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Thursday, 4 October 2012

JPIP Project Architect, Project M&E Specialist, and PR Officer Jobs in Kenya

Project: Judicial Performance Improvement Project (JPIP)

The Government of Kenya (GoK) has applied for financing from the World Bank to finance the proposed Judicial Performance Improvement Project (the Project), and intends to apply part of the proceeds of the financing to put together a Project Management Unit (PMU) comprising a team of professionals dedicated to planning and implementation of the Project.

The judiciary now invites applicants to apply for the following vacant positions:-

1. Project Architect

General

The Project Architect will work under the supervision and direction of the Project Coordinator.

The main purpose of the Architect will be to monitor and supervise the work of civil works consultants, and contractors to ensure that all services and construction works are proceeding in accordance with the contracts and to the satisfaction of the Judiciary.

The Architect will also prepare progress reports to assist the Project Coordinator and the Technical Committee to make rational decisions during implementation of the civil works component of the project.

Duties

The Project Architect will be responsible for

monitoring the performance and progress of civil works consultants and contractors, including producing and disseminating progress reports,
providing technical assistance to the Directorates to ensure the civil works meet user needs at planning and construction stages, and
assisting the civil works consultants and contractors with information/decisions required to and from the Judiciary.

Specifically, the Architect will be responsible for communicating decisions of the Project Technical Committee and PMU to civil works consultants and contractors, and assisting them in assessing the requirements and expectations of end-users of the facilities;

The Project Architect will also be involved in the following project activities;

Being the client representative during the design phase
Pre-design and supervision field visits
Assisting in the preparation of Bills of Quantities and in the tender evaluation process
Supervision of construction through the Project Manager
Close inspections during site hand over and the defect liability window.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will:

Have a first degree in Architecture or equivalent from an accredited university. A relevant Masters Degree will be an added advantage;
Be a registered architect;
Have a minimum of 10 years hands-on experience in a similar position in the planning, design and supervision of civil works projects;
Have demonstrated capacity to manage civil works contracts.
Have a good command of computerized design, database and spreadsheet construction, as well as their practical applications;

2. Project Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist

General
The M&E Specialist (M&ES) will work under the supervision and direction of the Project Coordinator.

The main purpose of monitoring and evaluation will be to ensure availability of information on implementation progress, accountability, efficiency and effectiveness of the project.

M&E will involve a systematic collectionand assessment of information related to the outcomes, processes, or operations of the project.

M&E will be an ongoing activity to generate information that will assist the Project Coordinator and the Technical Committee make rational decisions during implementation of the project.

Duties

The M&E Officer will be responsible for

overall monitoring and evaluation of the project, including producing and disseminating reports
providing technical assistance to the Directorates to develop comprehensive monitoring and evaluation guidelines for their component objectives, and
developing appropriate indicators of effective implementation, achievements and impact at various levels within the Judiciary.

Specifically, the M&E specialist will:

Refine the Results Framework in line with World Bank modalities;
Define the key performance indicators (inputs, outputs, outcomes) for monitoring the project; their target values and specifying the timing and format of reporting;
Management and maintain the MIS system for collecting and reporting indicators, to ensure that data are regularly reported and entered into the MIS;
Ensure efficient and regular monitoring reports to the PMU Project Coordinator, analyze progress and performance as well as highlight areas of concern; and prepare the documentation for review by the Technical Committee;
Be responsible for the mid-term review report;
Assist in establishing a system of conducting any required baseline surveys required by Directorates and provide technical support to enable them meet their monitoring and evaluation needs.
Prepare periodic reports of monitoring and evaluation undertaken and present and disseminate results through workshops.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will:

Have a first degree in Architecture or equivalent from an accredited university. A relevant Masters Degree will be an added advantage;
Have a minimum of 10 years hands-on experience in a similar position in project/program monitoring and evaluation,
Have the ability to use management information systems as an added advantage;
Demonstrate capacity to develop and oversee implementation of monitoring and evaluation plans, survey and data analysis and report writing;
Have proven ability in conducting operations research, impact assessments, work plans and budgeting, project/program monitoring and evaluation, documentation and advocacy;
Have sound IT knowledge including statistical applications.

3. Project Communications/Public Relations Officer (PRO)

General

The PRO will work under the supervision and direction of the Project Coordinator.

