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THE NATIONAL GENDER AND EQUALITY COMMISSION

OUR VISION

A society that upholds gender equality, dignity, respect and fairness for all

OUR MISSION

To effectively and efficiently promote gender equality and freedom from discrimination

for all persons in kenya

JOB VACANCIES

The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) invites applications form suitably

qualified candidates for the following positions:

Please Note that

The Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with Disability, Youth, People from

minority and marginalized groups and communities who meet the requirements of the

advertised jobs are especially encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted condidates will be

notified.

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PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO CHAIRPERSON (NGEC 4)

GROSS SALARY SCALE: ENTRY Kshs. 230,000.00 p.m

TERMS OF SERVICE: 5 year contract renewable

OTHER BENEFITS: Medical Cover, Group Life Insurance and WIBA

REF: NGEC/HR/2/2016-1post

The Personal Assistant to the Chairperson of the Commission is responsible to provide

technical and administrative assistance and support to the office of the Chairperson.

Requirements for the Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:-

i. A Bachelor of law degree from a recognized institution

ii. A master’s degree in Law or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from

a recognized institution

iii. Be an advocate of the High court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate

iv. Relevant experience in areas of human rights with focus on economic, social and

cultural rights and international reporting, gender and working with marginalized

groups, women, persons with disabilities and children;

v. Very good research, writing, communication and presentation skills;

vi. Excellent computer skills;

vii. Good interpersonal and people management skills;

viii. Good organizational and analytical skills;

ix. Has at least 5 years’ relevant experience

x. Honest, transparent and demonstrate high level of integrity;

xi. Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities include:-

i) To provide support to the office of the Chairperson both programmatically and

administratively;

ii) To manage the Chairperson’s diary;

iii) To coordinate, facilitate and attend meetings assigned by the Chairperson;

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iv) To assist in organizing Commission’s statutory meetings and any other meetings as

required;

v) To undertake research on issues related to the mandate of the Commission for the

Chairperson;

vi) To draft opinions and advice the Chairperson on topical issues as they arise relating to

Commission’s mandate;

vii) To prepare briefs and presentations for the Chairperson;

viii) To represent the Chairperson in meetings as may be required and /or assigned; and

ix) To undertake any other duties that may be assigned by the Chairperson, from time to

time.

PRINCIPAL PROGRAMME OFFICER (NGEC 5)

GROSS SALARY SCALE: ENTRY Kshs. 180,000 p.m






i) A Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Gender studies, Sociology, Business/Public

Administration or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a

recognized institution

ii) A Masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage

iii) A minimum of 5 years work experience on programs related to any one of the

following fields: Gender, human rights, public education, social research

and development

iv) A demostrable understanding of equality and inclusion issues for special

interest groups as defined in the Constitution of Kenya

v) Must have knowledge in use of computer applications

vi) Must have a thorough understanding of National goals, policies and

development objectives as in Kenya Vision 2030.

vii) Demonstrated professional competence and administrative ability as shown in

work performance and results.

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Duties and Responsibilities include:

The Officer will be responsible to a Programme Manager. Duties and responsibilities to this

post include:

i) Developing, implementation and evaluations of strategies and interventions

promoting equality and inclusion for special interest groups .

ii) Developing program thematic strategies in line with the overall NGEC strategic plan

and programming guidelines

iii) Preparing and implementing departmental workplans and budgets

iv) Designing and supporting cross-cutting operational research, advocacy work and

public education in the commission’s programmes

v) Enforcing the implementation of the rights-based approaches and the social inclusion

analysis in programming work

vi) Coordinating capacity building initiatives fro program officers and assistants, public

and private sector for the purpose of promoting gender equality and freedomm

from discrimation

vii) Developing and maintaining sustained partnership, strategic linkages and alliances

with all the stakeholders identified by the commission

viii) Developing and implementing public and private monitoring and audit strategy and

plans for various thematic groups

ix) Identifying new funding sources and generating concept ontes and proposals in line

with thematic strategies

x) Preparing monthly, quartely and annual program reports

SENIOR LEGAL OFFICER - (NGEC 5 )

GROSS SALARY SCALE: Entry Kshs. 180,000.00 p.m

TERMS OF SERVICE: 5 year contract , Renewable


REF: NGEC/HR/4/2016 – 1 Post

Requirements for Appointment


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i) Served in the grade of Legal Officer I or in a relevant and comparable position for

a minimum period of five years doing with focus on human rights, inclusion and

litigation especially public interest .

