes Provide leadership, coordination and guidance on all matters
pertaining to the smooth implementation of the Programme activities at the Council of Governors in accordance with the CoG strategic plan and the Terms of Reference for the thematic committees.

Responsibilities for the Director Of Programmes Job 

• Serve as the principal point of contact between the relevant committee clerks and office of the Chief Executive Officer;
• Ensure that Programme activities are being performed adequately, on schedule and in accordance with contractual documents, the strategic plan and other relevant documents;
  Liaise and coordinate activities with the National Government, Development Partners and other CoG stakeholders and represent the interests of the Council of Governors in stakeholder meetings;
• Liaise with CoG Secretariat Administration Department to ensure that all projects tendering for works, goods and consulting services is done in accordance with GoK procedure and requirements;
• Monitor the deliverables of consulting services (individuals & firms) and provide the necessary feedback to the consultants on a timely basis and submit appropriate written comments and recommendation to the Office of the Chief Executive Officer;
• Ensure that appropriate procedures are established and implemented for the inspection and monitoring of the work of consultants and contractors, so as to be able to certify that works and services are satisfactorily accomplished in compliance with Terms of
• Reference and evaluate performance considering in regard to the same;
• Lead the preparation of the Annual Operating Plan and quarterly progress reports in collaboration with committee clerks and heads of Units at the Council of Governors Secretariat;
• Organize periodic evaluation meetings with CoG staff regarding the progress of the activities of the Committees, the difficulties encountered and possible solutions;
• Monitor the expenditures, commitments and balance of funds in line with the annual work plan and reporting requirements;
• Prepare terms of reference for national and international consultants and subcontractors for the Council of Governors.
• Any other duty as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.

Qualifications for the Director Of Programmes Job 

• A Masters Degree in economics, Development Studies, International Relations, Public Administration or any other relevant field.
• A minimum of 5 year experience in programme coordination or relevant assignments
• Strong leadership capabilities and a demonstrated record of successful leadership of multi-disciplinary teams;
• An understanding of the Kenya Constitution 2010 and devolution;
• Strong report writing skills.
• Have demonstrated a high degree in work ethics and competencies.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution.

Desirable Competencies:

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve
• performance of self and others;
• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
• Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Resource Mobilization – works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resources needs of CoG.
  Contract duration
• The contract duration is for three (3) years renewable annually subject to availability of resources and performance.

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Responsibilities for the Finance & Accounting Job

• Reporting to the Director Finance and Administration, Head of Finance and Accounting will perform the following duties:
• Overseeing the planning of the activities and operations of the Finance and Accounts section;
• Ensuring that adequate financial controls are in place to maintain propriety and proper accountability of expenditures;
• Ensuring the financial transactions are properly authorized, recorded, have adequate supporting documentation, filled, maintained and can be easily retrieved for preparation of financial reports and financial audits
• Monitoring budgets and expenditures for different departments and projects and routinely updating the departmental and project heads on a quarterly basis.
• Overseeing all financial and accounting functions for the Council of Governors including  budgeting, asset management, cash flow management, variance and accounts analysis and  reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, financial policies and  procedures.
• Liaising with the Ministry of Devolution and Planning and the National Treasury to ensure  CoG budget is captured in the state budget and funds transferred to CoG for  implementation.
• Providing guidance to departments for the preparation of budgets in accordance with  developed work plans.
• Ensuring departments budgets are captured in the final CoG budget and submitted to the  Council of Governors for approval.
• Liaising with donors supporting projects within CoG and ensuring compliance with the  donor requirements on financial matters.
• Providing periodic updates to the Director Finance & Administration and the CEO on the financial position of the organization.
• Representing the Council in consultation with the Director Finance and Administration in finance related activities that are relevant in enhancing the vision of CoG
• Overseeing the planning and implementation of the activities and operations of the
• Internal Council of Governors Finance Department; Managing the external audit process for the Council of Governors in partnership with the office of the Auditor General and any other project audit as may be deemed necessary by CoG donors and partners.
• Participate in the development of the department’s work plan;
• Providing technical support to the Finance, Commerce and Economic Affairs Committee of the Council of Governors.
• Supporting in resource mobilization and follow up on budgets submitted to the National Treasury.
• Supervising staff in the unit.
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications for the Finance & Accounting Job

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce Business Administration or Business Management specializing in either Finance or Accounting or any other related field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting option or any other related field from a recognized institution an added advantage;
• Be a registered member of ICPAK.
• Have a proper understanding of Public Finance Management.
• Minimum of six (6) years’ experience three (3) of which should be in a similar position.
• Experience with donor funded and/ Government of Kenya programmes is an added advantage
• Has understanding of Principles and practices of public administration, including management, organization, planning, cost/benefit analysis, budgeting, project management and evaluation.
• Have demonstrated a high degree in work ethics and competencies.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution.

