IPOA Policy Dev. Consultancy Job in Kenya

Consultancy On The Development Of A Strategic Human Resources And Management Plan For The Independent Policing Oversight Authority  (IPOA)
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) is established to provide for civilian oversight over the work of the police in Kenya. The IPOA Act, (no 35 0f 2011) stipulates the mandate of the Authority, which includes investigating all deaths and serious injuries caused by a police officer on duty or as a result of police action; receiving and investigating complaints from both members of the public as well as from police officers; investigating police misconduct on its own motion and making recommendations for disciplinary action or prosecution as well as recommendations to prevent future misconduct.
One of the critical functions of the Board is to institute a Strategic Human Resources Management Framework, including development of the Organisation’s Organogramme, which will result in the recruitment of staff with clearly defined functions and roles. Strategic Human Resource Management is the process of linking the human resources function with the strategic objectives of the organization in order to improve performance.
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is the guardian of international norms and standards in crime prevention and criminal justice. As part of its mandate, UNODC intends to provide technical assistance and advisory services that will assist in the development of the necessary regulatory and administrative framework for the establishment of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority in Kenya.
The purpose of the assignment is to serve as a Strategic Human Resources Management Consultant to the IPOA Board.
The incumbent will assist in linking IPOA’s mission and goals to its human resources management philosophy, polices, programmes, practices and processes. The consultancy will also develop the Organisation’s Organogramme and provide advice on the most efficient Staff Recruitment Strategy to suit the Organisation’s short and long-term needs.
Expected tangible and measurable output(s):A Strategic Human Resources Management Framework for IPOA;An Organisational Organogramme;A Staff Recruitment Strategy.Duration of the consultancy: Six months.
Qualifications/expertise sought:Advanced University degree in Human Resources Management or Public Administration;At least ten years of experience in Human Resources Management or Public Administration;Experience with independent Commissions or similar bodies in Kenya will be a distinct advantage;Ability to communicate effectively;Excellent verbal and written skills.Interested and qualified candidates should send a Cover Letter and Personal Resume (CV) to easternafrica@unodc.org no later than COB Friday 20 July 2012.
Please indicate 002/UNODC ROEA/ IPOA/Consultancy Strategic Human Resources and Management Plan in the subject heading of your e-mail.
A full text of the Terms of Reference is available on http://www.unodc.org/easternafrica/index.html