The Kenya National
Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is an independent National Human Rights
Institution created by Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and
established by the Government of Kenya through an Act of Parliament (the Kenya
National Commission on Human Rights Act, 2011) and under the United Nations
Paris Principles.
KNCHR fulfills its human
rights mandate through a number of programs, including Research and Compliance,
Public Education and Training, Complaints and Investigations, Redress and
Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
The Commission’s main
office is in Nairobi and with three regional offices in Wajir, Kitale and
Mombasa.
Staff and Interns may serve
in the Head Office and in any of the Regional Offices. The Commission hereby
invites applications for the following positions:
Senior Accountant
Senior Accountant
Ref: HR/FIN/O12/01
Reports to: Finance Manager
Location: Head Office
Duration: 5 Years
Salary Range: Kshs. 112,883- Kshs 153,494
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reports to: Finance Manager
Location: Head Office
Duration: 5 Years
Salary Range: Kshs. 112,883- Kshs 153,494
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting in
the development fundraising concept notes and be responsible for the
implementation of these plans.
- Managing all
the donor grants and serving as the focal person for the same.
- Responsible
for the submission of reports to partners (GOK and Donors) in accordance
to the agreed contractual obligations.
- Prepare
timely Annual and Quarterly Management Accounts and Variance Analysis
setting forth progress, trends and appropriate recommendations to the
management.
- Coordinate
the submission of all regional office financial reports and postings of
all transactions in the accounting software.
- Budget
Preparation, Control, Surveillance and Review in line with the Standard Operating
Procedures and Regulations.
- Provide
accurate and timely information on budget balances to programme staff.
- Attend
internal and external meetings with stakeholders.
- Liaison and
coordination of Audits.
- Any other
duty as may be assigned to from time by the Finance Manager.
Skills, Experience and Academic Qualifications
A Masters degree and a CPA (K) from a recognized institution with five years experience in a busy Finance department
Or
A Masters degree and a CPA (K) from a recognized institution with five years experience in a busy Finance department
Or
- A Bachelors
Degree and a CPA (K) from a recognized institution with seven years
experience in busy Finance Department in a busy Finance department.
- Conversant
with Computerized accounting
- Knowledge of
management accounting and public procurement regulations
- Conversant
with Public Financial management regulations
Procurement Officer II
Ref: HR/ADMIN/PO/012/1
Reports to: Senior Procurement Officer
Location: Head Office
Duration: 5 Years
Salary Range: Kshs. 52,657 – Kshs. 70,231
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Implement
internal controls, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with
procurement control procedures.
- Receive
approved requisitions and prepare and dispatch local purchase orders
(LPO’) as needed for provisions and follow-up to ensure timely delivery.
- Ensure
quality products and services are sourced and supplied at the best prices
and generate purchase reports as required.
- Monitor
unfilled orders and if necessary consult the Senior Procurement Officer
for guidance on alternative suppliers.
- Verify
bills/invoices against orders before forwarding for authorization and for
payment
- Participate
in conducting regular market surveys on prices
- Maintain and
update records including files, supplier/contractor databases and contract
documents
- Maintain
good working relationships with suppliers and ensure regular and effective
communication to ensure that ordered goods or services are delivered
within the agreed delivery time and specifications.
Skills, Experience and Academic Qualifications
- A degree in
Business Administration with specialization in Supply Chain management or
a relevant field
- Post-graduate
Diploma in Procurement or equivalent qualification
- At least one
year work experience in a similar role
- Must be a
Member of the Kenya Institute on Supplies Management (KISM) or a
recognized procurement professional body.
- Be
conversant with the Public Procurement Act and Regulations
Receptionist (Mombasa)
Ref: HR/RO/12/04
Reports to: Head of the Mombasa Regional Office
Location: Mombasa
Duration: Five Year Contract Salary Range: Khs.35, 549 – Kshs. 47,444
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reports to: Head of the Mombasa Regional Office
Location: Mombasa
Duration: Five Year Contract Salary Range: Khs.35, 549 – Kshs. 47,444
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Managing and
offering the necessary assistance required by all the commission visitors
- Managing of
all incoming and outgoing telephone communications
- Responsible
for notifying the officer in charge, other office staff and the service
providers on any malfunctioning on the communication equipment.
