Government Jobs in Kenya – IPOA

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) is a state Authority created under an Act of Parliament No.35 of 2011, which provides for civilian oversight over the work of the police. 

IPOA is mandated to hold the police accountable to the public in the performance of their functions. 

The Authority wishes to recruit results oriented Kenyan citizens with drive, vision and creativity to fill positions below:

Monitoring Officer 

IPOA Grade 6

Job Ref: IPOA/HR/04/2016 


2 Posts

Reports to Head Inspections and Monitoring a work under the guidance of a senior monitoring officer.

Major duties and responsibilities:
  • Monitoring detention facilities under the Control of the service;
  • Monitoring policing operations affecting members of the public;
  • Preparing timely and accurate monitoring reports;
  • Providing rapid response action during eventualities;
  • Any other administrative and operational duties as assigned by the Director of Inspections and monitoring from time to time.
Profile:
  • Must be a citizen of Kenya.
  • Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Required functional skills:
 
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Law, Public Administration, Criminology & Criminal Justice, Sociology, Political Science, Human Rights, Social Sciences, recognized military or police degree or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; and
  • Excellent knowledge of relevant computer applications.
Required behavioral skills:
  • A candidate must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player;
  • Demonstrate high ethical standards;
Senior Legal Officer

IPOA Grade 5

Job Ref: IPOA/HR/03/2016


1 Post

Reports to Director, Complaints Management and Legal Services through the Head of Legal Services
 
Major duties and responsibilities:
  • Handling complex litigation cases and provide adequate representation of IPOA in civil and criminal Court Proceedings;
  • Carrying out comprehensive analysis of evidence, which includes evaluation of evidence gathered in the course of investigations and to prepare legal reports and briefs;
  • Carrying out research into legal issues pertinent to the operations of the Authority;
  • preparing statutory performance and annual reports in liaison with Heads of other departments of the Authority;
  • Undertaking conveyancing and provide legal advice to the Authority on all aspects thereof;
  • Handling matters pertaining to the preparation of cases for prosecution and oversee the prosecution thereof;
  • Providing liaison with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution and other relevant State Agencies;
  • Undertaking any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
Profile:
  • Must be a citizen of Kenya.
  • Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Required functional skills:
 
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Law or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
  • Post graduate Diploma in legal studies;
  • Registered as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
  • Served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of either Legal Officer or for a period of six (6) years in Legal services, in the Public Service or Private Sector post admission experience in Law as a legal practitioner/academician or judicial officer;
  • Knowledge and experience in a law enforcement environment will be an added advantage; and
  • Certificate in computer application skills;
Required behavioral skills:
  • A candidate must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player;
  • Ability to maintain confidence and trust regarding sensitive issues;
  • Demonstrated professional competence, integrity and capability in work performance; and
  • Met the requirements of Chapter 6 of the constitution of Kenya

Head, Rapid Response and Forensics 

IPOA Grade 3

Job Ref: IPOA/HR/02/2016


1 Post
 
Reports to Director, Investigations
 

Major duties and responsibilities:
  • Planning and leading the forensic aspect of investigations including exhibits handling and forensic examination, guiding and supporting Investigation Officers, analyzing evidence and information on forensics to support investigations in accordance with the Act, regulations and policies;
  • Contributing to formulation and development of, and implementing strategies, policies, manuals, plans, standards and procedures pertaining to forensic investigations and rapid response;
  • Supervising and coordinating the prosecution process in Court; including administration functions involving IPOA with regard to prosecution, supporting investigators on matters of prosecution in liaison with the Authority's prosecutor, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and legal officers as appropriate;
  • Reviewing and auditing all investigations in relation to forensics and rapid response; Identifying and documenting gaps in processes and systems and recommending corrective action;
  • Supervising, appraising, training and developing staff in the Department in collaboration with the Head of Investigations Operations;
  • Preparing, monitoring and reporting on the Directorate’s annual work plan, budget and strategic plan in consultation with the HOI – Operations;
  • Preparing detailed periodic internal and statutory reports in consultation with the HOI – Operations,
  • Receiving, assessing and recording all new investigation cases; Liaising directly with the Case intake Committee in conjunction with the HOI- Operations;
  • Coordinating and managing arrangement of field investigations, vehicles, travel and accommodation arrangements, auditing and keeping records of investigation equipment and requirements for the Directorate;
  • Ensuring effective communication internally and externally with stakeholders, complainants, victims, and that all parties are informed of updates, ongoing enquiries and any decisions made; Supervising document management and updates of all investigations for internal case tracking system on hard files and electronically;
  • Leading and conducting investigations into high priority and complex cases;
  • Taking charge of the Directorate in the absence of the Director as and when assigned; and
  • Any other administrative and operational duties as assigned by the Director of Investigations from time to time.
Profile:
  • Must be a citizen of Kenya.
  • Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Required functional skills:
 
