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  • Regional Services Officer Driver

    Regional Services Officer Driver

    This position is responsible for the provision of legal support services and the implementation of region specific best practices that contribute to the realization of Human Rights.  This role is to pursue redress for human rights violations to reinforce programs and practices that support the advancement of Human Rights programs inclusive of access to justice, devolution, land, citizenship, security, business human rights, minority groups, environmental rights, labour rights, public sector accountability and engaging cultural and traditional institutions to mainstream human rights laws.
     Responsibilities

    Screening of client/Petitioners and receiving   inquiries for complaints processing from  victims seeking redress for human rights violations.
    Analyze case files and in consultation with the regional coordinator  and institutional mandate, make appropriate decisions, determinations and recommendations on complaints that’s have been lodged at the regional office
    Provide legal advice and or representation to clients on Human Rights Related court cases and disputes.
    Prepare sound legal opinions on complaints brought forward beyond arbitration.
    Generate advisories for submission to relevant actors on human rights issues.
    Facilitate public education and training programmes on human rights.
    Participate in field investigations and legal research in response to Human Rights violation cases noted or reported to the regional office to determine the way forward in pursuit of justice for the complainants and submit timely actionable reports.
    Refer complaints that fall outside the mandate of the commission to appropriate agencies for resolution as a way to assist them despite being outside the service parameters of the commission
    Prepare reminders and acknowledgements to keep petitioners  informed on the status of the complaints they have lodged on Human Rights violations at the regional office
    Working with marginalized groups

     Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in law, Peace Building/Conflict Management, Criminology, Political Science, Anthropology, Sociology, Development Studies, International Relations & Diplomacy or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university
    Be admitted as an  Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
    At least 1 year of relevant service in a comparable position from a reputable organization
    Good understanding of human rights and other relevant laws
    Good research skills.
    Good communication, listening and client management skills.
    Computer literacy
    Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

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  • Regional Services Officer Research & Compliance Officer Complaints Officer

    Regional Services Officer Research & Compliance Officer Complaints Officer

    REF: KNCHR/ADM/ SO /11/2019
    Reports to: The Regional Coordinator 
    Duration:  Permanent and Pensionable
    Gross Salary: Kshs. 141,950
    Job purpose
    This position is responsible for the implementation of programs and practices that support region specific best practices that contribute to the realization of Human Rights within the same. This role is to support in partnership building with stakeholders in regional communities to find innovative ways to shape sustainable and strategic alliances for the advancement of Human Rights programs inclusive of access to justice, devolution, land, citizenship, security, business human rights, minority groups, environmental rights, labour rights, public sector accountability and engaging cultural and traditional institutions to mainstream human rights laws.
    Responsibilities

    Supervise project teams and consultants to give direction and oversee quality control to meet the Commission’s service requirements on program benchmarks
    Implement regional office projects and oversee systems to determine effective processing of complaints on human rights violations according to the commission’s standards of service
    Promote proactive resolutions of complaints on human rights violations to quickly dissipate situations and avoid escalations that could be detrimental to the wellbeing of the victims
    Carry out investigations and legal research in response to Human Rights violation cases noted or reported to the regional office to determine the way forward in pursuit of justice for the complainants
    Draft quarterly and annual activity reports  on programmes implemented at the regional offices inclusive of challenges, findings and recommendations to inform the main office for future plans and program development
    Manage financial resources assigned for the project activities in the regional offices to ensure accountability of funds
    Assist in the management of regional partnerships necessary for the capacity enhancement of the commission’s work in the region in spite of internal limitations
    Undertake regional office operations inclusive of  data and assets management to ensure client confidentiality and information security
    Liaise with the head quarter office regarding matters of project implementation on assigned projects to execute these as per stipulated guidelines
    Execute programme activities such as human rights clinics and  legal aid forums  for the capacity building  of regional partners and stakeholders informing them on the human Rights Laws  based on the Kenyan constitution
    Participate in regional trainings for public officers in conjunction with partners to promote awareness in Human Rights Laws and the Kenyan National Human Rights Commission
    Prepare reminders, acknowledgements and keep the complainants informed on the status of the complaints that they have lodged on Human Rights Violations
    Refer complaints that fall outside the mandate of the commission to appropriate agencies for resolution

