The National Environment Management Authority
(NEMA) is established under the Environmental Management and Coordination Act
(EMCA) No. 8 of 1999, as the Principal Instrument of Government in the
implementation of all policies relating to the environment.
The Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following vacant positions:
1. Principal Corporate Communications OfficerThe Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following vacant positions:
Grade E5
1 Pos
Ref: HR 08 /2011
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Chief Corporate Communications Officer
Key Responsibilities
- Implementing
communications policies and strategies
- Monitoring
public perception about NEMA;
- Media
relations including media analysis,
- Preparation
of daily briefs on media coverage given to NEMA and other environmental
issues.
- Drafting
of rejoinders and press releases;
- Identification
of media programs, columns, and publications suitable for the
dissemination of environmental news;
- Preparation
of publicity materials and speech management;
- Managing
linkages with other stakeholders and coordination of protocol functions
and other events of the Authority.
Requirements for appointment
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
- A
Master degree in Public Relations, communications or journalism;
- Nine
(9) years working experience in Corporate Communications or Public
Relations
- Demonstrated
capability in the management and handling of the Communication function
required at this level.
- Computer
Literate.
2. Legal Officer
Grade E7
1 Post
Ref: HR 09/2011
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Principal Legal Officer.
Key responsibilities
Specific duties at this level include but not limited to;
Grade E7
1 Post
Ref: HR 09/2011
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Principal Legal Officer.
Key responsibilities
Specific duties at this level include but not limited to;
- Conducting
legal research and drawing up legal opinions on policy matters relating to
the Authority;
- Assisting
in the development of by-laws/guidelines and ensuring their conformity
with the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act (EMCA 1999)
- Drafting
of legal documents which will include contractual agreements.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this post, a candidate must have:
For appointment to this post, a candidate must have:
- A
Bachelor’s degree in Law from recognized institution.
- Diploma
in Law from Kenya School of Law
- Current
Practicing certificate
- Advocate
of the High court of Kenya.
- 3
years working experience in Legal Practice
- Computer
Literate.
3. Procurement Assistant
Grade E9
1 Post
Ref: HR 10/2011
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Senior Procurement Officer.
Key Responsibilities
Specific duties at this level include but not limited to;
Grade E9
1 Post
Ref: HR 10/2011
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Senior Procurement Officer.
Key Responsibilities
Specific duties at this level include but not limited to;
- Receiving/issuing
of stores
- Preparation
and proper maintenance of stores records
- Conducting
market research and surveys;
- Assisting
in the preparation of annual procurement plans
- Assisting
in periodic and annual supply chain reports.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- A
Diploma in Supply Chain Management or Purchasing and Supply Management
from a recognized institution.
- Membership
of Supply Chain Professional body.
- Three
years working experience in procurement , stores or supplies related field
- Computer
Literate
4. Receptionist II
Grade E12
1 Post
Ref: HR 11/2011
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Administrative Officer.
Key Responsibilities
Duties at this level will include but not limited to;
Grade E12
1 Post
Ref: HR 11/2011
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Administrative Officer.
Key Responsibilities
Duties at this level will include but not limited to;
- Maintaining
good public relations at the reception.
- Welcoming
and directing visitors
- Telephone
operating at the switchboard
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- Kenya
Certificate of Secondary Education Mean grade D+ or its recognized
equivalent from the Kenya National Examinations Council with at least mean
grade D+ in English and Swahili
- 3
years working experience
- Attended
a one (1) month Reception/Telephone operator course from a recognized
institution
- Computer
Literate
5. Procurement Officer II
Grade 8
1 Post
Ref: HR 12/2011
Kenya Coastal Development Project (KCDP) is a World Bank funded project that was originated by KMFRI together with key development and conservation agencies that developed a project proposal aiming at promoting an environmentally sustainable management of Kenya’s coastal and marine resources.
KCDP was declared effective on 30th June 2011 and it is expected to close down on October 2016.
The development objective of the project is to promote an environmentally sustainable management of Kenya’s Coastal and marine resources by strengthening the capacity of existing relevant government agencies and enhance the capacity of rural micro, small and medium sized
enterprises in selected coastal communities.
The Authority is an agency in the third component. To this end, the Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Procurement Officer II. The terms of the position are contractual and are based on the period of the project.