- Ensure
letters, parcels brought through the reception are delivered to the right
office
- Preparing
and serving tea on a timely basis to regional staff and meetings held
within the commission
- Assisting in
maintenance of office cleanliness
- Assisting in
photocopying and binding of official documents
- Assisting in
ensuring that security measures put in place are adhered to by closing all
the windows in the boardrooms, offices and closing the main doors
- Any other
duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualification, Experience, Skills and Attributes
- Certificate
in Front Office/Switchboard operations/Secretarial Studies/customer care.
- 1 Year
experience in a busy office
- Excellent
Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Ready to
work under pressure and at times beyond working hours
Drivers/Office Assistant
(Two Positions for Mombasa
and Nairobi)
Reports to: Administration
Officer/Officer in charge of Mombasa Regional Office
Location: Nairobi and Mombasa with field travels
Duration: Five year Contract Salary Range: Kshs. 26,000 – Kshs. 34,051
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Location: Nairobi and Mombasa with field travels
Duration: Five year Contract Salary Range: Kshs. 26,000 – Kshs. 34,051
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Carry out
driving responsibilities for the Commission
- Regularly
assess and advice on the mechanical conditions of the Commission vehicles
so as to ensure that the vehicles are in good working condition
- Carry out
minor repairs of commission vehicles and refer where necessary to the
authorized mechanical dealers.
- Picking
materials/components from suppliers
- Picking and
dropping visitors and staff to and fro the Airport and taking them to
their required destinations.
- Informing
the Assistant Administrative Officer when vehicles are due for service and
expired insurance.
- Payment of
utility bills and collection/delivery of office mail.
- Any other
duty as directed by the Supervisor or HR and Admin Manager.
Skills, Experience and Academic Qualifications
- O’ Level
Qualification
- Clean BCE
Driving license
- Over 3 years
driving experience in a busy office
- Ready to
work under pressure and at times beyond working hours
- Attention to
details and a high integrity
- Thorough
knowledge of the Mombasa Region.
Interns
Purpose: Internship in various departments and Mombasa regional Office
Duration: One Year
Location: Head office and Mombasa regional offices
Start Date: 1st February, 2013
The Commission is inviting applications from young, industrious, honest, self driven, analytical graduates with relevant degrees or diplomas to apply for various intern positions in the following departments: Human Resource and Administration, Finance, Complaints and Investigations, Reforms and Accountability, Public Affairs and Communication, Economic Social and Cultural Rights, Public Education and Training, Monitoring and Evaluation, Research and Compliance and Mombasa Regional Office.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
To work closely with programme staff in order to learn from the work of the commission in its various departments.
Skills, Experience and Academic Qualifications.
- A
degree/Diploma from a recognized university in a relevant field.
- Good ICT
skills.
- Proven
research capability.
- Ability to
work effectively and take guidance from seniors.
- Excellent
Interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commitment
to social justice.
- Some
exposure in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Other Attributes
In addition to the above qualifications for all the positions above, the suitable candidates should posses the following skills and attributes:
In addition to the above qualifications for all the positions above, the suitable candidates should posses the following skills and attributes:
- Good
communication skill, both written and oral, interpersonal , organization
and report writing skills.
- High
integrity, Honesty, transparency and self discipline.
- Attention to
detail.
- Ability to
work effectively with others in a team environment.
If
you posses the qualities and specifications as listed, please send your
application, together with a detailed C.V, a daytime telephone contact, and
names and telephone contacts of three referees, indicating the position you
have applied for and the preferred department/location (for Intern and Driver
positions) by 9th January, 2013 to:
The Commission Secretary
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Lenana Road, CVS Plaza, 1st floor P O Box 74359-00200 NAIROBI
Email: recruitments@knchr.org
The Commission Secretary
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Lenana Road, CVS Plaza, 1st floor P O Box 74359-00200 NAIROBI
Email: recruitments@knchr.org