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences  or an equivalent from a recognized university
    Be admitted as an  Advocate of the High Court of Kenya(for lawyers)
    3 years of service in a comparable position from a reputable organization
    Good understanding of human rights and other relevant laws
    Good research skills.
    Good communication, listening and client management skills.
    Computer literacy

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  • Monitoring & Evaluation Internship Research & Compliance Internship HR & Admin Internship Complaints & Investigations Internship Directorate of Regional Services Internship

    Monitoring & Evaluation Internship Research & Compliance Internship HR & Admin Internship Complaints & Investigations Internship Directorate of Regional Services Internship

    Job Description

    To work closely with Programme heads and staff in order to learn from the work of the Commission in various divisions.
    Assist in Programme/Work plan implementation and assist in running and maintaining various Programmes in KNCHR,
    Any other task that may be assigned by the Programme Officers.

    Qualifications

    A Degree/ Diploma from a recognized university in a relevant field.
    Excellent ICT skills, with working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Tools.
    Must be able to work effectively and independently with minimum supervision.
    Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
    Proven research, writing and communication capability
    Demonstrable commitment to social justice.
    Fluency in spoken and written English and Swahili.

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  • Accounts Assistant – Head Office Finance Interns – Head Office

    Accounts Assistant – Head Office Finance Interns – Head Office

    REF: KNCHR/ADM/HRO/11/2018 – (1)
    Reports to:Head of Finance.Location: Nairobi with occasional travel.Duration: 3 Year Contract.Gross Salary:Kshs. 64,614
    Purpose of the job.
    This position is responsible for provision of accounting support to the Finance Department in the preparation of the various finance reports, accounts and reconciliation in compliance with Public Finance Accounts Standards and the achievements of objectives of the Finance and Accounts unit through
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Prepare suppliers payment vouchers and forward them for approval to prompt timely pay outs on good and services consumed by the commission
    Maintain an updated creditors’ schedule and supplier database to stay ahead of outstanding debts payable to the commission vendors
    Key in expenses against the specific budget lines to keep track of  fund balances to avoid over expenditure on approved budgets
    Carry out bank agent duties inclusive of cash withdrawals, negotiation for better exchange rates, request for bank statements and other such assignments to support the commission’s transactions 
    Liaise with regional officers to provide technical support on accounts and finance to mitigate audit queries and mishaps that can interrupt the field office functions 
    Verify the suppliers’ payment documentation for completeness, accuracy and authorization to ascertain payouts at are made to authentic parties and not to fraudulent schemers 
    Process field imprest requests, ensuring that they are paid on time to keep regional office operations fully functional in their execution of the commission’s mandate
    Invoice approved vouchers in the IFMIS system as a necessary step in accounting using the newly established government finance tracking platform
    File Accounting documents to keep accurate records as necessitated by the Public Accounting practices
    Post tax returns in iTax system to meet the current Kenya Revenue Authority tax guideline.

    Requirements.

    Diploma in Finance/ Accounts or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
    Part I of Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A) (K) or Association Of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
    1 years of service in a comparable position from a reputable organization. 
    Knowledge of professional accounting standards including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
    Knowledge of accounting packages.
    Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

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  • Office Assistant

    Office Assistant

    REF: KNCHR/ADM/HRO/08/2018 – (1)
    Reports to: Human Resources and Administration Manager. Location: Nairobi with occasional travel.Duration: Permanent and Pensionable.Gross Salary: Kshs. 37,666
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Operational Responsibilities

    Prepare and serve tea on a timely basis to all commissioners and staff and during meetings held within the commission.
    Responsible for the setup of sitting arrangement as per meeting requests and ensure cleanliness of the meeting room prior to its use
    Supervise the contracted cleaning staff, observe the cleaning of the office and ensure access to locked offices for supervised cleaning to be done
    Assist in that security measures are put in place by closing all the windows in all offices and board rooms and shut the main doors after hours of operation

    Requirements for Appointment

    Certificate in Food and Beverages or related field or its equivalent from a recognized institution
    Minimum level of knowledge( need to know) that would be regularly applied to the job:

    Proficient in Computer application
    Knowledge of budgeting

    Typical soft skills( attributes) that would be regularly applied to the job:

    Communication skills
    Interpersonal skills
    Organizational skills
    Ability to work under pressure
    Ability to work well with teams
    Problem solving skills
    Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

    Minimum number of months or years of experience the jobholder is required to have to be appointed to the position:

    2 years of service, or similar experience in a comparable position from a reputable organization.

