The Kenya Anti Corruption Commission (KACC) is established by an Act of Parliament, the Anti- Corruption and Economic Crimes Act (2003), to take necessary measures for the prevention of corruption in the public and private sectors; to investigate acts of corruption and economics crimes; to recover public funds/property acquired through corruption; and to enlist members of the public in fighting corruption through education.
The Commission invites applications from suitable persons to fill the following vacant positions within its establishment;
The Commission invites applications from suitable persons to fill the following vacant positions within its establishment;
- Employment will initially be on contract terms, for a period of four (4) years. The contracts are renewable upon satisfactory performance.
- Competitive/attractive remuneration packages will be offered.
- Applicants must be of outstanding honesty and integrity, and should be willing to be subjected to a security vetting process
- Applicants must be computer-literate to be able to work in a highly computerized environment.
- Applicants MUST quote the reference number for the position applied for on the application letter and envelope
- Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Directorate of Investigations and Asset Tracing (IAT)
Senior Officer: Analysis & Production
KACC 5
1 Post
Ref KACC/IAT SO-AP -1
Reporting to the Assistant Director -Investigations and Assets Tracing (IAT), through the Principal Officer - Intelligence Production:
Duties/Responsibilities
Senior Officer: Analysis & Production
KACC 5
1 Post
Ref KACC/IAT SO-AP -1
Reporting to the Assistant Director -Investigations and Assets Tracing (IAT), through the Principal Officer - Intelligence Production:
Duties/Responsibilities
- Gathering and documenting information and intelligence on corruption and economic crime
- Classifying and analyzing information and producing intelligence reports
- Profiling corrupt official (targets) and maintaining dossiers on them
- Gathering, collating and analyzing intelligence
- Conducting risk analysis on corruption and economic crime
Qualifications
- A degree in Law Social Sciences, Management, Communication, Journalism or any other related field from a recognized institution
- A Masters degree or its equivalent in a relevant field will be an added advantage
- At least ten (10) years demonstrable experience in Intelligence work
In addition to the above, the person must have the following competencies;
- Be mature and a team player with a proven track record of leading, managing and motivating other team members
- Possess demonstrable analytical and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
Forensic Investigator III – Audit
KACC “8”-
2 Posts
Ref KACC/IAT FIA -2
Reporting to the Principal Forensic Investigator through Senior Forensic Investigator: -
Duties and Responsibilities
KACC “8”-
2 Posts
Ref KACC/IAT FIA -2
Reporting to the Principal Forensic Investigator through Senior Forensic Investigator: -
Duties and Responsibilities
- Reviewing/analyzing financial reports on targets organizations/departments
- Examining accountable documents of the target organizations/departments to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures and regulations
- Conducting in-depth investigations on all assigned cases of corruption and economic crimes
- Identifying and tracing assets acquired through corrupt means
- Compiling and preparing cases for court.
Qualifications
- A degree in Commerce in Accounting /Finance or its equivalent from a recognized University
- Holder of CPA (K)
- Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience
- Experience in forensic investigations will be an added advantage
Directorate of Preventive Services (PS)
Senior Officer - Research
KACC 5
1 Post
Ref KACC/PS/SO-R-3
Reporting to the Assistant Director - Preventive Services through the Principal Officer - Research & Policy;
Duties and Responsibilities
Senior Officer - Research
KACC 5
1 Post
Ref KACC/PS/SO-R-3
Reporting to the Assistant Director - Preventive Services through the Principal Officer - Research & Policy;
Duties and Responsibilities
- Designing, developing and implementing research programmes in the field of anti-corruption, ethics and integrity
- Collecting, analyzing and reporting of data on anticorruption, ethics, and integrity
- Examining and critiquing existing anti-corruption policies, law and Institutions and making recommendations for appropriate interventions
- Preparing policy proposals, papers and briefs on anti-corruption law, policy and institutions
- Disseminating research findings
- Lobbying various sectors of the economy for the adoption of reform proposals
- Managing a Research and Documentation/Resource Centre.
Qualifications
- A degree from a recognized university in Social Sciences, Research & Evaluation, Policy Analysis or other related field
- A Masters degree or its equivalent in a relevant field will be an added advantage
- At least ten (10) years demonstrable experience in research work
- Proven skills and knowledge in the design and implementation of research programmes.
- Excellent analytical, report writing and communication skills.
In addition, the candidate must possess the following core competencies;
- Be mature and a team player with proven track record of leading and motivating other team members
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines and with minimum supervision.
Education Officer III
KACC “8”
3 Posts
Ref KACC/PS/E0 -4
Reporting to the Principal Officer -Education through the Senior Officer - Education:-
Duties and Responsibilities
KACC “8”
3 Posts
Ref KACC/PS/E0 -4
Reporting to the Principal Officer -Education through the Senior Officer - Education:-
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in design, development and implementation of anti-corruption, ethics integrity education programs in the public, private and formal sectors
- Assist in design, development and circulation of Anti-corruption ethics-integrity educational and other publicity materials through out the country
- Assist in planning, budgeting and actual facilitation of training at a range of levels in the public, private and formal sectors
- Assist in the development of work plans and outlines that structure the work of the Department
- Development liaison and networks with institutions in the public and private sphere in promotion of ethics-integrity, governance and anti-corruption programs
- Planning and conducting training programs in the public, private and formal sectors.
Qualifications
- A Bachelors degree in Education from a recognized University
- Holders of Masters or Post-graduate qualification will have an added advantage
- At least 5 years relevant experience in designing developing and implementation of Education Programmes
- Must have experience in designing and developing Educational materials
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Involvement in civic/public education programmes is an added advantage.