Desirable Competencies

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with CoG clients and stakeholders;
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implements actions to improve performance of self and others;
• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender relatedneeds, perspectives, and concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
• Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

Contract Duration

The contract duration is for three years renewable annually subject to performance and availability of resources.

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Responsibilities for the Administration Assistant  Job

• Reporting to the Head of Administration, the Administration Assistant will perform the following duties and responsibilities:
• Coordinating the review and implementation of administration policies and procedures.
• Managing the COG Office in liaison with the relevant service providers.
• Handling service contracts and ensuring effective discharge of the contracts.
• Ensuring proper management of insurance policies.
• Managing the efficient provision of office space, office equipment/furniture and supplies.
• Developing and implementing the disposal plan for obsolete, unusable stores and equipment.
• Managing the functions of the registry, transport, and secretarial bureau
• Provide support at the reception area through responding to inquiries regarding the Council of Governors.
• Schedules and coordinates meetings, appointments and travel arrangements;
• Assist in the planning and preparation of meetings, conferences and workshops.
• Performs a variety of administrative and clerical duties in support of the CoG technical department and strictly ensures that the necessary administrative work is implemented within established timelines;
• Performs various office works which require good computer knowledge (e.g. typing of standard correspondence, filing, photocopies, updating of lists);
• Support in visa processing for County official and staff on duty travel and follows up on visa issuance.
• Prepare protocol documents.
• Procuring of gift and maintain gift register.
• Any other duty assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications for the Administration Assistant Job

• A bachelor’s degree in administration, management, legal or a related discipline from a recognized university.
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience.
• Possession of advanced computer skills.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution.

Desirable Competencies

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with CoG clients and stakeholders;
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implements actions to improve performance of self and others;
• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, and concerns and promotes equal gender participation; Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

Contract Duration

The contract duration is for three years renewable annually subject to performance and availability of resources.

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Responsibilities for the Stores Assistant Job

• Reporting to the Procurement Officer, Stores Assistant will perform the following duties:
• Receive, check and sign for goods received from suppliers.
• Keep goods received in good conditions awaiting collection by user
• Prepare Stores Receipt Vouchers for payment to suppliers.
• Prepare Returned Stores Record.
• Coordinate Preparation of inspection and approval for technical items and goods/services above the threshold of Ksh 30,000.
• Coordinate the Issuance gate/issue note pass as a means of authorizing items to leave stores premises.
• Inform the user department on the availability of goods awaiting collection.
• Perform any other duty as directed by team leader.
• Keep stores under safe storage – secure from pilferage, contamination and deterioration.
• Ensure goods from suppliers are of the right quality and quantity according to specification.
• Keep records of receipts and issues of goods.
• Co-ordinate transport for delivery of goods to various counties for items received by the Council on their behalf
• Prepare monthly stores accounts that combine all the stores
• Update monthly stock issues records and send details to the team leader.
• Prepare the requisite documents to facilitate payments to suppliers.
• Participate in annual stock-taking.
• Monitor the stock of consumables and advise the team leader for replenishment
• Advise on retire boarded stores according to the Public Procurement Asset Disposal Act 2015 and Regulations.
• Participate in disposal committee meetings

Qualifications for the Stores Assistant Job

• A relevant professional course in procurement
• A member of the Kenya Institute of Management.
• Computer applications.
• A minimum period of three (3) years relevant experience.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution.

Desirable Competencies:

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with CoG clients and stakeholders;
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
  Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implements actions to improve performance of self and others;
• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, and concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
• Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

Contract Duration

The contract duration is for three years renewable annually subject to performance and availability of resources.