The main purpose of communications is to ensure availability of information on implementation progress, accountability, values, and clarity on objectives and impacts of the project.

PRO will involve a systematic collection and assessment of information related to the ongoing activities of the project, including getting feedback from people internally and externally and to generate information that will assist the Project Coordinator and the Technical Committee understand the general views of the stakeholders to enable them make rational decisions and accurate inward/outward communications during implementation of the project.

Duties

More specifically the PRO expert will carry out the following tasks:

Identify effective channels of dissemination of information products to relevant target audiences and supervise distribution;
Provide technical support to the PMU and other project consultants in developing proper communication strategy while conducting different project activities (trainings, workshops, stakeholder consultations, arrangements of study tour, preparation of knowledge products, etc.);
Advise the Project Coordinator on the needs for any communication and outreach activities;
Support and provide guidance to the preparation of annual communication plans including budgets, planning, and implementation of campaigns;
Support in identifying success stories and other themes that can be used in communication campaigns and making the stakeholders understand the improvements the Judiciary is making in its performance improvements;
Proofread and fine-tune texts and materials to make them understandable and interesting to the targeted audiences;
Prepare information pamphlets for distribution to the general public to educate them on the roles and working relations with the Judiciary;
Act as focal point for preparation and establishment of meetings, workshops and seminars.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will:

Have a first degree in Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Information Sciences, Public Relations, International Relations, Journalism, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized university.

Have served as a Communications Officer or in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three ( 3) years;
A clear understanding of the working of the media and socio-political environment in Kenya;

Core competencies

In addition to the job-specific requirement given above all candidates must possess the following core competencies:-

Excellent planning and organizational skills;
Excellent communication skills with the ability to prepare and present concise oral and written reports;
Have strong leadership skills;
Have clear understanding of the role of the Judiciary in realizing the demands of the Constitution, Vision 2030 goals and other policy documents of Judiciary;
Have good Information Communication Technology skills for word processing, spread sheets, presentation, communication and reporting skills;
Have the ability to work under minimal supervision;
Should demonstrate a high degree of integrity, initiative, flexibility, judgment, and reliability;
Have proven capacity for intellectual and operational leadership,
Have strong interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to work in a team.

Duration of Contracts

The overall duration of the contracts will be thirty six (36) months renewable annually.
The contract may be extended up to the end of the project life (approximately 60 months) subject to performance.

Please note that these will be full-time positions and are planned to commence in January 2013.

All applications should be made through the Judiciary Website www.judiciary.go.ke/jobs/

So as to reach the Chief Registrar not later than 17th of October, 2012.

Judicial S.C. Resident Magistrate and Legal Researcher Jobs in Kenya

The Constitution of Kenya focuses on values of integrity, efficiency and effectiveness in work performance, citizen centered and results-focused service delivery.

In fulfillment of its constitutional mandate as provided under article 159 and responding to the high public expectations and demands for improved performance, the Judiciary has developed a Judiciary Transformation Framework 2012-2016.

This framework is premised on four key pillars: people focused delivery of service; transformative leadership, organization culture and professional motivated staff; adequate financial resources and physical infrastructure; and harnessing technology as an enabler for justice.

To enhance its capacity to implement the transformation framework, the Judiciary wishes to expand its technical human resources by filling the following vacant positions.

Resident Magistrate (51 posts)

REF: V/No. 13/2012
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Station: Various Courts

Requirements for Appointment:

For appointment to the position of Resident Magistrate, an applicant must be in possession of the following minimum qualifications:-

A Law Degree from any recognized university;
A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education;
Admission to the Roll of Advocates;
Proficiency in computer applications;
Must not have any pending complaints with the Advocates Complaints Commission, the Disciplinary Committee or adverse report from current and previous employer(s);
Serving in private practice or other employment with three (3) years post admission experience and a current practicing certificate and
Must possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidates will be posted to any court station in the country:-
Specific duties will include:-

Presiding over Resident Magistrate’s Court in any part of Kenya with jurisdiction as stipulated in various statutes;
Performing Deputy Registrars duties as stipulated in various statutes;
Overseeing the operations of the court(s) and management of staff under his/her charge; and
Carrying out a wide range of administrative functions for those heading stations.
Cary out any other such duties as may be assigned by the Judicial Service Commission.

