National Gender and Equality Commission Assistant Director Research - Monitoring - Evaluation and Documentation Jobs in Kenya
National Gender and Equality Commission Assistant Director Research - Monitoring - Evaluation and Documentation Jobs in Kenya
Our VisionA society free from all forms of inequality and discrimination
Our Mission
To promote gender equality and freedom from all forms of discrimination in Kenya, especially for special interest groups through ensuring compliance with policies, laws and practice
Job Vacancies
The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) is a Constitutional Commission established pursuant to Article 59 (4) & (5) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
It is operationalized by the National Gender and Equality Commission Act, 2011. The Commission’s overall mandate is to promote gender equality and freedom from discrimination for all people in Kenya with specific focus on special interest groups, which include: women, children, youth, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs),
older members of society, minorities and marginalized groups.
The Commission invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the
positions of;
Assistant Director Research, Monitoring, Evaluation and Documentation- Ngec 3
Terms of Service :
5-year Contract. May Be Renewed Subject to Satisfactory Performance
Ref : Ngec/hr/04/2019
The officer will be responsible to the Director Programme & Research.
Duties and Responsibilities
Manage staff performance in the department;
Provide leadership in the development of policies on Research, Monitoring, Evaluation & Documentation for the Commission;
Provide leadership in the design and development of research projects, monitoring and evaluation system for the Commission, appropriate data collection tools and frames;
Oversee the preparation and efficient utilization of the departmental budget;
Provide leadership in the development of M&E indicators for monitoring the
integration of Principles of equality and inclusion in public and private sector;
Provide leadership in the design and installation of a data base on equality
and inclusion;
Strengthen capacity of the Commission in Research, Monitoring and Evaluation;
Provide leadership in development of Monitoring and Evaluation Plans (MEP) for donor funded projects;
Ensure timely preparation, implementation and reporting of the departmental work plans;
Provide leadership on documentation and knowledge management in the Commission;
Coordinate research activities on matters relating to equality and freedom from discrimination;
Collaborate with other research institutions to gather evidence on equality and
inclusion of the special interest groups of NGEC;
Coordinate preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual monitoring and evaluation reports drawn from other programme departments to inform
national, counties and private sector progress in Kenya;
Translate reports into policy briefs and provide leadership in the development
of evidence-based advisories;
Ensure establishment of a database of international and regional treaties,
conventions and commitments that Kenya has ratified in relation to special interest groups;
Provide leadership in writing of research concepts and proposals;
Identify and establish networks and stakeholders for joint research,
monitoring and evaluation activities.
Requirements for appointment
For appointment to this position, an applicant must have:
Served as a Senior Research Officer or Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for a minimum period of eight (8) years, three (3) years of which should have been as in-charge of Research, M&E, Documentation or knowledge management department(s) in a reputable organization;
Bachelor’s Degree in either the following;
Project Management/Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Applied Statistics/Research or any other relevant and comparable qualification from a recognized institution in Kenya;
Master’s Degree in either one of the following; Project Management/Planning,
Monitoring and Evaluation, Applied Statistics/Research or any other relevant
and comparable qualification from a recognized institution in Kenya;
An earned PhD in either one of the following; Monitoring and Evaluation, Research or any other relevant field will be an added advantage;
Conducted research for a minimum period of Six (6) years;
At least three (3) articles in refereed journals;
A demostrable understanding of gender equality and freedom from dicrimination issues affecting special interest groups of NGEC;
A demonstrable knowledge and experience in design and execution of different forms of research studies with strict adherance to research ethics;
Knowledge in use of computer applications for research and data management;
A thorough understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, devolution, national goals and policies, national development priorities and emerging gender equality and exclusion issues;
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements to submit their applications clearly indicating the position applied for together with A detailed Curriculum Vitae, (Please indicate your county of origin);
A copy of National Identity Card
Certified copies of Academic Certificates, Transcripts, professional
certificates and any other relevant supporting documents;
All applicants should attach a copy of appointment letter;
Applicants should submit three (3) names of referees one of which must be the current employer and their mobile telephone and e-mail contacts.
Please Note that:
The National Gender and Equality Commission Commission is an equal opportunity employer.
Persons with Disabilities, people from Marginalized and Minority groups who
meet the requirements are encouraged to apply;
The Commission does not ask for any money nor ask applicants to undergo
medical examination;
Only shortlisted condidates will be notified and will be required to provide
clearance from KRA, CID, EACC, HELB and CRB;
It is a criminal offence for any applicant to provide false information and documents in the job application;
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification;
A candidate who applies online must scan and attach all the required documents.
All applications should be addressed to:
The Commisson Secretary/CEO
National Gender and Equality Commission
Solution Tech Building, Longonot Road, Upper Hill
P O Box 27512-00506
Nairobi
Email to: applications@ngeckenya.org
Note: Clearly indicate the job reference number on the subject line and on the envelope.
To reach the Commission on or before 27th May 2019
For more information and job application details, see; National Gender and Equality Commission Assistant Director Research - Monitoring - Evaluation and Documentation Jobs in Kenya
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