Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Director– Corporate Services Jobs

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is a constitutional body established under Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya and Section 3 of the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act No 14 of 2011 (revised) 2012. It has the core mandate to develop a culture of Human Rights through the promotion and protection of rights and fundamental freedoms in the Republic of Kenya.

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is an independent National Human Rights Institution created under 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 in accordance with the United Nations Principles relating to the Status of National Institutions (Paris Principles).

KNCHR’s mandate includes furthering the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya, acting as a watchdog over the Government in the area of human rights, and the provision of Leadership in moving the country towards a human rights respecting state. KNCHR fulfils its human rights mandate through five Directorates including: Complaints and Investigations, Research, Advocacy and Outreach, Legal Services, Regional Services and Corporate Services. The Commission has offices in Nairobi, Wajir, Kitale, Mombasa, Kisumu and Nyahururu.

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for coordination and administration of Corporate Services
Directorate.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the formulation, development, implementation and review of the Finance & Accounts, Human Resources Management and Administration, Planning and M& E, ICT, and Counselling policies, strategies, standards, procedures, guidelines and programmes.

• Coordinating and managing all Corporate Service Divisions

• Ensuring functional compliance to statutory regulations governing Corporate Services

• Managing and maintaining Commissions assets and resources

• Overseeing staff development and capacity building of the Commission

• Overseeing formulation of strategies for performance management and succession planning

• Ensuring a healthy and safe work environment

• Promoting institutional learning and knowledge management

• Promoting use of ICT and e-governance in the operations of the Commission

• Nurturing

and promoting innovations in the provision of Commissions services

• Ensuring development, promotion and maintenance of the Commissions corporate brand and communication strategy

• Overseeing the Monitoring and Evaluation of the Implementation of the Commission functions and programmes

• Establishing and managing registries and ensuring safe custody of all Commissions record and information

• Ensuring affirmative action, gender and disability mainstreaming at the commission

• Coordinating preparation of reports and responses to parliamentary questions

• Coordinating planning and budgeting for the activities and programmes of the Commissions

• Ensuring prudent utilization of the Commissions financial resources and assets

• Building capacity and managing performance of staff in the Directorate

Skills, Experience and Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Commerce (Accounting/Finance option) Finance, Economics, Business Management/ Administration, Supply Chain or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

• Twelve (12) years’ experience of which five (5) should be at a senior level with supervisory role in a relevant field.

• Strategic Leadership Development certificate lasting not less than 6 weeks from a recognized
institution will be an added advantage.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.

• Ability to build and lead cohesive teams.

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of the project management cycle and public administration.

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

Excellent IT skills, with working knowledge for the various packages.

• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Director– Corporate Services Jobs

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