Legal Researcher (85 posts)

REF: V/No. 12/2012
Terms of Service: 3 Year Contract
Station: Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, High Court,
Industrial Court, Environment and Land Court

Requirements for Appointment:

For appointment to the position of Legal Researcher, an applicant must be in possession of the following minimum qualifications:-

A Law Degree from any recognized university;
A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education;
Admission to the Roll of Advocates;
Proficiency in computer applications;
Must not have any pending complaints with the Advocates Complaints Commission, the Disciplinary Committee or adverse report from current and previous employer(s);
Those in private practice must be in possession of a current practicing certificate;
2 years experience in Legal Research and
Must possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidates will perform the following functions:-
Specific duties will include:-

Research on precedent setting authorities within varied jurisdictions both within and outside of the commonwealth;
Drafting well researched legal briefs on variety of legal issues touching on different branches of law;
Writing analytical summaries of written argument or evidence and assessing the argument in light of academic legal literature and case law.

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications by:-

Filing an online Application for Employment Form available on the Judiciary website: www.judiciary.go.ke/jobs or clicking the vacancies link on the website. Applicants should upload soft copies of the following documents to the online application as provided:-

A letter of application
Detailed and updated curriculum vitae summarizing the applicant’s bio-data.
The applicant’s recent colored passport size photographs.
Declaration of income and liabilities as at the time of making the application, using the prescribed forms (The Declaration of Income, Assets and Liabilities Form JSC 2b can be downloaded from the Judiciary website – www.judiciary.go.ke) .
Certified copies of testimonials and professional certificates and academic transcripts.

Applicants are also required to forward one (1) hard copy of the completed Employment Application Form including all the attachments cited above.

To:
The Secretary
Judicial Service Commission
P.O. BOX 30041 – 00100 NAIROBI
E-mail: jscsecretariat@judiciary.go.ke

Commission Secretariat: Mayfair Centre,
Ralph Bunche Road, Upper Hill, Nairobi, 5th Floor
So as to reach the commission not later than 25th October, 2012 at 5.00 p.m.

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

The Judicial Service Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and selects candidates on merit through fair and open competition from the widest range of eligible candidates.

The Secretary,
Judicial Service Commission.

Members of the Competition Authority Job Vacancies - Ministry of Finance

Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Finance

Members of the Competition Authority

The Competition Authority (the Authority) is established under section 7 of the Competition Act, 2009, Chapter 504 of the Laws of Kenya (the Act).

The Act is aimed at promoting and safeguarding competition in the national economy and protecting consumers from unfair and misleading market conduct, among others.

The Minister for Finance invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the positions of five (5) Members of the Authority.

A. Position: A Non-Executive Member of the Authority

No. of vacancies: Five (5)

For the appointment to this position, a person should:-

(i) be a Kenyan citizen;

(ii) possess a degree from a university recognized in Kenya;

(iii) meet the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution;

(iv) must be tax compliant;

(v) have experience of not less than ten (10) years in any of the following fields:-
Industrial Organization
Mergers and Acquisitions Analysis
Competition regulation
Economic regulation
Intellectual property rights
Law
Protection and enhancement of consumer welfare Banking, insurance and finance
(vi) have had a distinguished career in his/her respective field, and;

(vii) is judicious in decision making and also has ability to work in a collegial atmosphere.

NB: Good knowledge of Government systems will be an added advantage

B. Kindly Note:
Persons disqualified under Articles 77(1) and 77(3) of the Constitution Need Not Apply.
Before formal appointment, persons proposed shall be vetted and approved by Parliament through the relevant committee of Parliament.
The positions are Non-Executive
The persons will be appointed on a three year term
C. How to Apply

All applications should be submitted, together with detailed curriculum vitae, a copy of ID/Passport, copies of certificates, testimonials and any other relevant supporting documents.

Candidates should also give the names, telephone and mail contacts of three referees who must be familiar with the candidate’s professional and social standing.

Applications should be submitted by 29th February, 2012 (latest by 5.00 p.m.) in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Application for Member of Board of the Competition Authority” and addressed to:

The Permanent Secretary/Treasury
Ministry of Finance
P. O. Box 30007 – 00100
Nairobi

Submissions may be

(i) sent or, delivered during office hours, to: -

The Office of the Investment Secretary,
Treasury Building,
2nd Floor Room 230

or

(ii) through email: boardselection@treasury.go.ke

or

(iii) by Post; P. O. Box 30007 – 00100, Nairobi

to reach us by 29th February, 2012.