ii) Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution

iii) Post graudate diploma from Kenya school of Law

iv) Be an advocate of High Court of Kenya with a current practing certificate

v) Have a sound understanding of the Constitution of Kenya 2010

vi) Certificate in computer applications from recognized institution; and

vii) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and responsibilities

The Officer will be responsible to the Principal Legal Officer.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

i) Representing the Commission in court of law

ii) Drafting legal pleadings especially in public interest litigation

iii) Advising the Commission on legal matters

iv) Liaising with external lawyers and commissions stakeholders

v) Ensuring compliance with all legal requirements by the Commission;

vi) Formulating, reviewing and follow-up of Commissions’ legal policies, contracts,

Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) and all other legal documents;

vii) Receiving and processing complaints and carrying out investigations

viii) Maintaining complaints and investigations files, records, and data bases;

ix) Conducting research in legal issues falling within the Commission’s mandate;

x) Facilitating mechanisms for formal hearings and inquiries by the Commission;

xi) Preparing investigations, rapid response, research and inquiry reports;

xii) Attending court on behalf of the Commission.

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LEGAL OFFICER II- (NGEC 6)

GROSS SALARY SCALE: kshs. 130,000.00p.m





For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:

i) A Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized institution

ii) Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law

iii) Be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current praticing certificate

iv) A minimum of 3 years post admission experience in legal practice

v) Possess a Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution

ix) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

The Officer will be responsible to the Senior Legal Officer

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

i) Assisting in legal advisories on legal issues arising within the Commission’s

mandate;

ii) Representing the Commission in legal matters

iii) Assisting in formulating, reviewing and follow-up of Commission’s legal policies,

contracts, Memorandum of understanding (MOUs) and any other legal

documents;

iv) Receiving and processing of day-to-day complaints

v) Archiving data on legal issues

vi) Conducting field visits and investigation missions;

vii) Undertaking research in line with the Commission’s mandate;

viii) Assisting in facilitation of formal hearing and inquiries by the Commission

ix) Attending court on behalf of the Commission.

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ADMINISTRATION OFFICER II (NGEC 7)




REF: NGEC/HR/6/2016 – 1 Post



i) A higher diploma/diploma in any of the following disciplines:- social sciences,

business/ public administration or any other comparable qualifications from a

recognized institution;

ii) Diploma/certificate in Facility or Fleet Management is an added advantage

iii) At least three years’ experience in office administration

iv) Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;

v) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Duties and Responsibilities

i) Ensuring quality and good state of commission facilities including repairs and

maintenance for their full time availability and functionality.

ii) Ensuring facilities and office spaces are clean at all times and are well organized

iii) Operating office equipment and machines

iv) Applying and obtaining permits and ensuring all compliances with relevant authorities.

v) Timely generation, and processing of payments of all utilities and keeping clear

records of the same.

vi) Ensuring the commission fleet is in good condition and repairs are timely done

vii) Supervise and direct commission drivers, office assistants, and receptionists

viii) Deal with outgoing mails to ensure timely delivery

ix) Prepare and submit monthly facility and fleet reports

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PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER III - (NGEC 8)

GROSS SALARY SCALE: ENTRY Kshs. 70,000.00



REF: NGEC/HR/7/2016-1 post

Requirements for Appointment:-

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

i) A Diploma in any of the following disciplines – Mass/Communication Studies, Public

Relations, Journalism or any relevant and equivalent qualifications from a


ii) At least three years’ experience in public communications

iii) Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution

iv) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results


i) Assisting in preparation of appropriate print, promotional materials, television and

radio programs to disseminate information on activities of the Commission;

ii) Assist in documenting the Commission’s events through video, photography and press

cuttings;

iii) Assist with preparing and placement of radio and TV infomercials;

iv) Collection of materials for Commission’s newsletters, resource center, and for

placement in shared drives

v) Assisting in generating information for the Commission’s website, and preparation of

exhibitions and trade fairs.

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INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY III – (NGEC 8)







i) Diploma in any of the following disciplines;- Computer Science, Information,

Communication Technology or in any other relevant and equivalent qualifications

from a recognized institution;

ii) At least three years’ experience in information communication technology

iii) Certificate in computer applications from recognized institution;

iv) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results


i) Assisting with analysis, designing, coding, testing, implementing computer programs;

ii) Assist with provision of user support systems and training of users;

iii) Provide support in repairing and maintaining of information communication

technology and associated peripherals;

iv) Responsible for the ICT help desk;

v) Assist with routine backing up of Commission’s data and files in designated drives;

vi) Assisting with general maintenance and updating of Commission website

RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER III - (NGEC 8)






For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

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i) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C plain for the Kenya

