The Kenya Anti Corruption Commission (KACC) is established by an Act of Parliament, the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act (2003), to take necessary measures for the prevention of corruption in the public and private sectors; to investigate acts of corruption and economics crimes; to recover public funds/property acquired through corruption; and to enlist members of the public in fighting corruption through education.
The Commission is desirous of competitively recruiting suitable persons to fill vacant positions within its establishment to support its regional expansion program;
i) Successful candidates may be required and should be willing to work either at Headquarter Offices or any of the Regional Offices
ii) Employment will initially be on contract terms, for a period of four (4) years renewable upon satisfactory performance.
iii) Competitive/attractive remuneration packages will be offered.
iv) Applicants must be of outstanding honesty and integrity, and should be willing to be subjected to a security vetting process
v) Applicants must be computer-literate to be able to work in a highly computerized environment.
vi) Applicants MUST quote the reference number for the position applied for on the application letter and envelope
vii) Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Directorate of Preventive Services (PS)
Legal Officer II – Prevention
KACC 7 (1 Post) (Ref KACC/PS/LO/1)
Reporting to the Principal Officer - Prevention through the Senior Officer – Prevention
Duties & Responsibilities;
Carrying out systems reviews of organizationsExamining all the legal issues arising from systems reviewsCarrying out corruption risk assessments and providing advice on corruption preventionAssisting target institutions develop corruption prevention policies and codes of conductMonitoring and evaluating corruption prevention programmes and activities of target institutionsPreparing briefs/papers on legal issues pertaining to corruptionA degree in Law from a recognized UniversityAn Advocate of the High Court of KenyaAt least 6 years relevant experience in a busy environmentRelevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantageProcurement Specialist II
KACC 7 (1 Post) (Ref KACC/PS-PROC/2)
Reporting to the Principal Officer – Prevention through the Senior Officer - Prevention;
Duties & Responsibilities
Carrying out systems reviews of organizationsExamining all the issues pertaining to procurement arising from systems reviewsConducting Corruption Risk Assessments (CRAs) and providing advice on corruption preventionStudying procurement procedures of target institutions and preparing reportsAdvising clients on best management practices in procurement/suppliesMonitoring and evaluating implementation of recommendations on procurement procedures in system review reports and risk assessment reportsPreparing manuals/brochures on best practices in procurements/supplies chain Management.A degree in Commerce or Social Sciences from a recognized UniversityPost-graduate Diploma in Supplies ManagementAt least six (6) years relevant working experience.Records Officer/Archivist– Prevention
KACC 7 (1 Post) (Ref KACC/PS-REC/3)
Reporting to the Principal Officer - Prevention through the Senior Officer - Prevention
Duties and Responsibilities;
Carrying out systems reviews of organizationsExamining all the issues pertaining to records management arising from systems reviewsConducting Corruption Risk Assessments (CRAs)Training officers in public institutions on corruption prevention in the management of recordsMonitoring and evaluating implementation of recommendations on records management in system reviews and risk assessment reportsProviding advisory briefs on records management to institutions and monitoring implementation of the systems developed in accordance with the adviceA degree in Social Sciences from a recognized UniversityA Post-graduate diploma in information managementAt least six (6) years relevant working experienceAny other qualifications in a related field will be an added advantageICT Specialist– Prevention
KACC 7 (1 Post) (Ref KACC/PS-ICT/4)
Reporting to the Principal Officer - Prevention through the Senior Officer - Prevention
Duties and Responsibilities;
Carrying out systems reviews of organizationsExamining all the issues pertaining to information systems arising from systems reviewsConducting Corruption Risk Assessments (CRAs)Monitoring and evaluating implementation of recommendations on information systems made pursuant to system reviews and risk assessment reportsPreparing best practice manuals on management of information systemsTraining officers in public institutions on corruption prevention in the management of information management systemsProviding advisory briefs on information systems in institutions and monitoring the systems developed in accordance with the adviceA Degree in the field of Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics orOther related field from a recognized UniversityAt least 6 years relevant working experienceHolders of post-graduate qualifications will have an added advantageResearch Officer II
‘KACC 7’ (2 Posts) (Ref KACC/PS-RO/5)
Reporting to the Principal Officer- Research & Planning through Senior Officer– Research
Duties and Responsibilities