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Responsibilities for the Procurement Assistant Job

• Reporting to the Procurement Officer, the Procurement Assistant will be responsible for:
• Arranging for the supply/allocation of office equipment and supplies, materials, and vehicles as required by the Department.
• Preparation of specifications, tenders and schedules; obtaining and negotiating prices; obtaining quotations and placing orders and processing invoices.
• To ensure that goods purchased are to specification in terms of quality, quantity and delivery and to advice on those suppliers who fail to meet specifications.
• To liaise with other Departments in order to maximize the benefits of bulk purchase.
• Receives purchase and  check requests from thought the COG Departments, checks for
  accuracy and forwards to procurement officer.
• Maintains contact with vendors regarding orders and merchandise.
• Receives Inspects, and Distributes merchandise to appropriate individuals identifies minority firms as possible suppliers.
• Prepares periodic reports related to purchasing, inventory control.
• Conducts annual on-site inventory, prepares inventory listings to include the location and status of all equipment.
• Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of supplies and equipment, conducts cost/ quality comparisons prior to submitting requests to the procurement officer.
• Confers with official from all departments to determine purchasing needs.
• Obtains and updates information on open market and contract purchase prices.
• Coordinates expenditure records with COG’S Accounts payable to assure prompt and accurate payments.
• Procuring of venues for Governors, Deputy Governors and other stakeholders.
• Any other duty as assigned.

Qualifications for the Procurement Assistant Job

• A degree in procurement from a locally recognized university;
• A relevant professional course in procurement
• A member of the Kenya Institute of Management.
• Computer applications.
• A minimum period of three (3) years relevant experience.
• Possession of advanced computer skills.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution.
• Desirable Competencies:
• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with CoG clients and stakeholders;
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implements actions to improve performance of self and others;
• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, and concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
• Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

Contract Duration

The contract duration is for three years renewable annually subject to performance and availability of resources.

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Responsibilities for the Trade & Cooperation Program Officer Job

• Reporting to the Director Programs, Program Officer – Trade and Cooperative will perform the following duties:
• Review and monitor policy and legislation on matters relating County Trade; National Investment Policy, Trade Policy and Special Economic Zone Bill.
• To advise the Council on Legislative amendments and intervention areas therein on all sectoral matters such as amendment to the Micro and Small Enterprises Amendment Bill2015.
• To advise County Governments on matters of policy and legislation with respect to
• County functions such as legislation on Trade, Property and agricultural products.
• To coordinate and harmonize the Council’s position on matters of Trade and Investment relations between the two levels of government.
  To provide a forum for consultation on matters of Taxation for County Governments to facilitate enabling environment for investment.
• Guiding and supervising the implementation of Government policies, strategies and programs on domestic trade and investment and Cooperatives. Coordinating planning and Administration of trade and investment and Cooperatives functions of the Counties.
• Consult with County Governments on issues related to the Sector
• Coordinate the Intergovernmental Issues related to the sector
• Attend to correspondents relating to the Sector
• Link with Counties to support the regional blocs
• Link with Counties in development of trade development, investment programs and interactive trade fora.
• Assist counties in PPPs when requested to do so
• Assist in project planning and implementation on need basis
• In addition, the Officer will be required to coordinate the preparation of COG work plans,setting of performance targets and budget estimates;
• Any other duty assigned from time to time

Qualifications for the Trade & Cooperation Program Officer Job

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Economics/Business Administration, Cooperatives /International Trade or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized University.
• Possession of a relevant Master’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya will be considered an added advantage
• A minimum of 4 years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated professional competence and outstanding capability in Trade Development Services.
• Possession of advanced computer skills.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution.

Desirable Competencies:

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with CoG clients and stakeholders;
  Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implements actions to improve performance of self and others;
• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, and concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
• Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; Contract Duration
• The contract duration is for three years renewable annually subject to performance and availability of resources.

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Position Summary

The Program Officer – Gender will work closely with the Gender Committee of Council of Governors to support the integration of a gender approach in policies, legislation and other County Strategy.

Responsibilities for the Gender Program Officer Job

• Reporting to the Director Programs, Program Officer – Gender will perform the following duties:
• Serve as technical advisor to Committee clerks and field programs in gender equality, women’s empowerment, and gender analysis
• Maintain up –to –date statistics and gender program data in collaboration with M&E for gender related performance reporting.
• Develop a tool to assess gender mainstreaming at CoG and Counties and track gender mainstreaming.
• Develop a gender action plan for the Council of Governors.
• Continuously report on progress and lessons learned on gender mainstreaming at the
• Counties while tracking national policy and legislation on the same
• Designing a system of monitoring and evaluating project achievement related to gender.
• Development of a simple database of gender experts who would be available, as required to support Counties in gender mainstreaming including in the development plans such as CIDPs
• Drafting a coherent and consistent project proposal and elaborating a budget for the proposed project activities.
• Lead development of proposals for gender equality and women’s empowerment.
• Participate in divisional and cross-divisional program/project planning and proposal development, including mainstreaming gender equality into all CoG’s proposals and programs.
• Responsible for integrating and monitoring gender – related project indicators to promote and document equal opportunity gender equality in project interventions.
• With M&E officer and committee clerks measure the effectiveness of the sexual and discriminatory harassment reporting system.
• Actively coordinate program work on gender with other partners, both within government, implementing agencies and donors.
• Document best practices and lessons learned in implementing gender equality activities.
• Write report, success stories, technical briefs and abstracts for presentations.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications for the Gender Program Officer Job