Directorate of Legal Services and Asset Recovery (LS)
Senior Attorney – Evidence Analysis
KACC “5”
1 Post
Ref KACC/LS/SA-EA -5
Reporting to the Assistant Director – Legal Services through the Principal Attorney- Evidence Analysis;
Duties and Responsibilities
Senior Attorney – Evidence Analysis
KACC “5”
1 Post
Ref KACC/LS/SA-EA -5
Reporting to the Assistant Director – Legal Services through the Principal Attorney- Evidence Analysis;
Duties and Responsibilities
- Carrying out all duties of an Advocate
- Carrying out comprehensive analysis and evaluation of evidence in completed criminal and civil inquiry files
- Preparation of statutory reports, legal briefs and opinions
- Overseeing the preparation of case files for purposes of prosecution and asset recovery including pre-trial conferences
- Giving direction and guidance in the course of investigations and recovery proceedings
- Providing legal advice to the Commission in civil, criminal and asset recovery.
- Defending the Commission in cases filed against it.
Qualifications
- A degree in Law from a recognized University
- An Advocate of High Court of Kenya
- At least 10 years relevant working experience in civil and criminal litigation
- Excellent skills in research and reporting
- Demonstrable prosecutorial skills will be an added advantage
- Relevant Post graduate qualifications will be an added advantage.
In addition, the candidate must possess the following core competencies;
- Be mature and a team player with proven track record of leading and motivating other team members
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines and capable of multitasking and working in all Directorates
Directorate of Finance & Administration (FA)
Accountant III
KACC “8”
1 Post
Ref KACC/F&A/ACC -6
Reporting to Principal Officer - Finance & Accounts through the Senior Officer - Finance & Accounts;
Duties and Responsibilities
Accountant III
KACC “8”
1 Post
Ref KACC/F&A/ACC -6
Reporting to Principal Officer - Finance & Accounts through the Senior Officer - Finance & Accounts;
Duties and Responsibilities
- Verification and processing of imprest surrenders
- Preparation of monthly outstanding Imprest Status Report
- Preparation of monthly Imprest Register/ Ledger Reconciliations
- Assisting the Accounts Assistants with their day to day assignments
- Attending to audit queries relating to imprest Section
- Processing VAT and withholding Tax Returns and filling them with KRA
- Preparing bank reconciliations
Qualifications
- A degree in Commerce or Business Administration with bias in Finance or Accounting from recognized University
- Professional qualifications of at least CPA (K)
- At least five (5) years relevant working experience
- Demonstrable knowledge of accounting for public funds and reporting
- Thorough command of an Integrated Financial Management system preferably, ACCPAC
Internal Audit Assistant I
“KACC 9”
1 Post
Ref KACC/F&A/IA -7)
Reporting to the Principal Internal Audit Officer;
Duties and Responsibilities
“KACC 9”
1 Post
Ref KACC/F&A/IA -7)
Reporting to the Principal Internal Audit Officer;
Duties and Responsibilities
- Testing and appraising for soundness and adequacy the application of accounting, financial and other operating controls to promote efficient operations
- Preparation and implementation of annual Audit Plans
- Participating in carrying out Audit checks, verifications and appraisals
- Carrying out fieldwork on Systems Audits and Performance Audits
- Undertaking special Audit investigations as required from time to time.
- Preparing audit reports and following up implementation of recommendations
Qualifications
- A degree in Commerce in Accounting /Finance or its equivalent from a recognized University
- Holder of CPA (K)
- Minimum of 5 years relevant experience preferably in the Public Sector
- Thorough command of audit packages preferably ACL
- Experience in forensic auditing will be an added advantage
Customer Care Assistant III
“KACC 11”
1 Post
Ref KACC/F&A/CCA -7
Reporting to the Principal Officer - Public Relations and Protocol;
Duties and Responsibilities
“KACC 11”
1 Post
Ref KACC/F&A/CCA -7
Reporting to the Principal Officer - Public Relations and Protocol;
Duties and Responsibilities
- Handling visitors/clients and controlling access into the Commission offices and Installation
- Assisting in implementation of Public Relations Programmes
- Liaising with emergency response teams in case of emergencies.
Qualifications
- Minimum of KCSE grade C
- At least 3 years relevant working experience
- A Diploma in Public Relations/ Customer Care/Marketing
- Thorough command of English and Kiswahili
Drivers
KACC “11”
3 Posts (to be based in Nairobi, Kisumu & Mombasa respectively)
Ref KACC/F&A/DRV -8
Reporting to the Principal Officer - Administration through the Officer in Charge of the assigned station;
Duties and Responsibilities
KACC “11”
3 Posts (to be based in Nairobi, Kisumu & Mombasa respectively)
Ref KACC/F&A/DRV -8
Reporting to the Principal Officer - Administration through the Officer in Charge of the assigned station;
Duties and Responsibilities
- Driving allocated vehicles
- Ensuring that the assigned vehicle is in good working condition
- Maintaining vehicles in presentable and clean state
- Ascertaining the serviceability of assigned vehicles
- Ensuring safety of the vehicle and passengers on and off the road.
Qualifications
- A valid driving license class BCE
- Up to date Certificate of Good Conduct
- Minimum of KCSE grade C or its equivalent
- At least 5 years driving experience in a busy organization
- Any other relevant training in motor vehicle servicing, defensive driving and road safety will be an added advantage.
The Director/Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission (KACC)
P.O. Box 61130 00200, Nairobi
So as to reach him not later than 18th February 2011.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Those who do not meet the minimum qualifications as specified here in need not apply.
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