    Communication/information the job holder needs to understand in order to perform the job:

    Basic verbal instructions or requests
    Simple written instructions or requests
    Basic e-mail, fax or mail correspondence
    Detailed verbal instructions or requests
    Detailed e-mail, fax or mail correspondence.

    Communication/information the job holder needs to carry out in order to perform the job:

    Routine communication in connection with instructions, requests or normal work tasks
    Routine communication with employees of the institution and citizens of Kenya
    Basic explanation of services to employees of the institution and citizens of Kenya
    Simple verbal instructions to other employees within the institution
    Basic e-mail, fax or mail correspondence

    For more information about the programmes/departments,visit the KNCHR website www.knchr.org.

  • Human Resources and Administration Department Intern Complaints and Investigations Department Intern

    Human Resources and Administration Department Intern Complaints and Investigations Department Intern

    Job Description 
    Duration: 12 months 
    Key Duties

    To work closely with Programme /Departmental heads and staff in order to learn from the work of the Commission in various departments.
    Assist in Programme/Work plan implementation and assist in running and maintaining various Programmes in KNCHR,
    Any other task that may be assigned by the Programme Officers.

    Key Qualifications:

    Holder of an undergraduate degree in a relevant field (as per departments above) from a recognized institution. Skills and Competencies
    Excellent IT skills, with working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Tools.
    Must be able to work effectively and independently with minimum supervision.
    Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
    Proven research, writing and communication capability
    Demonstrable commitment to social justice.
    Fluency in spoken and written English and Swahili.

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  • Driver Human Rights Officer

    Driver Human Rights Officer

    Job Objective
    This position is responsible for the facilitation of movement of the Commission staff to the respective destination is done in a safe manner by use of designated routes, locked vehicles at all times, observation of speed limits, passenger use of safety belt as per the Commission’s travel policy.
    Duration: Permanent and PensionableDuty Station: LaikipiaGross Salary:Kshs.37,666.00
    Driver Job Responsibilities

    Facilitate the transfer of Commission staff to field activities on time and in a safe and reliable manner.
    Pick and drop official Commission visitors and staff, to and from airport and take them to their required destination.
    Inform the Administration Officer of due motor vehicle insurance and the Senior Driver/ Mechanic of due mechanical service of all Commission vehicles.
    Ensure the cleanliness of the Commission vehicle at all times, carry out routine basic service check before use of the vehicle and report any defects to Senior Driver/Mechanic.
    Ensure a work ticket is produced and approved before taking up any assignment and record all details including use of fuel card before submission to Administration Officer.
    Observe defensive driving skills at all times during transfers to ensure fuel efficiency and forecast potential hazards ahead and avoid the said hazard.
    Collect assignment schedules from Administration Officer and carry out official errands such as payments of utilities bills, collects and delivers mails and collect approved visas on behalf of commission staff.
    Assist in basic support functions of Office administration i.e. photocopies, binding and filing when in the office, pending a transfer assignment.

    Qualifications

    Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (D+) and a Valid BCE Driving Licence
    Computer literacy.
    Knowledge of major towns in Kenya.
    Knowledge of relevant legislation (Traffic Act).
    Good Communication and Interpersonal skills.
    Good Organizational and Problem solving skills.
    Ability to work under pressure.
    Ability to work well with teams.
    Compliance with chapter six of the constitution.

