United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Vacancy Announcement: Programme Adviser, UN Joint Programme on HIV Temporary Appointment

Duration: 364 days
 

Date of Issue: 07 November, 2014Closing Date: 20 November, 2014

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Temporary Position in the UNAIDS Kenya Office, Nairobi.

Background and Justification

The UN system in Kenya works to support the Kenyan people in their self-articulated development aspirations. The UN’s work is guided by the UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF, 2014-2018), which combines the efforts and resources of all UN agencies active in the country. The UNDAF was developed according to the principles of UN Delivering as One (DaO) that aims to ensure Government ownership through full alignment to Government priorities, as well as stronger internal coherence among UN agencies.

The UNDAF is structured around four strategic results areas aligned to the three pillars of the country’s long-term development plan, Vision 2030. 
1) Transformational governance, 3) Inclusive and sustainable economic growth and 4) Environmental sustainability, land management and human security. The UN’s work on supporting Kenya’s response to HIV and AIDS features under the Human Capital strategic result area, as Outcome 2.3: Multi-sectoral HIV and AIDS response. UNICEF acts as the convener for the Human Capital strategic results area, while UNAIDS is the lead agency for the HIV outcome.

Results area 2 on human capital is led by UNICEF, in close collaboration with national counterparts. 

The UN’s support on HIV as outlined in outcome 2.3 of the UNDAF is implemented through the UN Joint Programme on HIV, which combines the efforts and resources of all UN agencies working on HIV and AIDS in country and their national and county level partners. The UNAIDS Kenya Country Office serves as the Secretariat for the Joint Programme on HIV, facilitating the effective and efficient implementation of the programme. Led by the UNAIDS Country Director, the Secretariat is responsible for providing strategic leadership and guidance, as well as ensuring efficient coordination and communication between all stakeholders involved in the Joint Programme on HIV.

The incumbent, recruited by UNICEF with the technical support from UNAIDS, will be based at the UNAIDS Kenya Country Office supporting the entire Joint Programme on HIV. 

The UNAIDS Country Director will be the immediate supervisor of the incumbent. UNAIDS will share quarterly performance review reports with UNICEF, while the annual performance review will be jointly undertaken by UNAIDS and UNICEF.

Scope of Work: Under the overall supervision of the UNAIDS Country Director and in close collaboration with the UNAIDS Senior Strategic Information Adviser, and subject to the changing working environment and partnership with government, the incumbent’s responsibilities will include the following:
 

Regularly scan the changing aid environment and trends in the HIV response at national and county level to identify opportunities for strategic positioning, engagement and optimal relevance of the Joint Programme on HIV. Undertake political advocacy with counterparts at national and county level, leveraging available strategic information and ensuring focus and coherence among UN agencies, to facilitate the achievement of the strategic results of the Joint Programme on HIV.  Build strategic partnerships with key multi-sectoral stakeholders at national and county level, to facilitate optimal performance of the UN Joint Programme on HIV.Act as an interlocutor between the UN system and counterparts and stakeholders at national and county to strengthen strategic partnerships, communication and coordination for optimal return on investment, including regular consultative visits to high burden counties as needed. Leverage synergies between different results areas and facilitate a coherent UN response to national priorities. Support the continuous development and utilization of strategic information to ensure that the Joint Programme remains evidence-based in its advocacy, policy development and programming.Optimizing capacities and know-how Identify capacity and knowledge gaps among Joint Team members, and facilitate capacity optimization and transfer of know-how across agencies for effective delivery on the Joint Programme objectives and results. Facilitate a joint UN response to address capacity constraints identified among government, local authorities, civil society partners, and other counterparts, for an optimal national and county HIV response.Identify and document best practices and approaches on the UN delivering as one in supporting the HIV response at national and county level for reporting, communication, awareness raising and resource mobilization purposes.Lead the process of knowledge creation and dissemination related to county, national and international know-how in the Joint Programme subject areas, and regularly inform the Joint Team of new research and knowledge.Forge links with other initiatives including joint programmes to identify good practices and share lessons. Develop, analysis and identify funding gaps, additional needs and unfunded potential to guide and improve resource mobilization, cost effectiveness and efficiency for sustained engagement, and work with partners to mobilize resources accordingly.Prepare together with the Management Team proposals for mobilization of human, technical or financial resources from international development organizations, non-government organizations and the private sector.Provide regular status updates to the UN Joint Programme on HIV on the external resource environment.Support the UNCT and the Secretariat to mobilize resources to support and expand the achievement of the joint programme outputs and outcomes.Undertake any other task as may be requested by the UNAIDS Country Director. The UNAIDS Country Director will consult with UNICEF in case the concerned task is beyond the scope of the UN Joint Programme on HIV.RWP areas covered: HIV and AIDS

