The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) is an
Constitutional Commission established pursuant to Article 59 (4) of the
Constitution of Kenya, 201 0 and established by the National Gender and
Equality Commission Act, 2011.
In order to strengthen its capacity, the Commission is seeking to recruit suitable, qualified and highly committed individuals to fill the following positions.
The Commission is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages
applications from marginalized and vulnerable groups , women, youth and person
with disabilities.
1. Personal Assistant to the Commission Secretary / CEO
Ref: NGEC/4/2012
1 Post
Duration: Five (5) Year Contract Renewable
Roles and Responsibilities
- To
provide support to the office of the Commission Secretary/CEO both
administratively and programmatically;
- To
manage the Commission Secretary/CEO’s Diary;
- To
coordinate, facilitate and attend meetings for the Commission Secretary/CEO;
- To
assist in organizing Commission’s statutory meetings and any other
meetings as required;
- To
undertake research on issues to the mandate of the Commission for the
Commission Secretary/CEO;
- To
draft opinions for the Commission Secretary on topical issues as they may
arise;
- To
prepare briefs and presentations for the Commission Secretary;
- To
represent the Commission Secretary in meetings as may be assigned; and
- To
undertake any other duties which may be assigned to you, from time to time
by the Commission Secretary.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Be
a citizen of Kenya;
- Holds
a degree from a recognized University in Kenya in Social Science;
- Have
at least 5-7years relevant experience in areas of Gender, Administration;
- Working
with the marginalized groups, persons with disabilities and Children will
be an added advantage;
- Very
good writing, communication and presentation skills;
- Good
interpersonal and people management skills;
- Good
organizational and analytical skills;
- Honest,
transparent and demonstrate high level of integrity;
- Ability
to work under pressure or to meet deadlines
2. Program Assistant (Personal Aide) - Disability, Elderly and Marginalized
Program
Ref: NGEC/5/2012
1 Post
Roles and Responsibilities
- To
assist in programme work; organizing seminars; workshops and conferences
and others as directed;
- To
assist the programme officer to access information by reading print
materials, electronic mails and any other appropriate information;
- To
assist in debrailling all print materials and any other appropriate means
of communication by the use of Braille embosser;
- To
assist the programme officer in accessing places by serving as a human
guide;
- To
assist the programme officer in accessing and using facilities for person
with disabilities that are integrated into society to the extent
compatible with the interests of the persons;
- Assist
programme officer in compiling briefing and other written materials; and
- Assist
with basic management of programme calendar and maintain accurate files
and reports.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Holds
a Bachelors degree in Social Science
- Relevant
experience in areas of Disability, Elderly, working with marginalized and
persons with disabilities;
- 1
year experience in related field
- Proficiency
in Ms Office and Computer Skills;
- Strong
Oral and Written Communication skills;
- Well
organized and skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks
- Holder
of valid Kenyan driving license
- Honest,
Transparent and demonstrate high level on integrity;
- Ability
to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
How to Apply
Qualified candidate should submit their application together
with detailed Curriculum Vitae; a copy of National Identity Card and certified
copies of Academic Certificates, Testimonials and other relevant supporting
documents to:
The Commission Secretary / CEO
National Gender and Equality Commission
P O Box 27512-00506
Nairobi
National Gender and Equality Commission
P O Box 27512-00506
Nairobi
All application should reach the Commission on or before 18th
January 2013, (latest by 5.00pm).
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be
notified.
All applicants should state their present salary and the
expected salary and names of three (3) referees with their contacts.