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  • Accounts Assistant – Head Office Finance Interns – Head Office

    Accounts Assistant – Head Office Finance Interns – Head Office

    REF: KNCHR/ADM/HRO/11/2018 – (1)
    Reports to:Head of Finance.Location: Nairobi with occasional travel.Duration: 3 Year Contract.Gross Salary:Kshs. 64,614
    Purpose of the job.
    This position is responsible for provision of accounting support to the Finance Department in the preparation of the various finance reports, accounts and reconciliation in compliance with Public Finance Accounts Standards and the achievements of objectives of the Finance and Accounts unit through
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Prepare suppliers payment vouchers and forward them for approval to prompt timely pay outs on good and services consumed by the commission
    Maintain an updated creditors’ schedule and supplier database to stay ahead of outstanding debts payable to the commission vendors
    Key in expenses against the specific budget lines to keep track of  fund balances to avoid over expenditure on approved budgets
    Carry out bank agent duties inclusive of cash withdrawals, negotiation for better exchange rates, request for bank statements and other such assignments to support the commission’s transactions 
    Liaise with regional officers to provide technical support on accounts and finance to mitigate audit queries and mishaps that can interrupt the field office functions 
    Verify the suppliers’ payment documentation for completeness, accuracy and authorization to ascertain payouts at are made to authentic parties and not to fraudulent schemers 
    Process field imprest requests, ensuring that they are paid on time to keep regional office operations fully functional in their execution of the commission’s mandate
    Invoice approved vouchers in the IFMIS system as a necessary step in accounting using the newly established government finance tracking platform
    File Accounting documents to keep accurate records as necessitated by the Public Accounting practices
    Post tax returns in iTax system to meet the current Kenya Revenue Authority tax guideline.

    Requirements.

    Diploma in Finance/ Accounts or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
    Part I of Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A) (K) or Association Of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
    1 years of service in a comparable position from a reputable organization. 
    Knowledge of professional accounting standards including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
    Knowledge of accounting packages.
    Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

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  • Office Assistant

    Office Assistant

    REF: KNCHR/ADM/HRO/08/2018 – (1)
    Reports to: Human Resources and Administration Manager. Location: Nairobi with occasional travel.Duration: Permanent and Pensionable.Gross Salary: Kshs. 37,666
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Operational Responsibilities

    Prepare and serve tea on a timely basis to all commissioners and staff and during meetings held within the commission.
    Responsible for the setup of sitting arrangement as per meeting requests and ensure cleanliness of the meeting room prior to its use
    Supervise the contracted cleaning staff, observe the cleaning of the office and ensure access to locked offices for supervised cleaning to be done
    Assist in that security measures are put in place by closing all the windows in all offices and board rooms and shut the main doors after hours of operation

    Requirements for Appointment

    Certificate in Food and Beverages or related field or its equivalent from a recognized institution
    Minimum level of knowledge( need to know) that would be regularly applied to the job:

    Proficient in Computer application
    Knowledge of budgeting

    Typical soft skills( attributes) that would be regularly applied to the job:

    Communication skills
    Interpersonal skills
    Organizational skills
    Ability to work under pressure
    Ability to work well with teams
    Problem solving skills
    Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

    Minimum number of months or years of experience the jobholder is required to have to be appointed to the position:

    2 years of service, or similar experience in a comparable position from a reputable organization.

    Communication/information the job holder needs to understand in order to perform the job:

    Basic verbal instructions or requests
    Simple written instructions or requests
    Basic e-mail, fax or mail correspondence
    Detailed verbal instructions or requests
    Detailed e-mail, fax or mail correspondence.

    Communication/information the job holder needs to carry out in order to perform the job:

    Routine communication in connection with instructions, requests or normal work tasks
    Routine communication with employees of the institution and citizens of Kenya
    Basic explanation of services to employees of the institution and citizens of Kenya
    Simple verbal instructions to other employees within the institution
    Basic e-mail, fax or mail correspondence

    For more information about the programmes/departments,visit the KNCHR website www.knchr.org.

  • Human Resources and Administration Department Intern Complaints and Investigations Department Intern

    Human Resources and Administration Department Intern Complaints and Investigations Department Intern

    Job Description 
    Duration: 12 months 
    Key Duties

    To work closely with Programme /Departmental heads and staff in order to learn from the work of the Commission in various departments.
    Assist in Programme/Work plan implementation and assist in running and maintaining various Programmes in KNCHR,
    Any other task that may be assigned by the Programme Officers.

    Key Qualifications:

    Holder of an undergraduate degree in a relevant field (as per departments above) from a recognized institution. Skills and Competencies
    Excellent IT skills, with working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Tools.
    Must be able to work effectively and independently with minimum supervision.
    Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
    Proven research, writing and communication capability
    Demonstrable commitment to social justice.
    Fluency in spoken and written English and Swahili.

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