Expected Deliverables

Within first 3 months, undertake an analysis of the progress, challenges and bottlenecks experienced by agencies, implementing the 2014/15 plan of action of the Joint Programme on HIV.Develop and implement a roadmap on how to address any challenges and bottlenecks, in close consultation with the UN Joint Team on HIVUndertake quarterly monitoring of the implementation of the UN Joint Programme on HIV, in close collaboration with concerned the UNAIDS team members and UN Agencies, and update the workplan accordingly.Provide at least two status updates to the UN Joint Programme on HIV on the external resource environment.Lead the development of at least one high quality proposal for agreed priorities of the Joint Programme on HIVLead the development of at least one case study on Delivering as One on HIV and AIDS in close collaboration with partners.Reporting

The incumbent will directly report to the UNAIDS Country and provide regular updates of progress to the monthly UNJT meeting. 

S/he will be located in the UNAIDS Country Office Kenya. Work closely with all the UNJT members and national partners to ensure synergies and avoid duplication. The incumbent will provide quarterly updates to the UNAIDS Country Director, for sharing with UNICEF. Annual performance review will be jointly undertaken by the UNAIDS Country Director and the UNICEF Deputy Representative.

Desired background and experience

Education: Advanced university degree in one or more of the disciplines: Public Health, Public Health Administration, Primary Health Care, Pediatrics AIDS, Health Education, Medicine, Social Sciences or a field relevant to international development assistance in HIV and AIDS.

Work Experience:  

A minimum of eight years of working experience in HIV and AIDS at the national or international level. Experience in working with UN agencies, government partners, civil society and private sector on planning, implementation, M&E and resource mobilization. Demonstrated experience in working across sectors and in collaboration with multiple actors in an international context.  Background/familiarity with Emergency. Experience of UN Joint Programmes, especially the UN Joint Programme on HIV in Kenya, and inter-agency coordination processes, and solid understanding of the Delivering as One approach. Experience in monitoring gender disparities and in programme interventions that reduce these disparities an asset.Language: Fluency in English and working language of the duty station.
Competency Profile

Core Values (Required)

CommitmentDiversity and InclusionIntegrityCommunication  [ II ]Working with People   [ II ]Drive for Result   [ II ]Functional Competencies (Required)Leading and Supervising  [ II ]                Formulating Strategies and Concepts   [ II ]       Analyzing   [ II ]Relating and Networking    [ II ]        Persuading and Influencing   [ II ]           Creating and Innovating   [ II ] Technical Knowledge and Skills Proven in-depth understanding of the HIV epidemic and the multi-sectoral response in Kenya, and experience in providing advisory services in the area of HIV and AIDSAdvanced technical knowledge in HIV prevention, treatment and care Understanding of the UNAIDS strategy and major initiatives developed by UNAIDS.Familiarity with results-based programme planning and management.Well-developed people management skills.Excellent communication, facilitation, coordination and analytical skills.Demonstrated experience in policy influencing Demonstrated experience in political advocacyDemonstrated experience in building strategic partnerships for cohesive and efficient approachesInterested and suitable candidates should ensure that they forward their applications along with their curricula vitae, to;
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org

Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/HIV-AIDS/2014-077” in the email subject.

Interested candidates should also complete the Personal History (P11) form - CLICK HERE to download the P11 form.
“Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply”
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Tullow Oil is Africa’s leading independent oil and gas exploration and production company and is a constituent of the London FTSE100. The Group has interests in over 100 exploration and production licences across 25 countries focusing on four core regions: Africa, Europe, South Asia and South America. Working for Tullow Oil in Kenya, you will be given the freedom and responsibility to make a difference. We provide the opportunities to build a solid future within our rapidly expanding portfolio and provide competitive rewards as part of our people strategy. Our high level of employee engagement is also one of our key success factors that we want to continue building on.