Participating in survey design and methodology and development of survey instrumentsDesigning, developing, executing and communicating policy researches and analytical studies on specific issuesCarrying out or directing fieldwork to gather informationUndertaking rigorous analysis of policies on governance and corruption related issues and developing policy briefs and proposalsConducting desk research and critiquing existing policies and legal frameworksUndertaking monitoring and evaluation of the Commissions programsParticipating in strategic planning, work planning, budget preparation and monitoringDeveloping research proposals on specific issues.A degree in Law, Economics, Statistics, Public Administration, Research Methodology, Monitoring and Evaluation or its equivalent from a recognized UniversityPost-graduate qualifications in a related field will be an added advantageAt least six (6) years relevant experienceKnowledge of statistical and analytical survey, survey design and methodologySkills and knowledge of statistical data analysis application such as SPSS, STATA, Excel and other PC spreadsheet programsAbility to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusionsSkills and knowledge of policy formulation, analysis and implementationSkills, knowledge and experience in strategic planning, strategy development and implementationDemonstrable experience in monitoring and evaluationStrong interpersonal, report writing and communication skillsExperience of conducting literature searches, compiling related materials and writing research proposals.Research Officer III
‘KACC 8’ (1 Post) (Ref KACC/PS-RO/6)
Reporting to the Principal Officer Research & Planning through the Senior Officer – Research
Duties and responsibilities
Participating in the design development and application of survey methodologies, tools and instrumentsCarrying out fieldwork to gather data and informationDisseminating research findings and reportsParticipating in the formulation and review of the Commission Strategic Plan and Work PlanMonitoring and evaluating the Commission’s policies programs and activitiesAssisting in designing, developing and managing a computerized information management system for effective monitoring and evaluating of impacts, outcomes and outputs of anti-corruption interventionsCreating and maintaining a database on corruption statisticsA degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Research Methodology, Monitoring and Evaluation, Public Administration or its equivalent from a recognized UniversityPost graduate qualification in a related field will be an added advantageSkills and knowledge of statistical data analysis application such as SPSS, STATA,At least 5 years relevant working experienceDemonstrable knowledge, skills, and experience in research, policy formulation and analysisPractical knowledge, skills and experience in monitoring and evaluationStrong interpersonal, report writing and Communication skillsExperience in conducting literature searches, compiling related materials and writing and Implementing research proposalsEducation Officer II – (Curriculum Development)
KACC “7” (1 Post) (Ref KACC/PS/E0/7)
Reporting to the Principal Officer -Education through the Senior Officer - Education
Duties and Responsibilities
Design, develop and implement anti-corruption, ethics integrity education programs in the public, private and formal sectorsDesign, develop and disseminate Anti-corruption ethics integrity educational and other publicity materials through out the countryPlan, budget and facilitate a range of outreach programmes.Develop work plans and outlines that structure the work of the Department.Develop liaison and networks with educational institutions in the promotion of ethics-integrity, governance and anti corruption programsPlan and conduct training programs for education stakeholders.A Bachelor of education degree from a recognized institution.A Masters or Post-graduate qualifications in curriculum design and development will be an added advantage.At least 5 years experience in teaching or training young and/or adult learners.Post graduate training in ethics and governance issues will be an added advantageMust have experience in designing and developing Educational materials.Must have excellent skills, ability and experience in management of student clubs and/or movements.Experience in organizing and coordinating seminars and workshopsExcellent organizational, interpersonal and presentation skills.Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and social networking.Education Officer III (Media Production)
KACC “8” (1 Post) (Ref KACC/PS/E0/8)
Reporting to the Principal Officer -Education through the Senior Officer - Education
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the design, development and implementation of anti-corruption, ethics integrity education programs in the public, private and formal sectorsDesign development and disseminate of Anti-corruption ethics-integrity educational and other publicity materials through out the countryAssist in the planning, budgeting and facilitating a range of outreach programmesDevelop work plans and outlines that structure the work of the DepartmentDevelop liaison and networks with media institutions in the promotion of ethics-integrity, governance and anti corruption programsPlan and conduct training programs media personnel.A College Degree in broadcasting from a recognized institution.At least 5 years media environment experience.Holders of Masters or Post-graduate qualification will have an added advantageRelevant experience in designing developing and implementation of Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) ProgrammesMust have experience in designing and developing Educational materialsMust possess scripting ability and be able to undertake creative conceptualization of the assigned programme.Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skillsInvolvement in civic/public education programmes is an added advantage.Education Officer III – (Curriculum Development)
KACC “8” ( 2 Posts) (Ref KACC/PS/E0/9)
Reporting to the Principal Officer -Education through the Senior Officer - Education