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
  • A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Law, Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; and
  • A Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Law, Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
  • Served for a minimum period of twelve (12) years in investigations or a comparable and relevant position of which three (3) must have been in an investigations management position including supervising teams, in an investigation agency in the Public Service or Private Sector;
  • Qualified forensic examiner with experience in Forensic Investigation;
  • Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
  • Registered with a relevant professional body; and
  • Excellent knowledge of relevant computer software and applications.
Required behavioral skills:
  • A candidate must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player;
  • Strong managerial skills, including motivating, developing, coaching and leading teams;
  • Demonstrate high ethical standards;
  • Demonstrate experience in result based strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation as well as financial management skills;

Head, Investigations

IPOA Grade 3

Job Ref: IPOA/HR/01/2016 


1 Post
 
Reports to Director, Investigations
 
Major duties and responsibilities:
  • Developing, reviewing and implementing strategies, policies, plans, standards and procedures as per the Authorities strategic plan and delivery and quality assurance of investigations;
  • Liaising with the judiciary agencies, victims, witnesses and other stake holders on cases;
  • Analyzing evidence and information on investigations and provide material facts for completion of investigations in accordance with the Act, regulations and policies;
  • Enforcing implementation of training manuals and materials for investigations;
  • Effectively coordinating investigations teams and investigation activities;
  • Providing clear concise and accurate periodic reports;
  • Providing periodic investigation updates; prepare, monitor, report on the Directorate’s annual work plan, budget and strategic plan; prepare detailed periodic internal and statutory reports;
  • Gathering information and producing intelligence reports to inform investigations;
  • Supporting prosecution process in court;
  • Identifying and documenting gaps in processes and systems and recommending corrective action;
  • Reviewing and auditing all complaints investigated;
  • Overseeing investigations of all cases referred to Internal Affairs Unit by the Authority to ensure impartial and timely completion of the same;
  • Keeping records of all complaints investigated by IAU including cases referred by IPOA;
  • Developing rapid response strategies;
  • Supervising, appraising, training and developing staff in the Department.
  • Leading and conducting investigations into high priority, sensitive and complex cases; and
  • Any other administrative and operational duties as assigned by the Director of Investigations from time to time.
Profile:
  • Must be a citizen of Kenya.
  • Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Required functional skills:
 
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
  • A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Law, Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; and
  • A Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Law, Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
  • Served for a minimum period of twelve (12) years in investigations or a comparable and relevant position of which three (3) must have been in an investigations management position including supervising teams, in an investigation agency in the Public Service or Private Sector;
  • Must have in-depth knowledge and technical expertise in criminal investigations including criminal investigations in Kenya;
  • Demonstrate impartiality, discretion, tact and good firm judgment;
  • Ability to write clear and accurate reports;
  • Demonstrate organization, planning and prioritizing of resources and workload;
  • Strong analytical skills and critical thinker;
  • Resilient and adaptable;
  • Passion for criminal justice and police reform;
  • Experience in law enforcement;
  • Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
  • Registered with a relevant professional body; and
  • Excellent knowledge of relevant computer software and applications.
Required behavioral skills:
  • A candidate must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player;
  • Strong managerial skills, including motivating, developing, coaching and leading teams;
  • Demonstrate high ethical standards;
  • Demonstrate experience in result based strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation as well as financial management skills;
Additional Information

All applicants MUST attach clearance from the following bodies:
1.    Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
2.    Ethics and Anti- Corruption Commission (EACC)
3.    Higher Education Loans Board (HELB); and
4.    Certificate of Good Conduct
How to Apply:

Interested persons who meet the above criteria are invited to send their applications by submitting duly completed IPOA job application Form (CLICK HERE
 to download), updated CV, academic certificates and testimonials. 

Canvassing and incomplete applications may lead to automatic disqualification. 

Applications in a sealed envelope with the job reference number clearly marked should be received by the undersigned on or before Friday 5th February, 2016. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Chief Executive Officer
Independent Policing Oversight Authority
P.O Box 23035-00100


Nairobi.

IPOA is an equal opportunity employer and shall not in its recruitment discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, ethnic origin, political affiliation, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability, health or social status.