• A Degree in Gender Studies and/or Development Studies, Law, Public Administration or any other relevant social sciences field.
• Possession of a relevant Master’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya will be considered an added advantage
• A minimum of 6 years relevant experience in democracy and governance especially in
• Devolution and gender expertise/assignments;
• An understanding of the Kenya Constitution 2010 and devolution related legislations;
• Understanding of international conventions on gender equality and women’s empowerment.
• Possession of advanced computer skills.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution

Desirable Competencies:

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with CoG clients and stakeholders;
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implements actions to improve performance of self and others;
• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
  Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, and concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
• Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; Contract Duration
• The contract duration is for three years renewable annually subject to performance and availability of resources.

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Responsibilities for the Legal Program Officer Job

• Research and prepare legal briefs on legal issues confronted by the office.
• Ensure up to date documentation of important legal paper work.
• Assist the legal consultants in follow up actions pursuant to meetings, MOUs, legal deeds and annual returns.
• Compile any required information, maintain documentation and periodically update the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the Legal and Human Rights Committee of the Council of Governors.
• Review and provide feedback on legal aspects of all Committee of the Council of Governors.
• Enhance support and networking with the County Attorneys forum and other Sectorial County Executive Committees.
• Maintain and provide access to statutory registers that inform all the CoG Committees
• Ensure the Council of Governors Secretariat’s compliance with regulatory requirements such as annual submission of legal, financial and other mandatory reports.
• Supervise the staff in your section.
• Any other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications for the Legal Program Officer Job

• A law degree from recognized University
• Master’s degree in Law will be an added advantage
• An advocate of the high court of Kenya
• Hold a valid practicing certificate
• Member of the Law Society of Kenya
• Advanced computer applications
• A member of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience with at least 3 years at supervisory level
• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution.

Desirable Competencies

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with CoG clients and stakeholders;
  Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implements actions to improve performance of self and others;
• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, and concerns and promotes equal gender participation; Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

Contract Duration

The contract duration is for three years renewable annually subject to performance and availability of resources.

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Responsibilities for the Health Committee Internship

• The specific duties and responsibilities will include:
• Assist in researching and developing position papers and well researched policy positions in relation to the devolved function of health, particularly in health financing and health systems
• International best practices and emerging trends and technologies on healthcare delivery;County Funding and capacity building including:
• Coordination of the implementation of the DANIDA support to all 47 county governments;
• Coordinate capacity building of Counties: accounting staff and records officers;
• Development of a framework for facilitating the management of human resource for health; and
• Rapid assessment of County performance.
• Assist in establishing the current Bills before National Assembly, Senate and County Assemblies affecting health services;
• Assist in monitoring the media and generate briefs on matters related to the health function;
• Working closely with the Health Technical Advisor in advising CoG on matters related to health systems and health financing;
• Ensure easy access to Health updates, reports, bills and ensuring that the relevant parties have updated information
• Acts as a liaison between the committee, national government agencies and Counties
• Compiling Committee reports affecting county health care;
• Ensure timely execution of COG programmes and activities
• Organizing, coordinating committee meetings and taking minutes
• Undertaking any other responsibility related to the Health Committee as assigned by the supervisor

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Overall responsibility

Support the Legal and Technical Departments in Legislative Monitoring and Research.

Responsibilities for the Legal & Human Rights Internship

• The specific duties and responsibilities will include:
• Monitoring Bills from the Senate and National Assembly;
• Monitoring the Hansard and Order Papers at the Senate and the National Assembly;
• Monitoring the Kenya Gazette; and
• Legislative and other Research.

Qualifications for the Legal & Human Rights Internship

• Bachelor of Laws Degree (LL.B) from a recognized university;
• Experienced in undertaking comprehensive research;
• Outstanding Interpersonal, analytical and communication skills;
• Ability to follow deadlines, accuracy and attention to detail;
• A high level of computer literacy and proficient in written and spoken English and Kiswahili; and
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reporting and supervision:
• The legal intern shall report to the Director Legal Services at the Council’s Secretariat.

