Assistant Director Research,
Monitoring, Evaluation & Documentation
TERMS
OF SERVICE : 5-YEAR CONTRACT. MAY BE RENEWED SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY
PERFORMANCE
REF
: NGEC/HR/04/2019 – (1 POST)
The
officer will be responsible to the Director Programme & Research.
Responsibilities
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Manage staff performance in the
department;
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Provide leadership in the development
of policies on Research, Monitoring, Evaluation & Documentation for the
Commission;
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Provide leadership in the design and
development of research projects, monitoring and evaluation system for the C
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Provide leadership in the development
of M&E indicators for monitoring the integration of Principles of equality
and inclusion in public and private sector;
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Provide leadership in the design and
installation of a data base on equality and inclusion;
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Strengthen capacity of the Commission
in Research, Monitoring and Evaluation;
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Provide leadership in development of
Monitoring and Evaluation Plans (MEP) for donor funded projects;
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Ensure timely preparation,
implementation and reporting of the departmental work plans;
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Provide leadership on documentation
and knowledge management in the Commission;
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Coordinate research activities on
matters relating to equality and freedom from discrimination;
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Collaborate with other research institutions
to gather evidence on equality and inclusion of the special interest groups of
NGEC;
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Coordinate preparation of monthly,
quarterly and annual monitoring and evaluation reports drawn from other
programme departments to inform national, counties and private sector progress
in Kenya;
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Translate reports into policy briefs
and provide leadership in the development of evidence-based advisories;
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Ensure establishment of a database of
international and regional treaties, conventions and commitments that Kenya has
ratified in relation to special interest groups;
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Provide leadership in writing of
research concepts and proposals;
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Identify and establish networks and
stakeholders for joint research, monitoring and evaluation activities.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this position, an applicant must have:
·
Served as a Senior Research Officer
or Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for a minimum period of eight (8)
years, three (3) years of which should have been as in-charge of Research,
M&E, Documentation or knowledge management department(s) in a reputable
organization;
·
Bachelor’s Degree in either the
following; Project Management/Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Applied
Statistics/Research or any other relevant and comparable qualification from a
recognized institution in Kenya;
·
Master’s Degree in either one of the
following; Project Management/Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Applied
Statistics/Research or any other relevant and comparable qualification from a
recognized institution in Kenya;
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An earned PhD in either one of the
following; Monitoring and Evaluation, Research or any other relevant field will
be an added advantage;
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Conducted research for a minimum
period of Six (6) years;
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Atleast three (3) articles in
refereed journals;
·
vii)A demostrable understanding of
gender equality and freedom from dicrimination issues affecting special
interest groups of NGEC;
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A demonstrable knowledge and
experience in design and execution of different forms of research studies with
strict adherance to research ethics;
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Knowledge in use of computer
applications for research and data management;
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A thorough understanding of the
Constitution of Kenya 2010, devolution, national goals and policies, national
development priorities and emerging gender equality and exclusion issues;
Senior Finance Officer
TERMS
OF SERVICE : 5 YEAR CONTRACT RENEWABLE SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE
REF
: NGEC/HR/05/2019 – (1 POST)
The
officer will be reporting to the Principal Finance Officer, and will be
responsible for provision of financial management; control and reporting on
financial aspects of the Commission
Responsibilities
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Assisting in the preparation of
quarterly and monthly expenditure reports for the review by management to
provide information on the current usage of the Commission’s budget necessary
for decision making on budget utilization;
·
Assisting in preparing financial
requirement projections for authorization by management to ensure timely allocation
of funds for the implementation of Commission activities;
·
Facilitates evaluation reviews on
public expenditure and prepare reports for use by the management to make
recommendations on how to improve utilization of funds in NGEC;
·
Examine the expenditure and financial
commitments reports to show the variances on the budget for further review by
management;
·
Assist in ensuring compliance with
both the Commission budget control policies and government regulations by
conducting regular spot checks to ensure adherence to the laid down procedures;
·
Assist in coordinating budget costing
activities in line with the set budget control;
Qualifications
For
appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –
·
Served in the grade of Finance
Officer or in a comparable position in a reputable organization for a minimum
period of five (5) years;
·
Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce,
Finance/Accounting option, Bachelor of Business Administration
Finance/Accounting option or any other relevant and equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution;
·
Certified Public Accountant (CPA K),
or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
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A member of ICPAK in good standing;
·
Thorough understanding Public Finance
regulations, Integrated Financial Management Information system (IFMIS),
Procurement Procedures and Regulation will be an added advantage;
·
Knowledge in use of computer
applications;
·
Demonstrated professional competence
and administrative ability as shown in work performance and results.
