NGEC Deputy Commission Secretary, Procurement Officer, Internal Auditor, and Professional Consultants Jobs in Kenya

The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) is a Constitutional Commission established pursuant to Article 59 (4) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 and established by the National Gender and Equality Commission Act, 2011. 

The Key functions of the Commission include promoting gender and equality and freedom from discrimination principles in accordance with Article 27 of the Constitution and promoting integration of the principles of equality and freedom from discrimination in National and County policies, laws and administrative regulations.

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 persons with disabilities.

1. Deputy Commission Secretary

Programme And Research – (Re- Advertisement):

REF: NGEC/3/2012 – 1 POST

Reporting to the Commission Secretary, the Deputy Commission Secretary Programmes and Research is responsible for developing programmes, undertaking research and monitoring and evaluation;
Duration: Five (5) Year Contract Renewable

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensuring preparations, implementation and evaluation of the Commission’s work plans;
• Ensuring strategic leadership in project proposals, development and management;
• Taking leadership in developing of M and E indicators for tracking implementation progress;
• Establishing linkages with key stakeholders and partners;
• Managing the process of carrying out relevant research on emerging issues within the mandate of the Commission;
• Preparing periodic reports providing the status of the various complaints/ investigations;
• Collating research on current trends of dispute resolution with comparable institutions;
• Developing and implementing best practices, policies, procedures and systems for research;
• Perform such other duties that may be assigned by the Secretary to the Commission and by the Commission from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Be a citizen of Kenya;
• Holds a degree from a recognized University recognized in Kenya in any of the following disciplines: Social Sciences, Public Finance, Law, Business Administration, Logistics or any other degree in any related field;
• Have at least 5 – 10 years proven relevant experience at senior management level with demonstrated track record in delivering significant strategic initiatives;
• Good appreciation and understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010;
• Masters Degree in any relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Must be computer literate;
• Must meet the requirements of chapter 6 of the Kenya Constitution;
• Project management, Monitoring and Evaluation skills will be an added advantage;
• Demonstrate excellent understanding of the Commission’s mandate that include working with special interest groups including minorities and marginalized persons, women, persons with disabilities and children;
• Demonstrate good understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and the NGEC Act 2011.

(Male candidates are especially encouraged to apply)

2. Procurement Officer:

REF: NGEC/1/2012 – 1 POST

Reporting to the Commission Secretary, the Procurement Officer will play a critical role in the day – to – day operations and execution of the procurement strategies to enable the procurement department to deliver on its objectives.

Duration: Five (5) Year Contract Renewable

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures in line with procurement laws and regulations;
• Ensure that user departments adhere to procurement plans in line with approved budgets;
• Conduct market surveys, monitor and evaluate performance of the supply chain function;
• Ensure sound partnerships with suppliers, clients and relevant Government agencies;
• Ensure timely, efficient and effective procurement of goods, services and works, while strictly adhering to the procurement policy;
• Prepare requests for quotations or tenders from pre-qualified suppliers of the Commission;
• Process applications and to prepare the Commission’s Tender Committee papers;
• Establish in liaison with the relevant departments and end-users, quality specifications of goods and services required by the Commission;

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors degree in purchasing and supplies management from a recognized institution;
• Three (3) years experience in a busy procurement department;
• Knowledge of public procurement and disposal act and regulations;
• Demonstrate a thorough and comprehensive understanding of procurement process, policies and procedures;
• Must be a member of Institute of Purchasing and Supplies Management.

3. Internal Auditor:

REF: NGEC/2/2012 – 1 POST

The Internal Auditor will help the Commission accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.

Duration: Five (5) Year Contract Renewable

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Secretary of the Commission administratively and to the Audit Committee operationally, some main duties include the following:

• Continually assess and review Risks;
• Confirming information/reports generated within and outside the Commission;
• Analyzing operations;
• Reviewing Compliance;
• Recommending Controls;
• Assuring safeguards;
• Giving Quarterly reports to the Commission;
• Liaising with external Auditors;
• Ensure Supervision and training of staff internal audit;
• Secretary to the Audit Committee.

Qualifications and Experience

• University graduate in Accountancy/Finance/Business Administration or equivalent from a recognized University;
• Fully qualified accountant with CPA, ACCA or equivalent;
• Minimum Five years working experience in a Senior Position in a large organization;
• Good knowledge of Government practice and operations;
• Compliance with chapter six of the constitution of Kenya.

4. Database Of Professional Consultants.

The NGEC Commission wishes to keep a prequalified professional consultancy database for various experts who will help realize the various mandates of the commission as outlined in S.8 of the National Gender and Equality Commission Act 2011. 

We are seeking people with expertise in any of the areas listed below to submit their C.V’s as individuals or profiles for firms/organizations.

1. Media (including media training), Media Liaison and Public relations
2. Public Financial management /Gender Responsive Budgeting
3. Economic policy, planning and development
4. Sexual and Gender Based Violence
5. Electoral system
6. Peace Building and Conflict management
7. Constitutional and administrative law.
8. Gender specialists
9. Specialists on Issues of Disability
10. Specialists on Issues of Women
11. Specialists on Issues of the Elderly
12. Specialists on Issues of the Youth
13. Specialists on Issues of Children
14. Specialists on Issues of the Marginalized
15. Specialists on Issues on Special Interest groups & Minorities
16. Specialists on Issues on Devolution
17. Human Rights including Economic and Social rights
18. Monitoring and Evaluation
19. ICT specialist
20. Database development and management
21. Litigation Lawyers
22. Investigators
23. Legislative drafting
24. Policy development and analysis
25. Organization/Institutional development
26. Team building
27. Communication & Publications
28. Editors
29. Organizational branding
30. Advocacy
31. Governance
32. Change Management
33. Leadership Development
34. Rappoteuring

How To Apply

Applications should be addressed to:

The Chairperson,
National Gender and Equality Commission
P O Box 27512 – 00506
Nairobi
OR

Hand delivered and signed for at the Commission Secretary’s Office on 24th Floor, NSSF Building, Block A Eastern Wing or emailed to gendercommission @yahoo.co.uk

Each application should be accompanied with detailed Curriculum Vitae, a copy of National Identity Card and certified copies of Academic Certificates, Testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.

All application should reach the Commission on or before Wednesday 3rd October, 2012 (latest by 5.00 p.m.). 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.