Duration

The contract is for a period of six (6) months.

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Administration Internship Duties and Responsibilities

• Offer logistical support in areas of travel, daily scheduling, and meeting preparation.
• Schedule and coordinate management events, meetings, and conference calls; inform attendees/participants of function dates and times and coordinates all logistical requirements
• Perform administrative tasks including creating correspondence, memos, presentations, confidential material, meeting minutes.
• Manage different work calendars
• Provide general office support
• Ensure the timely and successful delivery of our services.
• Devise and maintain office systems, including data management and filing;
• Screen phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate;
• Organize and maintain diaries and making appointments;
• Deal with incoming email, faxes and post
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications for the Administration Internship

• Diploma in Business Management, Business Administration or closely related field
• Highly proficient communicator in both written and verbal communication.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good listening skills and ability to follow directives appropriately and (where applicable) relay the information correctly.

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Reporting to the Head of Administration
Duration: The contract of employment is fora period of six months (6).

Responsible for secretarial services in an effective and efficient manner.

Secretarial Internship Duties and Responsibilities

• Handling in-coming and out-going telephone calls
• Drafting and responding to correspondences on daily basis
• Directing mail to the appropriate individual in the organization
• Opening and screening incoming mails
• Ensuring general cleanliness of the office
• Arranging and organizing meetings and providing full support as required
• Responsible for file maintenance (electronic and hard copy)
• Attending to internal and external customers and/or clients and providing required information from time to time
• Providing general administrative support
• Serving tea and/or refreshments to the Executive and visitors
• Any other duties assigned from time to time

Qualifications for the Secretarial Internship

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C (plain);
• The following qualifications from the Kenya National Examinations Council
  (KNEC):

1. Typewriting II (minimum 40 w.p.m) /Computerized Document Processing II
2. Business English I/Communications I
3. Office Practice I
4. Commerce I;

• Certificate in Computer Applications (Windows, Ms-Word, Ms-Excel, Ms-Access and Internet) from a recognized Institution.

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Responsible for reviewing internal control systems, verifying the existence and safety of assets, executing audit programmes, collecting audit evidence, reviewing compliance with the existing policies and assisting the internal auditor in various duties.

Internal Audit Internship Duties and Responsibilities

• Examining and inspecting activity records, accounting systems and procedures to determine their efficiency;
• Ensuring the Council’s policies are complied with;
  reviewing internal control systems;
• Providing leadership in the conducting of special audits;
• Evaluating progress and status of steps taken to address any current and past recommendations by External Auditors;
• Preparing and submitting oral and written reports of findings concerning the scope of audit and its findings so as to make appropriate corrective action

Qualifications for the Internal Audit Internship

• Have Bachelor degree in any of the following disciplines: – Commerce, Accounting or Finance from a recognized institution;
• Have professional qualification CPA, ACCA;
• Have Certificate in computer applications;

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Resource Mobilization Internship Responsibilities

• Supporting CoG technical committees as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Assist in identifying key function priorities and funding sources and developing high quality proposals in consultation with the technical leads for funding.
• Assisting in developing and maintaining strategic partnerships and engagement with Development Partners.
• Preparing concept notes, progress reports, speeches, briefs and other documents as may be required.
• Mobilizing resources from Bilateral and Multilateral Donors, Philanthropic Foundations, and other approved sources;
• Developing and implementing prospective donor strategies including resource mobilization activities programmes;
• Building and advancing relationships with portfolio of current and prospective donors;
• Playing an integral role in supporting overall resource mobilization activities for the council;
• Drafting briefing memos and donor presentations for senior leadership in preparation for donor meetings;
• Assisting in streamlining and preparation of concept notes and proposals for donor funding;
• Assisting in scheduling and coordinating donor meetings; and
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications for the Resource Mobilization Internship

• Have a degree in Business Administration, Community Development or any other business related degree from a recognized university.
• Be Computer literate.

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The need for an intern Monitoring and Evaluation is to assist in development of a monitoring tools and produce periodical reports, among other duties.

