Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Jobs
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Principal Human Rights Officer Jobs
Job PurposeThis position is responsible for provision of leadership in capacity building of the general public, state and non-state actors on human rights for the purpose of enhancing the respect of such rights. In addition to this, the Principal Human Rights Officer will oversee the design and management of public education and training programs in Kenya to promote, respect, protect and fulfil human rights to all citizens in the Republic of Kenya.
Responsibilities
Managerial Duties
Lead in the design, planning, implementation and monitoring of the public education and training programs as per the mandate of the Commission to inform, educate and sensitize the public on human rights issues
Manage and mentor staff members within the department to enhance work performance as set out in the departmental work plan
Formulate the curriculum, lead and support teams in training curriculum review, in line with the strategy of the commission
Manage and mobilize public education and sensitization grants obtained by donors for human rights projects
Appraise work performance of staff in the Public education and training department as set out in the appraisal schemes of work
Operational Duties
Develop training content for training of trainer officers to promote peace, respect and protection of human rights for all citizens in Kenya
Lead in training for partners e.g. embassies on Human rights based approach to planning and developments
Undertake capacity-building programs in human rights for the County, Senate, National Assembly Commissioners in Kenya and other African countries.
Build capacity for senior security sector officers e.g. police, prisons in order to promote public education and training programs on respect, protect and fulfill human rights to all citizens of Kenya
Lead in development of reports that review public education training and submit them promptly to the Commission Secretary for rollout to the public
Approve and account for public education activity expenditure in the Commission.
Qualifications
Masters’ degree in Social Sciences, education, law public policy/administration or an equivalent from a recognized university and a Diploma in Education, Public Administration, Project Management or an equivalent from a recognized institution.
Eight years’ experience of which 3 should be at a senior level with supervisory role in a relevant field.
Strategic Leadership Development certificate lasting not less than 6 weeks
Excellent IT skills, with working knowledge for the various packages.
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
Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya
How to apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 30th January, 2018 to:
The Commission Secretary,
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Lenana Road, CVS Plaza, 1st Floor
P. O. Box 74359-00200
NAIROBI.
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Human Rights Officer Jobs
Responsibilities
Job Purpose
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 within the region. This purpose of this role is to pursue redress for human rights violations in the Commission’s regional office; to reinforce programs and practices that support the advancement of Human Rights , including access to justice, devolution, land, citizenship, security, business and human rights, minority groups, environmental rights, labour rights, public sector accountability and engaging cultural and traditional institutions to mainstream human rights.
Responsibilities:
Undertake client screening and complaints handling for victims seeking redress for human rights violations to facilitate the justice process and seek favorable outcomes for them
Promote proactive resolution of complaints on human rights violations to avoid recurrence of similar situation from arising. This includes the application of ADR mechanisms.
Undertake investigations on human rights violations to ensure that the complaints are resolved promptly as per the mandate of the Commission
Refer complaints that fall outside the mandate of the Commission to appropriate agencies for resolution
Prepare reports on complaints received and the remedial action taken by the Commission
Organize, plan and implement programme activities such as human rights clinics, radio talk shows and public forums to create awareness amongst members of the public
Attend court in matters where the Commission is a party or has an interest
Assist in preparing training content and facilitating trainings for civil society organizations, state actors and other stakeholders
Assist in monitoring compliance with human rights standards in prisons and other detention facilities.
Assist in the preparation of quarterly, annual and activity reports
Assist in the management and enhancement of partnerships with human rights actors in the region in order to enhance the Commission’s effectiveness.
Represent the Commission in various meetings and forums organized by the Commission’s partners and whose agenda touch on the Commission’s mandate
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Law 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
How to apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 30th January, 2018 to:
The Commission Secretary,
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Lenana Road, CVS Plaza, 1st Floor
P. O. Box 74359-00200
NAIROBI.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of clearance certificates from the following institutions:-
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
Criminal Investigations Department (CID)
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
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