The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) is an
Constitutional Commission established pursuant to Article 59 (4) of the
Constitution of Kenya, 2010 and established by the National Gender and Equality
Commission Act, 2011.
In order to strengthen its capacity, the Commission is seeking to recruit suitable, qualified and highly committed individuals to fill the following positions.
The Commission is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages
applications from marginalized and vulnerable groups , women, youth and person
with disabilities.
Personal Assistant to Commissioners:
REF: NGEC/6/2013-2 Posts
Location: Headquarters
Duration: Five (5) Year Contract Renewable
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- To
provide support to the office of the Commissioner administratively and
programmatically;
- To
manage the Commissioner Diary;
- To
coordinate, facilitate and attend meetings for the Commissioner;
- To
assist in organizing Commission’s statutory meetings and any other
meetings as required;
- To
undertake research on issues to the mandate of the Commission for the
Commissioner;
- To
draft opinions for the Commissioner on topical issues as they may arise;
- To
prepare briefs and presentations for the Commissioner;
- To
represent the Commissioner in meetings as may be assigned; and
- To
undertake any other duties which may be assigned to you, from time to time
by the Commissioner.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Be
a citizen of Kenya;
- Holds
a degree from a recognized University in Kenya in Social Science;
- Have
at least 5-7year a relevant experience in areas of Gender, Management and
Administration;
- Working
with the marginalized groups, persons with disabilities and Children will
be an added advantage;
- Very
good writing, communication and presentation skills;
- Good
interpersonal and people management skills;
- Good
organizational and analytical skills;
- Honest
, transparent and demonstrate high level of integrity;
- Ability
to work under pressure or to meet deadlines
Legal Officers:
REF:NGEC/7/2013-8 Posts
Location: Regions
Duration: Five years contract renewable
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Advising
and representing the Commission on legal matters;
- Ensuring
compliance with all legal requirements of the Commission;
- Formulating,
reviewing and following-up of Commissions’ Policies;
- Contracts,
Agreements, MOUs etc;
- Processing
day to day complaints and undertake investigations;
- Maintaining
complaints and investigations files and records;
- Conducting
field visits and planning investigation missions;
- Designing
and facilitating mechanisms for formal hearings and inquiries by the
Commission;
- Ensuring
representation of the Commission in court.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Must
be a citizen of Kenya;
- Holder
of a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) and hold a diploma in Law from Kenya
School of Law;
- Must
be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
- Must
be a member of the Law Society of Kenya;
- At
least five (3) years’ experience in legal work;
- Must
exhibit good understanding of human rights and equality and
non-discrimination principles;
- Must
demonstrate excellent understanding of the Commission’s mandate that
include working with special interest groups including minorities and
marginalized persons, women, persons with disabilities and children;
- Must
demonstrate good understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 ;
- Must
possess good report writing and presentation skills;
- Must
have good understanding of organizational and analytical skills;
- Must
be computer literate;
- A
Masters degree will be an added advantage.
Executive Administrative Assistants/Secretaries
REF:NGEC/8/2013 4 Posts
Location: Headquarters
Duration: Five years contract renewable
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- To
manage secreta rial services in the assigned office;
- To
prepare and type reports and minutes of meetings;
- To
arrange and schedule meetings and appointments
- To
handle travel arrangements;
- To
maintain records and statistics of enquiries to facilitate decision-making
and follow up;
- To
ensure that clients are given satisfactory service;
- To
receive incoming mail, compose and type routine correspondence;
- To
data process documents;
- To
ensure that minutes of Board, Committee and Staff meetings are placed in
the minutes books;
- To
ensure that the assigned office has sufficient facilities and equipment
- To
type from draft or manuscripts;
- To
establish a suitable filing system of all documents at the assigned
office;
- To
assist in the organization of workshops, conferences and seminars;
- To
ensure security of office records, equipment and documents, including
classified materials and;
- To
carry out any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time
by the Commission.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Be
a citizen of Kenya;
- Holds
a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from Kenya National Examinations Council
or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution or;
- Typewriting
III (minimum 50 w.p.m)/computerized document processing I, Business
English III/Communication II, Commerce II, Secretarial Duties II, Office
Management III/Office Administration and Management III;
- Relevant
experience in areas of Disability, Elderly, working with marginalized and
persons with disabilities will be an added advantage;
- 5
years experience in related field;
- Proficiency
in Ms Office and Computer Skills;
- Strong
Oral and Written Communication skills;
- Well
organized and skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks
- Honest,
Transparent and demostrate high level on integrity;
- Ability
to work under pressure and to meet dealines.
Administrative Assistants/Secretaries
Ref: NGEC/9/2013 8 Posts
Location: Regions
Duration: Five years contract renewable
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- To
manage secretarial services in the assigned office;
- To
manage the front office and handle telephone calls and enquires;
- To
handle incoming and outgoing mails, draft and type routine correspondence;
- To
handle office appointments to facilitate successful meetings and
deliberations;
- To
establish and maintain an effective filing system for storage and
retrieval of information;
- Ensure
cleanliness and orderliness of office for hygiene and comfort
- To
handle and organize travel logistics for convenience and successful
itineraries;
- To
prepare and document reports and minutes, reports of meetings;
- To
data process documents;
- Ensuring
security of office records, equipment and documents including classified
materials
- To
assist in the organization of workshops, conferences and seminars; and
- To
carry out any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time
by the Commission.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Be
a citizen of Kenya;
- Holds
a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from Kenya National Examinations Council
or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
- Relevant
experience in areas of Disability, Elderly, working with marginalized and
persons with disabilities will be an added advantage;
- 3
years experience in related field;
- Proficiency
in Ms Office and Computer Skills;
- Strong
Oral and Written Communication skills;
- Well
organized and skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks;
- Honest,
Transparent and demostrate high level on integrity and interpersonal
skills;
- Ability
to work under pressure and to meet dealines.
Office Assistants
REF:NGEC/10/2013-8 Posts
Location: Regions
Duration: Five years contract renewable
Duration: Five years contract renewable
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- To
carry out messengerial duties;
- To
prepare tea/refreshments for staff and meetings;
- To
ensure cleanliness and orderliness in all offices;
- To
assist in ensuring security is enhanced within the office;
- To
ensure all mails are recorded and delivered to the appropriate offices
and;
- To
carry out any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time
by the Commission.
Qualifications and Experience
- Kenya
Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum mean Grate C-;
- Certificate
in Catering or hospitality from a recognized institution;
- Two
(2) years working experience in similar position;
- Demonstrate
willingness to work long hours and under pressure with minimum
supervision;
- Good
customer care, organizational skills and positive attitude;
- Excellent
computer skills, interpersonal relations and communication skills.
How to Apply
Qualified candidate should submit their application together with detailed Curriculum Vitae; a copy of National Identity Card and certified copies of Academic Certificates, Testimonials and other relevant supporting documents to:-
The Commisson Secretary/CEO
National Gender and Equality Commission
NSSF Building, Block A, Eastern Wing, 24 floor
P O Box 27512-00506
Nairobi
All application should reach the Commission on or before 24th April 2013, (latest by 5.00pm).
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be
notified.
All applicants should state their present salary and the expected
salary and names of three (3) referees with their contacts.