Joseph K. Kinyua, CBS
Permanent Secretary/Treasury

Members of the Competition Authority Job Vacancies - Ministry of Finance

Members of the Privatization Commission Job Vacancies - Ministry of Finance

Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Finance

Members of the Privatization Commission

The Privatization Commission is a body Corporate established under the Privatization Act, which was enacted by Parliament in 2005 to provide for the privatization of public assets and operations including State Corporations.

The Minister for Finance invites applications for seven (7) vacant positions of the Members of the Privatization Commission.

A. For appointment as a member of the board of the privatization commission, a person should:

(a) be a Kenyan citizen;

(b) possess at least a Bachelors degree in Economics, Finance, Law or the equivalent from a recognized university, A Masters degree will be an added advantage

(c) have knowledge and experience of not less than ten (10) years in any of the following fields:- Economics, Finance, Law or equivalent

(d) meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;

(e) have highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism;

(f) must be tax compliant

(g) have had a distinguished career in his/her respective field; and

(h) be fit and proper to serve as a member of the Board charged with upholding and protection of ethics, professionalism, accountability and lawful conduct.

NB: Good knowledge of Government systems will be an added advantage.

B. Kindly Note:
Persons who serve as Members of the Commission between 2008-2010 are eligible for a second term under the Privatization Act and are therefore Eligible to apply
Persons disqualified under Articles 77(1) and 77(3) of the Constitution Need Not Apply
Before formal appointment, persons proposed shall need to be approved by the relevant Committee of Parliament
The Positions are non-Executive
C. How to Apply

All applications should be submitted, together with detailed curriculum vitae, a copy of ID/Passport, copies of certificates, testimonials and any other relevant supporting documents.

Candidates should also give the names, telephone and mail contacts of three referees who must be familiar with the candidate’s professional and social standing.

Applications should be submitted by 29th February, 2012 (latest by 5.00 p.m.) in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Application for Member of Board of the Privatization Commission” and address to:

The Permanent Secretary/Treasury
Ministry of Finance
P. O. Box 30007 – 00100
Nairobi

Submissions may be

(i) sent or, delivered during office hours, to: - The Office of the Investment Secretary, Treasury Building, 2nd Floor Room 230

or

(ii) through email: boardselection@treasury.go.ke

or

(iii) by Post; P. O. Box 30007 – 00100, Nairobi

to reach us by 29th February, 2012.

Joseph K. Kinyua, CBS
Permanent Secretary/Treasury

Members of the Privatization Commission Job Vacancies - Ministry of Finance

Chairperson of the Board of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority Job Re-Advertisement

Republic of Kenya

The Selection Panel for Chairperson and Members of the Board of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority Re-Advertisement

Vacancy for the Position of Chairperson of the Board of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority

Number of Vacancies: 1

For appointment as Chairperson of the Board of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority, a person should:

(i) possess a degree from a university recognized in Kenya;

(ii) be qualified to be appointed as a Judge of High Court in Kenya pursuant to the provisions of Article 166 (5) of the Constitution which stipulates that each judge of the High Court shall be appointed from among persons who have:

(a) At least ten years’ experience as a superior court judge or professional qualified magistrate;

or

(b) At least ten years’ experience as a distinguished academic or legal practitioner or such experience in other relevant legal field;

or

(c) Held the qualifications specified in paragraphs (a) and (b) for a period amounting, in the aggregate, to ten years.

(iii) meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Please Note:

(i) Good knowledge of Government systems will be an added advantage.

(ii) According to the second schedule of Independent Policing Oversight Authority Act, 2011 the
Board shall meet not less than 4 times in every financial year.

(iii) In compliance with Section10 (2) of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority Act, No. 35 of 2011, a person does not qualify for nomination and appointment as Chairperson of the Board if he/she:

is a serving police officer or has retired in the last five years.
has been convicted of any offence involving dishonesty or any other for which they have been sentenced to imprisonment without the option of a fine.
holds office in a political party.
is a member of parliament.
is an undischarged bankrupt.
is mentally incapacitated to perform the functions of the Board.

