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The National Gender Equality Commission is a constitutional Commission established by an Act of Parliament in August 2011, as a successor commission to the Kenya National Human Rights and Equality Commission pursuant to Article 59 of the Constitution. NGEC derives its mandate from Articles 27, 43, and Chapter Fifteen of the Constitution; and section 8 of NGE...
Job Grade: NGEC 3
Terms Of Service: 5-year contract. May be renewed subject to satisfactory performance
Other Benefits: Medical Cover, Group Life Insurance and WIBA,
Ref: NGEC/HR/01/2018
The officer will be the Head of Department responsible to the Director, Programs and Research.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in Law from a University recognized in Kenya
- A Post graduate diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law NOTE: A Master’s degree in Law with specialization in human rights or in gender studies from a recognized University is an added advantage.
- Current Member of the Law Society of Kenya and with a valid practicing Certificate.
- Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
- Computer literacy
- Good understanding of international human rights law and practice including international reporting mechanisms
- At least six (6) years’ post-admission experience in Constitutional or Human Rights practice two (2) of which must have been in a Supervisory Or management position
- Must satisfy the requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) Duties and responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Being the legal Advisor to the Commission
- Representing the Commission on all legal matters
- Instituting Public Interest litigation on all matters concerning the commission’s mandate
- Develop, implement and monitor the budget for the legal department to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
- Providing leadership and technical expertise in the development of standards for the implementation of policies for the realization of Economic and Social Cultural rights.
- Review bills/laws/policy documents and give legal opinions and advisory on integration of principles of equality and inclusion.
- Write reports and draft advisories on compliance of state with all treaties and conventions ratified by relating to gender equality and freedom from discrimination relating to Special interest groups
- Maintain a database of all complaints on equality and inclusion related to the special interest groups and liaise appropriately to ensure they are addressed
- Coordinate and supervise investigations and other field missions and facilitate mechanisms for formal hearings and inquiries by the Commission.
- Responsible for the performance management, training and development of staff and interns in the department to ensure achievement of the Department’s mandate
Interested candidates who meet the requirements may submit their applications together with:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae;
- A copy of National Identity Card and
- Certified copies of Academic Certificates, Transcripts and other relevant support documents;
- All applicants should attach a copy of the letter of appointment to their substantive post showing current position and salary;
- Applicants should submit three (3) names of referees one of which must be the current employer and their mobile telephone and e-mail contacts.
Please Note that:
The Commission is an equal opportunity employer.
Persons with Disabilities, Youth, People from Marginalized groups and Minority communities who meet the requirements of the advertised job are especially encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified and will be required to get clearance from KRA, CID, EACC, HELB and CRB
It is a criminal offence for any applicant to provide false information and documents in the job application
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
A candidate who applies online must scan and attach all the required documents. All applications should be addressed to:
The Commission Secretary/CEO
National Gender and Equality Commission
Solution Tech Building, Longonot Road, Upper Hill
P O Box 27512-00506
NAIROBI
OR
Email to: hrjobs2018@ngeckenya.org
Please clearly indicate the job reference number on the subject line and on the envelope. To reach the Commission on or before 12th February 2018.
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