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the design, development and implementation of anti-corruption, ethics integrity education programs in the public, private and formal sectorsDesign, develop and disseminate Anti-corruption ethics integrity educational and other publicity materials through out the countryAssist in the planning, budgeting and facilitating a range of outreach programmes.Develop work plans and outlines that structure the work of the Department.Develop liaison and networks with educational institutions in the promotion of ethics-integrity, governance and anti corruption programsPlan and conduct training programs for education stakeholders.A Bachelor of education degree from a recognized institution.A Masters or Post-graduate qualifications in curriculum design and development will be an added advantage.At least 5 years experience in teaching or training young and/or adult learners.Post graduate training in ethics and governance issues will be an added advantageMust have experience in designing and developing Educational materials.Must have excellent skills, ability and experience in management of student clubs and/or movements.Experience in organizing and coordinating seminars and workshopsExcellent organizational, interpersonal and presentation skills.Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and social networking.Education Officer III (Information, Education and Communication Material Production)
KACC “8” (1 Post) (Ref KACC/PS/EO/10)
Reporting to the Principal Officer -Education through the Senior Officer - Education
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the design, development and production of IEC material connected with the Commission’s anti-corruption, ethics integrity educational programsOffer creativity and innovation in the design and production of the Department’s IEC materials with a focus towards incorporating anti-corruption, ethics and integrity messages with artistic illustrationsDevelop liaison with graphic designers, illustrators, editors and printers to ensure that the Department’s anticorruption, ethics and integrity IEC material and messages meet the highest standards and expectationsDevelop strategies and conduct actual dissemination of the Commission’s IEC material in the public, private and civil society sectors in KenyaReview the Department’s IEC material in consultation with supervisor and other relevant stakeholders to ensure their effectiveness and efficacy as tools for anti-corruption public educationDevelop generic and IEC – specific budgets, work plans and outlines that assist in the achievement of the Department’s strategic objectivesAssist in the planning, budgeting and facilitation of anti corruption training at a range of levels in the public, private and civil society sectorsDevelop Work Plans and outlines that structure the work of the DepartmentDevelop liaison and networks with institutions in the public and private sphere in promotion of ethics-integrity, governance and anti-corruption programsA Bachelors degree in Education with specialization in Fine Arts or Graphics Design from a recognized UniversityHolders of Masters or Post-graduate qualification will have an added advantageAt least 6 years relevant experience in the design, development and production of IEC materialMust have excellent skills and ability to use Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, In Design, Edit Suites and other relevant computer packagesMust have experience in designing and developing Information, Education and Communication materialsExcellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skillsInvolvement in the design and production of civic/public education materials and programs would be an added advantage.Education Officer III (Governance Education)
KACC “8” (2 Posts) (Ref KACC/PS/EO/11)
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the design, development and implementation of governance, anti-corruption, ethics integrity education programs in the public, private and civil society sectorsDesign, develop and disseminate governance, anticorruption ethics-integrity educational and other publicity materials through out the countryAssist in the planning, budgeting and actual facilitation of governance training at a range of levels in the public, private and civil society sectorsDevelop work plans and outlines that structure the work of the DepartmentDevelop liaison and networks with institutions in the public and private sphere in promotion of good governance practices, ethics-integrity and anti-corruption programsPlan and conduct actual governance training programs in the public, private and civil society sectors.A Bachelors degree in Education, Law, Economics, Sociology, Psychology or other humanities from a recognized UniversityHolders of Masters or Post-graduate qualification with a specialization in areas of public sector governance will have an added advantageAt least 5 years relevant experience in designing, developing and implementing of governance education programsKnowledge of governance models and practices in emerging/transition economiesExcellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skillsInvolvement in governance civic/public education programs is a distinct advantage.Directorate of Legal Services and Asset Recovery (LS)
Senior Attorney – Evidence Analysis
KACC “5” (1 Post) (Ref KACC/LS-SAEA/12)
Reporting to the Assistant Director – Legal Services through the Principal Attorney- Evidence Analysis
Duties and Responsibilities
Carrying out all duties of an AdvocateCarrying out comprehensive analysis and evaluation of evidence in completed criminal and civil inquiry filesPreparation of statutory reports, legal briefs and opinionsOverseeing the preparation of case files for purposes of prosecution and asset recovery including pre-trial conferencesGiving direction and guidance in the course of investigations and recovery proceedingsProviding legal advice to the Commission in civil, criminal and asset recovery.Defending the Commission in cases filed against itManagement of resources within his/her area of operation.The person may be designated as the Head of a Regional Office, coordinating operations in any of the Commission’s Regional Offices within the country.