Monitoring & Evaluation Internship Responsibilities

• Assist in data collection for providing timely and relevant information to the Council of Governors Sectoral
• Committees in order for them to incorporate in their plans and strategies;
• Assist in developing tools for recording and reporting progress (or lack of) against strategic goals and specific program objectives of the Council of Governors;
• Assist in review and analysis of monitoring reports in terms of progress and action needed by the various sectoral Committees
• Assist the Council of Governors Sectoral committees in building capacity on M&E Framework development and implementation;
• Assist in data collection, analysis of data and report writing on topical issues at the Council of Governors
• Provide support and advisories to Council of Governors on M&E related activities
• Linkage with the County Planning Units and Directors in charge of Monitoring and Evaluation to advise on the progress on implementation of the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP), Sectoral Plans, the Annual
• Development Plan and related programmes as well as emerging issues such as Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Furthermore, the intern is encouraged to:

• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of devolution by reading relevant COG and external publications and take active part in Council of Governors activities (for instance in events that mark and celebrate successes in devolution);
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for COG publication/Websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;

Qualifications for the Monitoring & Evaluation Internship

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management and Planning, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or any other relevant field.
• Conversant with the Project Cycle and place of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning in the same;
• Familiar with statistical software such as advanced MS Excel, STATA and SPSS
• Has an understanding of the Kenya Constitution 2010 especially on devolution matters;
• Strong interpersonal relations and communication skills.
• Strong report writing skills.

Duration

The contract duration is three months with a possibility of extension, subject to performance and availability of funds.

The need for an intern Monitoring and Evaluation is to assist in development of a monitoring tools and produce periodical reports, among other duties.

Monitoring & Evaluation Internship Responsibilities

• Assist in data collection for providing timely and relevant information to the Council of Governors Sectoral
• Committees in order for them to incorporate in their plans and strategies;
• Assist in developing tools for recording and reporting progress (or lack of) against strategic goals and specific program objectives of the Council of Governors;
• Assist in review and analysis of monitoring reports in terms of progress and action needed by the various sectoral Committees
• Assist the Council of Governors Sectoral committees in building capacity on M&E Framework development and implementation;
• Assist in data collection, analysis of data and report writing on topical issues at the Council of Governors
• Provide support and advisories to Council of Governors on M&E related activities
• Linkage with the County Planning Units and Directors in charge of Monitoring and Evaluation to advise on the progress on implementation of the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP), Sectoral Plans, the Annual
• Development Plan and related programmes as well as emerging issues such as Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Furthermore, the intern is encouraged to:

• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of devolution by reading relevant COG and external publications and take active part in Council of Governors activities (for instance in events that mark and celebrate successes in devolution);
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for COG publication/Websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;

Qualifications for the Monitoring & Evaluation Internship

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management and Planning, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or any other relevant field.
• Conversant with the Project Cycle and place of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning in the same;
• Familiar with statistical software such as advanced MS Excel, STATA and SPSS
• Has an understanding of the Kenya Constitution 2010 especially on devolution matters;
• Strong interpersonal relations and communication skills.
• Strong report writing skills.

Duration

The contract duration is three months with a possibility of extension, subject to performance and availability of funds.

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Natural Resource Management Internship Responsibilities

• To assist in monitoring the current Bills before National Assembly, Senate and County Assemblies relating to Natural resource;
• Assist in monitoring National policies relating Natural Resources Management as outlined in gazette notices.
• Assist in monitoring International best practices and emerging trends and technologies with respect to Natural resource;
• Assist in monitoring any Inter-county agreements relating to Natural resources being shared among counties;
• Assist in facilitation and coordination of committee meetings and develop reports after the committee meetings.
• Assist in monitoring the media and generate briefs on matters related to natural resources and matters related thereto;
• Assist in coordinating any Natural Resources information from the Counties
• To take the lead in convening of sectoral meetings through preparing memos, agendas, programme and follow up on participation of the invited officers.
• Documentation of all matters related to the committee.
• Recording decisions and key elements of discussions at committee meetings
• Ensuring committee members have appropriate information available in good time
• Representing the Council in matters related to the Natural Resources Committee and follow up briefing on issues discussed
• To assist in any responsibility related to the Water, Mining & Natural Resources Committee
• Any other duty assigned by the Supervisor

Duration

The contract duration is three months with a possibility of extension, subject to performance and availability of funds.

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Committee Clerk Internship Responsibilities

• Assist in the activities of the Committee clerk at the Council to run the day to day activities of the Committee;
• Analysis, review and monitoring of all policies and legislation at national and county level affecting the crops;
• Conduct research work, analysis of documents and preparation of position papers, policy briefs, success stories in the agriculture sector;
• Analysis of how various functions are to be performed by both levels of government to support agricultural management; and
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervision

The Assignment will be task managed by the Council of Governors committee on Agriculture, supervised by and reporting to the Manager in charge of the Agriculture Committee and the Director in charge of Programs.

Duration

The contract duration is three months with a possibility of extension subject to performance