The Transition Authority (TA) is a
Statutory Body with a Constitutional Mandate of facilitating and coordinating
the transition to the devolved system of government pursuant to the provisions
of the Transition to Devolved Government Act 2012 and section 15(2) (d) of the
Sixth Schedule to the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
Research Officers
Three (3) Posts
Terms of service: contractual for a period of four (4) months subject
to continuous satisfactory performance
Salary: attractive and competitive package
Research Officer – Legal and
Intergovernmental Relations
Duties and Responsibilities
The Research Officer, Legal and
Intergovernmental Relations will report to the Programme Officer, Legal and
Inter-Governmental Relations and will be responsible for:
- identifying projects and preparing concept
papers to justify need for research; and
- developing work plans, research questions,
project concept notes, and field research guides;
- collecting and collating research data and
compilation of research reports, briefing notes and other materials as
required
- organizing workshops for dissemination of
research findings;
- organizing coordination meetings and workshops
with stakeholders and partners
- identifying and developing possible areas for
partnership with local organizations, universities, research institutions,
etc;
- reviewing literature and legislation relevant
to the functions of the Authority;
Appointment Specifications
For appointment to this position, a
candidate must have:
- Bachelor of Laws Degree
- and a post graduate diploma from the Council
of Legal Education;
- been admitted as an Advocate of the High Court
of Kenya;
- minimum period of two (2) years working
experience, experience as a researcher in the Public Service or Private
Sector or International Organization will be an added advantage;
- demonstrated merit and ability in applied
research work such as situation analysis and monitoring and evaluation,
research methodology, data collection and analysis using appropriate
software such as SPSS will also be an added advantage; and
- understanding of transition to devolved system
of government as provided for in the Kenyan Constitution 2010.
- Have advanced computer application skills
Important information to all the
applications
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited
for interview
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to
produce originals of their National Identity card, academic and
professional certificates, transcripts and testimonials.
Manual application should be
submitted in a sealed envelope and addressed to:
The Secretary/CEO
Transition Authority
Ex- telecoms House - 5th Floor
P.O Box 10736-00100
Nairobi
Or hand delivered to 5th floor, Ex-telecoms house between 8.00 a.m to 5.00 p.m on working days.
Online application may be submitted as Ms Word/PDF attachment via email to vacancy@transauthority.go.ke
Closing date: 16th October, 2015
Stephen K. Makori
CEO / Secretary Transition Authority