National Examinations Council (KNEC) or equivalent qualifications from a


ii) A Diploma in Records/Information Management or equivalent qualifications from a


iii) At least three years’ experience in records management

iv) Certificate in computer applications from recognized institution;



i) Responsible for registry;

ii) Receiving, sorting and categorizing letters for actions;

iii) Controlling and opening of files and updating file index;

iv) Ensuring security of information/files in the registry and in general circulation;

v) Maintaining an up-to-date document/file movement records;

vi) Dispatching of mails; and guiding on files disposal;

vii) Ascertaining general cleanliness of the registry,

SENIOR SECRETARY - (NGEC 8)

GROSS SALARY SCALE: ENTRY Kshs. 70,000.00



REF: NGEC/HR/10/2016-3 posts



i) Have served in the grade of Senior Personal Secretary or comparable position in the

public sector for minimum period of three (3) years;

ii) Possess a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council

or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;

iii) Possess the following qualifications from the Kenya National Examination Council:-

Typewriting III (minimum 50 w.p.m)/computerized document processing III

Shorthand III (100 w.p.m)

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Business English III/Communication II

Commerce II

Secretarial Duties II

Office Practice II

Office Management III/Office Administration and Management III

iv) Certificate in computer applications (windows, ms-word, ms-excel, ms-access and

internet) from a recognized institution and



i) Recording dictation in shorthand and transcribing it in typewritten form;

ii) Typing from drafts, manuscripts or recording from dictation machines;

iii) Processing data and operating office equipment;

iv) Attending to visitors and clients;

v) Handling telephone calls and appointments;

vi) Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents including classified

materials and

vii) Preparing responses to simple routine correspondences.

Note: This post (NGEC/HR/10/2016) is available for NGEC regional offices as follows:-

Nakuru (Tamoh Plaza, 1st Floor, Kijabe Street) - 1 Post

Kisumu (Reinsurance Plaza, 3rd Floor, Bank Street) - 1 Post

Garissa (Thika-Garissa Road, Tana River Bridge, Opposite Care International) - 1 Post

* Please indicate your station of interest. For this post you can drop your application in the

preferred/nearest station or at the headquarters.

DRIVERS (NGEC 9)




REF: NGEC/HR/11/2016 – 3 Posts

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i) Served as a Driver for a minimum period of five years;

ii) A valid driving license with current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicles the officer

is required to drive;

iii) Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its

equivalent qualification from a recognized institution is an added advantage;

iv) Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course at any recognized institution;

v) Attended a Refresher Course for drivers

vi) Certificate of Good Conduct

vii) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results


i) Driving motor vehicle as authorized;

ii) Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems,

tyre presssure;

iii) Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems;

iv) Maintenance of work ticket for vehicles assigned;

v) Ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road;

vi) Ensuring safety of the passengers and/or goods therein;

vii) Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle

OFFICE ASSISTANT (NGEC 10)




REF: NGEC/HR/12/2016 – 4 Posts



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i) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) mean grade D plus or its

approved equivalent;

ii) Certificate in any course lasting one month or more from a recognized institution;

iii) A good School Leaving Certificate.


i) Cleaning duties in the area of deployment;

ii) Preparing tea and washing utensils;

iii) To organize for photocopying of documents

iv) To organize for binding of documents

v) Performing messengerial duties including assisting with movement of office items and

equipment;

Note: This post (NGEC/HR/12/2016) is available for NGEC offices as follows:-

Nairobi (Upperhill, Solution Tech Place Building, 1st Floor, Longonot Road) - 1 Post

Nakuru (Tamoh Plaza, 1st Floor, Kijabe Street) - 1 Post

Kisumu (Reinsurance Plaza, 3rd Floor, Bank Street) - 1 Post

Garissa (Thika-Garissa Road, Tana River Bridge, Opposite Care International) - 1 Post

* Please indicate your station of interest. For this post you can drop your application in the

preferred/nearest station.

HOW TO APPLY

i) Qualified candidate should submit their application together with detailed

Curriculum Vitae; a copy of National Identity Card and certified copies of

Academic Certificates, Testimonials and other relevant supporting documents

ii) All applicants should state their present salary;

iii) Attach a copy of the letter of substantive appointment to their current position

where applicable

iv) Provide names of three (3) referees with mobile and e-mail contacts.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Commisson Secretary/CEO

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National Gender and Equality Commission

Solution Tech Building, Longonot Road, Upper Hill

P O Box 27512-00506

NAIROBI

Email: [email protected]

To reach the Commission by post, hand delivery or via email on or before 16th May

2016, (latest by 5.00pm).

mailto:[email protected]

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