The Kenya National
Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is an independent National Human Rights
Institution created by 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 under the United Nations
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 state.
KNCHR fulfils its human rights mandate through a number of programmes,
including Research and Compliance, Public Education and Training, Complaints
and Investigations, Redress and Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.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 state.
The Commission’s main office is in Nairobi with two regional offices in Wajir and Kitale. Officers may serve in the Head Office or in any of the regional offices.
KNCHR hereby invites applications for the following position in its head office:
Procurement Officer I
Ref: HR/ADMIN/PO/012/1
Reports To: Senior Procurement Officer
Location: Head Office
Duration: 5 Years Contract
Salary Range: Kshs. 63,988 – Kshs 89,746
Key duties and responsibilities:
- Implement
internal controls, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with
procurement control procedures.
- Receive
approved requisitions and prepare and dispatch local purchase orders
(LPOs) as needed for provisions and follow-up to ensure timely delivery.
- Ensure
quality products and services are sourced and supplied at the best prices
and generate purchase reports as required.
- Monitor
unfilled orders and if necessary consult the Senior Procurement Officer
for guidance on alternative suppliers.
- Verify
bills/invoices against orders before forwarding for authorisation and for
payment.
- Participate
in conducting regular market surveys on prices.
- Maintain
and update records including files, supplier/contractor databases, and
contract documents.
- Maintain
good working relationships with suppliers and ensure regular and effective
communication to ensure that ordered goods or services are delivered
within the agreed delivery time and specifications
Skills, Experience & Academic Qualifications
- A
degree in Business Administration with specialization in supply chain
management or a relevant field
- Post-graduate
Diploma in Procurement or equivalent qualification
- At
least 3 years’ work experience in a similar role
- Must be
a Member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or a
recognized procurement professional body.
- Be
conversant with the Public Procurement Act and Regulations
Procurement Assistant
Ref: HR/ADMIN/PA/012/2
Reports To: Senior Procurement Officer
Location: Head Office
Duration: 5 Years Contract
Salary Range: Kshs. 35,917– Kshs 50,375
Key duties and responsibilities:
Ref: HR/ADMIN/PA/012/2
Reports To: Senior Procurement Officer
Location: Head Office
Duration: 5 Years Contract
Salary Range: Kshs. 35,917– Kshs 50,375
Key duties and responsibilities:
- Assists
in the preparation of Request for Quotation (RFQ), tender documents,
contractual agreements and purchase orders in accordance with KNCHR
procurement guidelines.
- Assists
in maintaining and managing good supplier relationships.
- Assists
in market surveys for the latest market price trends and conditions.
- Assists
in ensuring that accurate procurement records are maintained, including
all actions and documents for Safeguards the integrity of procurement
documents, upholding confidentiality and privacy in the course of duty.
- Follow
up, preparing and availing reports on pending purchase orders/activities
on demand.
- Assisting
supplier performance evaluation and rating and recommend action on poor
performance.
- Coordinate
the receiving and inspection of goods and services
- Assists
in handling supplier payment documents in liaison with stores and
Accounts.
- Performing
any other delegated assignments as required.
Skills, Experience & Academic Qualifications
- A
Higher Diploma or Diploma in purchasing and supplies management- CIPS
LEVEL 4 or any equivalent from a recognized
- At
least one year post qualification continuous experience in similar role.
- Be a
member of a Kenya Institute of Supplies Management institute..
- Be
conversant with the Public Procurement Act and Regulations
- Computer
literacy especially Microsoft word processing and spreadsheet.
In addition the suitable candidates for the above positions
should possess the following skills and attributes:-
- Basic
understanding of human rights
- Very
good report writing and presentation skills
- Excellent
interpersonal communication and people management skills
- Flexibility
and adaptability with a high degree of integrity
- Excellent
computer skills in various computer packages
- Ability
and readiness to work under pressure for and work long/odd hours
- Ability
to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues,
service providers and suppliers and other stakeholders.
If you possess the above qualities for any of the positions, please send your application Cleary indicating the position and the Ref No. on both the letter and envelope, together with a detailed C.V, a daytime telephone contact, and names and telephone contacts of three referees to reach us by 07th March 2012 to:
The Commission Secretary,
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Lenana Road, CVS Plaza, 1st Floor
P. O. Box 74359-00200
Nairobi.
Email: recruitments@knchr.org
Only short listed candidates will be contacted