The position is tenable in Mombasa.
Key Responsibilities
Specific duties at this level include but not limited to;
Grade 8
1 Post
Ref: HR 12/2011
Kenya Coastal Development Project (KCDP) is a World Bank funded project that was originated by KMFRI together with key development and conservation agencies that developed a project proposal aiming at promoting an environmentally sustainable management of Kenya’s coastal and marine resources.
KCDP was declared effective on 30th June 2011 and it is expected to close down on October 2016.
The development objective of the project is to promote an environmentally sustainable management of Kenya’s Coastal and marine resources by strengthening the capacity of existing relevant government agencies and enhance the capacity of rural micro, small and medium sized
enterprises in selected coastal communities.
The Authority is an agency in the third component. To this end, the Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Procurement Officer II. The terms of the position are contractual and are based on the period of the project.
The position is tenable in Mombasa.
Key Responsibilities
Specific duties at this level include but not limited to;
- Preparation
and updating of the annual procurement plan for the project
- Compilation
of specifications for procurement items provided by users and technical
experts
- Preparation
of pre-qualification and Expression of Interest (EOI) documents
- Drafting
of tender documents and requests for proposals
- Receiving/issuing
of stores
- Preparation
and proper maintenance of stores records
- Conducting
market research and surveys
- Preparation
of periodic and annual supply chain reports.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
- A
University degree in business related field from a recognized University
- Membership
of a Supply Chain Professional body.
- Three
(3) years experience in procurement/supplies field.
- Knowledge
of Public Procurement and Disposal Act and regulations.
- Familiarity
with international procurement procedures , with specific experience and
working knowledge of World Bank Procurement procedures
- Knowledge
of Kenyan public procurement procedures and regulations.
- Computer
literate
6. Accountant II
Grade E8
1 Post
Ref: HR 13/2011
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Senior Accountant.
Key responsibilities
Specific duties will be to assist in the development and implementation of financial controls and procedures within the sections; preparation of financial statements for various purposes, project financial appraisal and management.
Requirements for Appointment
Grade E8
1 Post
Ref: HR 13/2011
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Senior Accountant.
Key responsibilities
Specific duties will be to assist in the development and implementation of financial controls and procedures within the sections; preparation of financial statements for various purposes, project financial appraisal and management.
Requirements for Appointment
- A
Bachelor of Commerce degree (Accounting option) from a recognized
university or Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA K) or
their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
- Served
as an Accounts Assistant for a minimum period of three (3) years or
equivalent
- Computer
literate
Further, the authority invites applications
from qualified and experienced candidates for the following vacant positions
tenable at the public complaints committee (PCC)
7. Environmental Research Officer I
Grade E7
1 Post
Ref: HR 14/2011
Reporting to the Senior Research Officer, the duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to;
7. Environmental Research Officer I
Grade E7
1 Post
Ref: HR 14/2011
Reporting to the Senior Research Officer, the duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to;
- Editing
complaints reports
- Drafting/compiling
reports on environmental complaints reported in the media for the Committee
to take action
- Research
and compilation of PCC component of the State of Environment report
- Carrying
out investigative field visits and on-site visits on complaints received
by PCC
- Participation
in finalization of cases
- Participating
in public hearings
- Correspondence
with parties, respondents, complainants and interested parties
- Preparation
of work plans and working guidelines
- Design
and production of publicity materials and information kits to be disbursed
to the public to create awareness.
Requirement for Appointment
For appointment to this post, a candidate must have:
For appointment to this post, a candidate must have:
- A
Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or any
other related field from a recognized Institution.
- Served
in the grade of Environmental Research Officer II or in a comparable and
relevant position in the Public Service for at least three (3) years
- Demonstrated
ability in carrying out research.
- Computer
literate.
8. Environmental Research Officer II
Grade E8
2 Posts
Ref: HR 15/2011
Reporting to the Senior Research Officer, the duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to;
Grade E8
2 Posts
Ref: HR 15/2011
Reporting to the Senior Research Officer, the duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to;
- Receiving
and recording complaints at PCC
- Interviewing
complainants who visit PCC
- Participating
in on-site investigation visits
- Participating
in public hearing
- Participation
in finalization of cases of PCC
- Preparing
annual reports, State of Environment Report, Case Reports and
- Workshop
Reports on behalf of the Committee members;
- Identification
of target groups of workshops
Requirement for Appointment
For appointment to this post, a candidate must have:
For appointment to this post, a candidate must have:
- A
Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or any
other related field from a recognized Institution.