Tullow Oil is seeking talented, motivated, skilled individual to fill the following position:

Senior Joint Venture Management Advisor
Reports to: Business Performance & Planning Manager
 
Be responsible for liaison and management of Joint Venture partner interfaces, the coordination of Joint Venture activities.Ensure compliance with the Production Sharing Contracts, Joint Operating Agreements and ensure closure of Joint Venture related actionsPlay a critical role as the interface between Tullow Kenya functions and joint venture partnersEnsure compliance with the Operators obligations under the Production Sharing Contracts  and Joint Operating AgreementsAct as the main point of contact and coordination on all matters with the joint venture partners Work across the functional areas of the Kenya Business Unit to coordinate all  joint venture technical, operational, contractual and commercial requirements for Tullow KenyaWork with finance and projects control to ensure the internal Annual joint venture work Program and budget approval process is completed in timeCoordinate the work program and budget approval process with the joint venture partners and the Government of Kenya Review cost status of activities and work with project teams to ensure the right approvals are obtained in a timely mannerWork with the finance team to manage the billing and finance related reporting requirements of the joint Operating Agreements. Coordinate, issue and obtain all other partner approvals as required under the joint Operating Agreements.Work with the Legal and Public Affairs team to ensure all Government approvals as required under the PSCs are obtained in a timely mannerWork with the Public Affairs team to build and maintain working relationships with key stakeholders for the joint ventures.Coordinate and manage audits performed by JV partners in all activitiesBachelors Degree in a relevant discipline (Finance, Tax, Business, Law, Engineering). An MBA qualification is an added advantage.At least 8 years experience in a relevant field of work.  Previous Joint Venture experience, including the ability to coordinate and manage a variety of different stakeholders / priorities is an added advantage.Good understanding of Licences, Production Sharing Contracts and Joint Operating Agreements.Experience in upstream petroleum operations, project management, upstream business and contracts management, corporate Planning & Budgeting cycles would be an added advantage. Deep understanding of the business environment in Kenyaand East Africa in General Excellent coordination and project management skills.Organized, and can effectively manage time, meet tight deadlines, and set priorities.Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)  Send your application including a cover letter demonstrating why you are the best suited candidate for this role, a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 30th May 2014. You can also drop your application at either of the Tullow Community Communications Offices in Lodwar, Lokori or Lokichar.
All enquiries to be sent to:

Adept Systems

Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

Our client, the Parliamentary Service Commission (“PSC”), is constitutionally mandated to manage the administration of parliament. This includes the provision of services and facilities to ensure effective and efficient running of parliament, preparation of parliamentary expenditure budgets and estimates, constitution of offices in the parliamentary services and the appointment and supervision of office holders. The  Constitution of Kenya 2010 introduced the citizens of Kenya to a new parliamentary system through the establishment of a Senate in addition to a National Assembly as set out in Chapter 8. In recognition that each arm of parliament has a distinct but uniquely different role and function, PSC wishes to recruit for positions in the administration structure of each arm of parliament and the Parliamentary Joint Services (“PJS”) that supports the members of both structures.

Parliamentary Joint Services Director General of the Parliament Joint Services (ESS 478)