Personal Assistant
TERMS
OF SERVICE : 5 YEAR CONTRACT RENEWABLE SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE
REF
: NGEC/HR/06/2019 – (1 POST)
The
officer will be responsible to the Principal Programme officer
Responsibilities
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Manage the Commission Secretary’s
diary;
·
Prepare talking notes and
presentations;
·
Represent the Commission Secretary in
meetings and note the action points;
·
Act as a liaison person between the
Commission Secretary’s Office and other offices in the Commission;
·
Coordinate program and administrative
activities in the Commission Secretary’s Office
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Participate in research, analysis and
report writing including on emerging issues and make recommendations in
relation to special interest groups concerns
·
Participate in monitoring, auditing
and mainstreaming of special interest groups by the state and non-state sectors
·
Assist in the mobilization of
resources for the Commission’s programs.
·
Assist in the development of concepts
and implement activities as per the work plan
·
Participate in monitoring
implementation of assigned activities
·
Assist in the preparation of monthly,
quarterly, annual and other reports.
·
Assist in monitoring the integration
of the principles of equality and inclusion in all programmes, policies, laws,
and administrative regulations in public and private institutions;
·
Prepare activity reports.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
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Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any
of the following fields: Sociology, Gender, Law or any other relevant field
from a recognized University;
·
A minimum of three (3) years working
experience in programming in any of the following fields; gender, human rights,
research, development and governance working with persons with disability,
youth, children, the older members of society, marginalized and minority
groups;
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Demonstrate a thorough and
comprehensive understanding on issues of NGEC’s special interest groups and
knowledge of project design, development and implementation;
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Excellent communication skills spoken
and written;
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Excellent report writing,
presentation and data collection skills;
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Good interpersonal skills;
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Ability to multi-task and work under
pressure;
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Ability to work with minimum
supervision;
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Computer application skills.
How to Apply
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Interested candidates who meet the
minimum requirements to submit their applications clearly indicating the
position applied for together with :
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A detailed Curriculum Vitae, (Please
indicate your county of origin);
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A copy of National Identity Card
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Certified copies of Academic
Certificates, Transcripts, professional certificates and any other relevant
supporting documents;
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All applicants should attach a copy
of appointment letter;
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Applicants should submit three (3)
names of referees one of which must be the current employer and their mobile
telephone and e-mail contacts.
Please Note that
1. The National Gender and Equality Commission Commission is
an equal opportunity employer.
2. Persons with Disabilities, people from Marginalized and
Minority groups who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply;
iii.
The Commission does not ask for any money nor ask applicants to undergo medical
examination;
1. Only shortlisted condidates will be notified and will be
required to provide clearance from KRA, CID, EACC, HELB and CRB;
2. It is a criminal offence for any applicant to provide
false information and documents in the job application;
3. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification;
vii.
A candidate who applies online must scan and attach all the required documents.
All
applications should be addressed to:
The
Commisson Secretary/CEO
National
Gender and Equality Commission
Solution
Tech Building, Longonot Road, Upper Hill
P
O Box 27512-00506
NAIROBI
OR
Email
to: applications@ngeckenya.org
NOTE:
Clearly indicate the job reference number on the subject line and on the
envelope.
To
reach the Commission on or before 27th May 2019.