- Served
in the grade of Environmental Research Assistant or in a comparable and
relevant position in the Public Service for at least three (3) years
- Shown
merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
- Computer
literate.
9. Accounts Assistant
Grade E9
1 Post
Ref: HR 16/2011
An officer at this level will perform a variety of accounting work.
Specific duties will include, cost and/or management accounting; preparation of budgets; financial analysis/reports; verification of payment vouchers; collation of financial estimates; determination of aggregate expenditure; preparation of records for financial audits and supervision of revenue.
Requirement for Appointment
For appointment to this post, an applicant must have:
Grade E9
1 Post
Ref: HR 16/2011
An officer at this level will perform a variety of accounting work.
Specific duties will include, cost and/or management accounting; preparation of budgets; financial analysis/reports; verification of payment vouchers; collation of financial estimates; determination of aggregate expenditure; preparation of records for financial audits and supervision of revenue.
Requirement for Appointment
For appointment to this post, an applicant must have:
- A
Diploma in Accounts or part II of the certified public Accounts
Examination or their equivalent from a recognized institution.
- 3
years working experience in a relevant field.
- Computer
literate.
10. Project Manager
1 Post
Ref: HR17/2011
The National Environment Management Authority with the assistance of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is implementing a project aimed at enhancing Regulatory and Information Systems for Integrated Implementation of Multilateral Environmental Agreements.
The main objective of the Project is to assist the country to enhance it ability of addressing global environmental challenges related to land degradation, climate change, biodiversity conservation and chemical management through effective coordinated and integrated implementation of respective multi-lateral environmental agreements.
In view of this, the Authority is recruiting a Project Manager for the project for a period of one year on contract basis.
Reporting to the Director- Environmental Planning & Research Coordination, the duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to;
1 Post
Ref: HR17/2011
The National Environment Management Authority with the assistance of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is implementing a project aimed at enhancing Regulatory and Information Systems for Integrated Implementation of Multilateral Environmental Agreements.
The main objective of the Project is to assist the country to enhance it ability of addressing global environmental challenges related to land degradation, climate change, biodiversity conservation and chemical management through effective coordinated and integrated implementation of respective multi-lateral environmental agreements.
In view of this, the Authority is recruiting a Project Manager for the project for a period of one year on contract basis.
Reporting to the Director- Environmental Planning & Research Coordination, the duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to;
- Manage
day-to-day operations of the project and coordinate inputs of local and
international experts, consultants, sub-contractors and co-operating
partners
- Assist
in drafting Terms of Reference for National Project components,
consultants, experts and their recruitment
- Assist
providing information on finances , budget and ensure all activities are
carried out on time and within budget to achieve the stated outputs
- Assist
the NEMA in the preparation and submission to UNEP and of regular progress
and financial reports
- Assist
with capturing and incorporating recommendations from PSC meetings into
project execution and monitoring and evaluation plan
Requirement for Appointment
For appointment to this post, an applicant must have:
For appointment to this post, an applicant must have:
- Masters
and Bachelor of Natural Resource Management or any other related field
from a recognized Institution.
- 5
years relevant working experience in project monitoring and evaluation
- Those
with Bachelors degree in NRM or related field and 10 years experience will
also be considered.
- Computer
literate.
Applications
accompanied by copies of certificates, detailed curriculum vitae, testimonials,
current remuneration, current position/ grade, expected salary and a daytime
telephone contact should be forwarded to the address below by 15th November
2011.
Please quote the respective reference number for the position you would like to be considered for on the application letter and envelope.
The Director General
National Environment Management Authority
Popo Road, off Mombasa Road
P.O Box 67839-00200
Nairobi
E-Mail: hr@nema.go.ke
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
Please quote the respective reference number for the position you would like to be considered for on the application letter and envelope.
The Director General
National Environment Management Authority
Popo Road, off Mombasa Road
P.O Box 67839-00200
Nairobi
E-Mail: hr@nema.go.ke
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
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