NGO Jobs in Kenya – IOM

Political Analyst Assistant
Under the overall supervision of the Political Analyst of the EU EOM, the Political Analyst Assistant will provide technical and administrative assistance in the analysis of the political situation taking into consideration the country’s history, the most recent political development, the existing legal framework,

Roles

·         other legal documents relevant to the election process.
·         Arrange meetings with high ranking officials, with political parties, candidates,
·         civil society and any other party as requested by the Political Analyst;
·         Interpret and take minutes of meetings.

Qualifications

·         Degree in Law, Political Science or related field.
·         Relevant professional experience of at least 3 years (preferably with International Organizations or NGOs in the related field).
·         Excellent English communications skills are essential.
·         Fluency in any other local language would be an asset.

Legal Analyst Assistant
Under the overall supervision of the Legal Analyst, the Legal Analyst Assistant will perform the following tasks.

Roles

·         Translate and analyse the election legislation and documents, arrange meetings with high ranking officials,
·         interpret and take minutes of meetings,
·         gather and analyse information,
·         assist in the preparation of reports,
·         any other duties assigned by the Legal Analyst.

Qualifications

·         Degree in Political Science, Human Rights laws, regulations and procedures, or related field.
·         Relevant professional experience of at least 3 years (preferably with International Organizations or NGOs in the related field).
·         Excellent English communications skills are essential.
·         Fluency in any other local language would be an asset.

Election Analyst Assistant
Under the overall supervision of the Electoral Analyst, the Election Analyst Assistant will perform the following tasks:

Duties

·         Translate and analyse the election legislation and documents,
·         arrange meetings with high ranking officials,
·         interpret and take minutes of meetings,
·         gather and analyse information, assist in the preparation of reports,
·         and any other duties assigned by the Election Analyst

Qualifications

·         Degree in Election Law, Administrative Law, Election laws, regulations and procedures, voter registration and voter education or related field.
·         Relevant professional experience of at least 3 years (preferably with International Organizations or NGOs),
·         experience in the interpretation and application of Kenyan Election Laws.
·         Excellent English communications skills are essential. Fluency in any other local language would be an asset.

Deputy Chief Observer Assistant
Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief Observer (DCO) of the EU EOM, the DCO Assistant will ensure the effective and efficient functioning of the office and work in close collaboration with internal partners/agencies to ensure efficient flow of information and actions on instructions.

Duties

·         Essential functions include arrangement of appointments and meetings, contacting and liaising with high ranking representatives and officials, acting as interpreter and/or taking minutes as and when required,
·         follow up of deadlines and commitments made,
·         preparation of informal translations and any other duties assigned by the DCO.

Requirements

·         a degree or appropriate higher education qualification and at least 4 years of experience (preferably in International NGOs or International Organizations).
·         Excellent English communications skills are essential. Fluency in any other local language would be an asset.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted by email to recruitmentkenya@iom.int as soon as possible and latest by 10 June 2017, clearly stating the position VNE number.
Each application should include a CV and short application letter in English only, plus full contact details. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Immediate availability to start working is required.