Qualifications
A degree in Law from a recognized UniversityAn Advocate of High Court of KenyaAt least 10 years relevant working experience in civil and criminal litigationExcellent skills in research and reportingDemonstrable prosecutorial skills will be an added advantageRelevant Post graduate qualifications will be an added advantage.In addition, the candidate must possess the following core competencies;
Be mature and a team player with proven track record of leading and motivating other team membersStrong analytical and interpersonal skillsAbility to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines and capable of multitasking and working in all Directorates.Senior Attorney – Civil Litigation & Asset Recovery
KACC “5” (1 Post) (Ref KACC/LS/SACL/13)
Reporting to the Assistant Director - Legal Services through the Principal Attorney Civil Litigation & Asset Recovery
Duties and Responsibilities
Handling complex litigating cases involving preservation of and forfeiture of unexplained assetsInstituting proceedings on behalf of the Commission or public bodies to recover benefits improperly obtained by agents and other third partiesGiving direction and guidance in the investigation and tracing of assetsDefending the Commission in cases filed against itSoliciting and/or offering opinion on legal matters involving the Commission.Management of resources within his/her area of operationThe person may be designated as the Head of a Regional Office, coordinating operations in any of the Commission’s Regional Offices within the country.
Qualifications
A degree in Law from a recognized UniversityAn Advocate of High Court of KenyaAt least 10 years relevant working experience in civil and criminal litigationDemonstrable prosecutorial skills will be an added advantageRelevant Post graduate qualifications will be an added advantageIn addition, the candidate must possess the following core competencies;
Be mature and a team player with proven track record of leading and motivating other team membersStrong analytical and interpersonal skillsAbility to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines and capable of multitasking and working in all Directorates.Attorney III Civil Litigation
KACC “8” (6 Posts) (Ref KACC/LS-CL3/14)
Reporting to the Principal Attorney- Civil Litigation through the Senior Attorney Civil Litigation
Duties and Responsibilities
Handling litigation cases involving preservation of assets and forfeiture of unexplained assetsInstituting proceeding on behalf of the Commission or public bodies to recover benefits improperly obtained by agents and othersInvestigations and tracing of assets improperly acquired with a view of recoveryDefending the Commission in cases filed against itOffering opinion on legal matters involving the Commission as and when necessary.A degree in Law from a recognized UniversityAn Advocate of the High Court of KenyaKnowledge of Law of restitution, international treaties and conventionsAt least 5 years relevant experience in a busy environmentRelevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantageAttorney III - Evidence Analysis
KACC “8” (6 Posts) (Ref KACC/LS-EA3/15)
Reporting to the Principal Attorney- Evidence Analysis through the Senior Attorney – Evidence Analysis
Duties and Responsibilities
Undertake comprehensive perusal of investigation files and evaluation of the facts and evidence therein, to determine the sufficiency or otherwise of the evidence in support of criminal prosecutions.Compilation of comprehensive investigation reports to the Attorney General, detailing the results of the investigations and any recommendations for prosecution of persons for corruption or economic crimesPreparation of quarterly reports to be laid by the Attorney General before the National Assembly.Filing applications in support of criminal investigations and prosecutions.Holding pre-trial conferences with the State Counsels prosecuting corruption cases arising out of investigations by the CommissionWatching brief in selected on going corruption cases in courts all over the countryGiving legal advice and or opinions on matters affecting the Commission.Bachelor’s degree in law from a recognized universityAn Advocate of the High Court of KenyaHave at least 5 years working experience in Criminal Litigation/practiceExperience or knowledge in criminal law and procedurePost graduate qualification will be an added advantage.Directorate of Finance & Administration (FA)
Accountant III
KACC “8” (6 Posts) (Ref KACC/FA/ACCT/16)
Reporting to Principal Officer - Finance & Accounts through the Head of the Regional Office - Finance & Accounts, the officer will be overall responsible for all financial activities
