The Independent
Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) is a State Authority created under an Act
of Parliament No. 35 of 2011 which provides for civilian oversight of work of
the police.
IPOA has various
vacancies and would like to inform interested members of the public to apply:
Head of Complaints
Grade 3
Ref: IPOA 22/08/13
Reporting to the
Deputy Director Complaints and Legal Services, the jobholder is responsible for
the Authority’s Complaints Management Unit, intake of all complaints and
notifications.
The jobholder is
also responsible for:
·
Developing and managing the Authority’s complaints management
database;
·
Supervising mediation and alternative dispute resolutions;
·
Participating in reviews and the formulation of complaint
policies and practices;
·
Leading discussions on complaints management and development
processes,
·
Organising and maintaining data used to develop policy
recommendations and reports and act as the Authority’s central reference
resource on the same.
The successful
candidate will have
·
a Bachelor’s degree in Law and a Master’s degree in Social
sciences, Public Policy Development or Law.
·
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years managerial
experience.
·
A certification in Alternative Dispute Resolution will be an
added advantage.
Head of Legal
Grade 3
Ref: IPOA 23/08/13
Reporting to the
Deputy Director Complaints and Legal Services, the jobholder is responsible for
the Authority’s Legal Management Unit and provision of Legal support.
The jobholder is
also responsible for:
·
Leading or participating in conducting legal assignments and
projects;
·
Liaising with external agencies on legal matters affecting the Authority;
·
Representation in legal, civil and criminal court proceedings;
·
Participating in reviews and the formulation of legal policies
and practices;
·
Leading discussions of legal concepts and development processes,
risks and opportunities; and
The successful
candidate will have
·
a Bachelor’s degree in Law and a Postgraduate qualification in
law.
·
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years managerial
experience in a busy and large public or corporate organisation.
·
Must be a member of Law society of Kenya in possession of a
valid practicing law certificate.
Legal Officer
Grade 5
Ref: IPOA 24/08/13
2 Posts
Reporting to the
Head of Legal, the jobholder is responsible for carrying out legal assignments
and providing administrative legal support.
The jobholder is
also responsible for:
·
Assist in
conducting legal assignments and projects;
·
Follow up with external agencies on legal matters affecting the Authority;
·
Assist in legal,
civil and criminal court proceedings;
·
Participating in reviews and the formulation of legal policies
and practices;
·
Participate discussions of legal concepts and development
processes, risks and opportunities;
The successful
candidate will have
·
A Bachelor’s degree in Law and a Postgraduate qualification in
law
·
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 3 years managerial
experience in a busy and large public or corporate organisation.
·
Must be a member of Law society of Kenya with a valid practicing
law certificate.
Counseling
Psychologist
Grade 5
Ref: IPOA 25/08/13
2 Posts
Reporting to the
Head of Complaints, the jobholder is responsible for providing professional
counselling support to IPOA complainants and staff.
The jobholder is also
responsible for:
·
Developing policies and guidelines that supports IPOA objectives
on counselling;
·
Follow up counselling
matters that need resolutions and write quarterly and annual reports;
·
Provide advice on counselling related matters and action
required to management;
·
Carryout debriefing and referrals on issues of counselling;
The successful
candidate will have
·
A Bachelor’s degree and a Postgraduate qualification in
counselling Psychology
·
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 3 years
counselling experience in a busy environment.
·
Must be a member of relevant professional body.
Complaints Officer
Grade 7
Ref: IPOA 26/08/13
11 Posts
Reporting to the
Head Complaints the jobholder is responsible for in taking and compiling all
complaints and notifications.
The jobholder is
also responsible for:
·
Keep complaints management database;
·
Update complaints as they are received;
·
Liaise with the complaints client and inform status accordingly;
·
Keep track and inform the unit on complaints to be handled ,
·
Organising and maintaining reports on complaints.
The successful
candidate will have
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A Diploma in Law or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years work
experience in a complaint related environment.
·
Those with a degree and have worked in a complaints handling
environment will have an added advantage
·
Must be a person of good ethical behaviour and ability to handle
confidential matters.
How to Apply
Interested
persons should send their applications quoting the job reference number and the
title of the position you are applying for.
In addition,
please provide your curriculum vitae containing details of your qualifications,
experience, present position, current and expected remuneration as well as
copies of professional/academic certificates.
Include your day
and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address, names and addresses of three
references together with copies of relevant certificates and testimonials with
envelopes clearly marked the position being applied for.
The application
should reach The Authority by Friday, 13th September 2013.
The applications
should be addressed to:
TSG
Voucher No: 2181
P.O Box 49990 -
00100
Nairobi
Kenya
OR
DNA
NO: 1555
P.O Box 49010 -
00100
Nairobi
Kenya
Note:
1. IPOA is an
equal opportunity employer
2. Persons living
with disabilities are encouraged to apply
3. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to Automatic
disqualification.