(iv) The names of all applicants and those shortlisted for the post shall be published in the print media after the closure of the advert.

(v) Shortlisted candidates may be required to submit additional information and will be subjected to a public interview process.

(vi) The salary and benefits for these positions shall be determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

(vii) The chairperson shall hold office for one term of six (6) years.

How to Apply

All applications should be submitted, together with a detailed curriculum vitae, a copy of ID / Passport (must be included), copies of certificates, testimonials and any other relevant supporting documents.

Candidates may apply manually or on-line.

Manual applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Application for Chairperson, Board of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority” and addressed to:

The Chairperson
Selection Panel of the Board of the
Independent Policing Oversight Authority
Public Service Commission of Kenya
P.O. Box 30095 – 00100
Nairobi

Online applications may be submitted via e-mail to : poaselectionpanel@publicservice.go.ke

Applications should be submitted on or before 27th January, 2012 (latest by 5.00 p.m.).

Note: Those who had applied for this position in the earlier advertisement need not reapply.

Mr. Tache B. Gollo
Chairperson
Selection Panel of the Board of the
Independent Policing Oversight Authority

Chairperson of the Board of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority Job Re-Advertisement

IEBC Commission Secretary / Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Commission Secretaries Jobs in Kenya

Republic of Kenya

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)

Vacancies in the Positions of Commission Secretary/ Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Commission Secretaries

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is an independent Constitutional Commission established under Article 88 of the Constitution of Kenya.

The Commission is responsible for conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by the constitution and any other elections as prescribed by an Act of Parliament and in particular for:

(a) the continuous registration of citizens as voters;

(b) the regular revision of the voters’ roll;

(c) the delimitation of constituencies and wards in accordance with the Constitution;

(d) the regulation of the process by which parties nominate candidates for elections;

(e) the settlement of electoral disputes, including disputes relating to or arising from nominations, but excluding election petitions and disputes subsequent to the declaration of election results;

(f) the registration of candidates for election;

(g) voter education;

(h) the facilitation of the observation, monitoring and evaluation of elections;

(i) the regulation of the amount of money that may be spent by or on behalf of a candidate or party in respect of any election;

(j) the development and enforcement of a code of conduct for candidates and parties contesting elections;

(k) the monitoring of compliance with the legislation required by Article 82 (1) (b) of the Constitution relating to nomination of candidates by parties;

(l) the investigation and prosecution of electoral offences by candidates, political parties or their agents pursuant to Article 157(12) of the Constitution;

(m) the use of appropriate technology and approaches in the performance of its functions;

(n) such other functions as are provided for by the Constitution or any other written law.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is committed to upholding national values and principles of governance as enshrined in Article 10 and the values and principles of public service in Article 232(1) and (2) of the Constitution.

These values and principles are fundamental to the mandate of IEBC in ensuring credible, transparent, free and fair elections.

Pursuant to the provisions of Articles 248(2), 250 (12) and 252(1) (c) of the Constitution of Kenya and Sections 10(1), 11 and 12 of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Act of 2011, the Commission hereby invites applications for the positions of Commission Secretary/ Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Commission Secretaries.

I. Commission Secretary / Chief Executive Officer

Ref. V.NO/IEBC/1/2011

Functions and Duties of Commission Secretary

The Secretary shall, in the performance of the functions and duties of office, be responsible, answerable and report to the Commission.

The Secretary shall be the Chief Executive Officer and the Accounting Officer of the Commission.

The Secretary shall ensure the implementation of the Commission’s decisions, policies and programmes.

Specifically the secretary shall be responsible for:

providing requisite leadership to the secretariat to ensure the Commission attains high level of professionalism and ethical standards in its entire mandate policies and programmes;
heading the Secretariat which shall perform the day to day administrative functions of the Commission;
preparing the Commission’s annual plans and estimates;
overseeing financial and administrative management of the Commission;
driving the Commission’s vision and mission through the implementation of its strategic plan;
mobilizing and managing the resources of the Commission to achieve its core mandate;
assignment of duties and supervision of all employees of the Commission;
facilitating, co-coordinating and ensuring execution of Commission’s mandate;
ensuring staff compliance with public ethics and values;
all the Commissions documents as the chief custodian; and
the performance of such other duties as may be assigned by the law and Commission.