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintenance of proper books of accounts – Cash Books, Ledgers, Registers and FilesProcessing of receipts and payment vouchersVerification and processing of imprest surrendersPreparation of monthly outstanding Imprest Status ReportPreparation of monthly Imprest Register/ Ledger ReconciliationsProcessing VAT and withholding Tax Returns and filling them with KRAPreparing bank reconciliationsPreparation and timely submission of monthly returns and reports to the headquarters.A degree in Commerce or Business Administration with bias in Finance or Accounting from recognized UniversityProfessional qualifications of at least CPA (K)At least five (5) years relevant working experienceDemonstrable knowledge of accounting in public finance and reportingThorough command of an Integrated Financial Management system preferably, ACCPAC.Network Administrator
‘KACC 8’ 1 Post (Ref KACC/FA-NA/17)
Reporting to Principal Administration Officer through the Senior Officer – Information Communication Technology (ICT)
Duties and Responsibilities
Installing and configuring networks (Local and Wide) including Internet-related services, name resolution services, directory services and other administrative network services.Installing and troubleshooting network operating systems, services and server hardware.Assisting in the deployment of server-based network applications.Providing on-site and phone-based networks technical support services to the headquarters and regional offices.Performing network management and security tasks.Ensuring network and VOIP services availability.Keeping abreast with emerging networking and communication technologies while appraising the Commission on the same.Performing other incidental tasks consistent with networking and communication objectives.Degree in the field of Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics or other related field from a recognized institution.Minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in Local and Wide Area networks installation and administration.Cisco certifications - CCNA, CCNP, CCIE.Experience in configuration, tuning and administration of network equipments and services including Switches, Routers, Hubs, Servers, Firewalls and IDS/IPS, LAN, WAN, VPNs, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP.Knowledge of Configuration and Administration of Cisco IP Telephony Systems including Cisco Call Manager, Routing equipments, Billing and Accounting, Call Recording.Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and resolving technical problems.Working knowledge with a multi-user operating systems UNIX, Linux, and Windows in a client-server environment.Effective interpersonal communications skills.Demonstrated ability to work independently in a deadline oriented environment.Administrative Secretary
KACC “10” (5 Posts) (Ref KACC/FA-SEC/18)
Reporting to Principal Officer – Administration thorough respective Head of a Regional Office
Duties and Responsibilities
Overseeing general office management in office wheredeployedHandling of correspondenceTyping from drafts, by reference or dictationCoordination of provision of office servicesEnsuring proper filing of documentsProviding front office services and customer careManning the telephone exchange.KCSE grade C or its equivalentMinimum Typing II 40wpmShorthand speed of 80WPMDiploma in Secretarial studiesCertificate in customer care from a reputable institutionMinimum of 4 years relevant working experience.Drivers
KACC “11” (7 Posts) Ref KACC/FA-DRV/19)
Reporting to the Principal Officer - Administration through the Officer in Charge of the assigned station
Duties and Responsibilities
Driving allocated vehiclesEnsuring that the assigned vehicle is in good working conditionMaintaining vehicles in presentable and clean stateAscertaining the serviceability of assigned vehiclesEnsuring safety of the vehicle and passengers on the road.A valid driving license class BCEUp to date Certificate of Good ConductMinimum of KCSE grade C- or its equivalentAt least 5 years driving experience in a busy organizationAny other relevant training in motor vehicle servicing, defensive driving and road safety will be an added advantage.Office Assistants
KACC “12” (7 Posts) (Ref KACC/FA-OA/20)
Reporting to the Principal Officer - Administration through the Officer in Charge of the assigned station
Duties and Responsibilities
Performing messengerial dutiesEnsuring cleanliness of offices and corridorsReceiving and dispatching mailsEnsuring efficient mail movementPhotocopying/binding of documents and reportsMaintenance of office equipmentsMaking and serving office tea.Minimum of KCSE grade C- or its equivalentAt least 3 years relevant working experienceUp to date Certificate of Good ConductAny other relevant training in office catering services will be an added advantage.Only candidates who meet the set criteria should submit applications together with their updated curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials including details of day time contacts, current and expected remuneration, notice period required to take up appointment, names and contacts of three referees and addressed to the Director/ Chief Executive at the address below; so as to reach not later than 17th March 2011.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
The Director/Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission (KACC)
P.O. Box 61130 00200
Nairobi
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