Reporting to the Secretary of the PSC, the jobholder will be the administrative head of the Parliamentary Joint Services responsible for all the Joint Services Directorates.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Coordinating all the personnel providing joint services including human resources management and development, general administrative services, information and research services as well as finance and accounting services;Implementation of Performance Management Systems;Development and implementation of strategies and policies to ensure that systems and structures are efficiently managed for the achievement of set performance targets and goals of parliament.The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in Social Sciences, Humanities or a relevant field and a Masters Degree in a relevant field. The ideal candidate will possess at least ten years progressive experience in a senior management position in a large institution with at least three years at the level of Director or its equivalent. The jobholder should also have a demonstrable high degree of professional competence, administrative
capability and initiative in the general administration, organisation and management of a large institution
including the human resource. They will also have a thorough understanding of management policies,
regulations and employee relations and proven experience in effectively handling the human resources
function and delivering results. They should also possess strong team, communication and organisational
skills as well as self-drive in achieving continuous improvement and management innovation in driving
change in a large organisation. Membership to a professional body will be an added advantage.Director, Centre for Parliamentary Studies and Training (CPST) of the Parliamentary Joint Services (ESS 479)
Reporting to the CPST Board of Management Secretary, the jobholder will be the chief academic and administrative head of the Centre and secretary to the CPST Board of Management.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Coordinating, designing and delivering training, research and consultancy services of the CPST.Developing and implementing plans, budgets and policies of the Centre;Developing and implementing strategies for resource mobilisation;Coordinating and identifying appropriate parliaments or other institutions for the attachment and exposure of Members and staff of parliament;Managing resources effectively, efficiently and providing strategic leadership to the Centre;Managing staff performance and ensuring achievement of set goals and objectives; andAdministering the operations, affairs and activities necessary for the execution of the mandate of the CPST.The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in Social Sciences, Humanities or a relevant field and
a Masters Degree in a relevant field. Possession of a PhD in a relevant field will be an added advantage. The ideal candidate will also possess a minimum of three years experience at the level of Assistant Deputy Clerk/Deputy Director in parliament or a comparable position in public or private sector. They should also possess demonstrable competence in designing and delivering training and development programmes or a recognised qualification in training, education and development as well as demonstrable experience in managing people for results in a large and busy department. Evidence of publication in recognised journals or other academic media is a must.Director, Finance and Accounting Services of the Parliamentary Joint Services (ESS 480)
Reporting to the Director General, Parliamentary Joint Services, the jobholder will oversee the finance and
accounting functions in parliament.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Overseeing financial control of the institution of parliament;Accounting for the money allocated to parliament;Overseeing the procurement of goods and services for parliament;Formulation, interpretation and application of accounting and finance policies, procedures, rules and regulations;Authorisation of all expenditure for the PSC;Giving guidance in all financial matters of parliament;Overseeing the preparation of PSC’s budget;Issuance of authority to incur expenditure (AIE) to units under the direction of the Director General;Planning and monitoring of parliamentary programmes and projects;Evaluating financial implications of major policy changes;Coordinating donor funding for parliament; and Linking with Treasury in areas of procurement guidelines, accounting matters and financial regulations as stipulated in relevant legislation.The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting option, or Finance option or any other relevant qualification and a Masters Degree in a relevant field. The ideal candidate will also possess professional accounting, finance, or procurement qualification (e.g. CPA (K) or ACCA) and have at least ten years experience in accountancy, financial management or procurement. They must also have experience working as a Chief Accountant, Chief Finance Officer or other equivalent level for at least three years. Membership in an accounting, finance, procurement or other relevant professional body is a must.Director, Legal Services of the Parliamentary Joint Services (ESS 481)
Reporting to the Director General, the jobholder will be the head of the legal services function in the PJS and will ensure compliance by the PSC and the Parliamentary Service with all constitutional and statutory requirements.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Litigation on behalf of the PSC and the Parliamentary Service;Supervising, guidance, counselling, training and development of all the staff under the Directorate;Co-ordinating, administering and overall management of the legal services provided to the Parliamentary Service and the PJS;Providing legal advice and opinion to the PSC; and Drafting and preparation of legal documents and legal research for the Parliamentary Service.The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in Law from and be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya, or possess an equivalent qualification in a common-law jurisdiction. A Masters degree in Law will be an added advantage.The ideal candidate will possess at least seven years experience as an advocate of the High Court, a Judge or a professionally qualified Magistrate; or seven years experience as a distinguished academic or legal practitioner or such experience in some other relevant legal field. The candidate should also hold a certificate in legislative drafting and a current Advocate’s Practicing Certificate.
If you believe you fit the required profile, please send your applications in confidence to ess.ke@ke.pwc.com by Friday 20 July 2012 quoting the job reference number and the title of the position you are applying for. In addition, please provide your curriculum vitae containing details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration as well as copies of professional/academic certificates. Include your day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address, names and addresses of three references.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Our client, the Parliamentary Service Commission (“PSC”), is constitutionally mandated to manage the administration of parliament. This includes the provision of services and facilities to ensure effective and efficient running of parliament, preparation of parliamentary expenditure budgets and estimates, constitution of offices in the parliamentary services and the appointment and supervision of office holders. The  Constitution of Kenya 2010 introduced the citizens of Kenya to a new parliamentary system through the establishment of a Senate in addition to a National Assembly as set out in Chapter 8. In recognition that each arm of parliament has a distinct but uniquely different role and function, PSC wishes to recruit for positions in the administration structure of each arm of parliament and the Parliamentary Joint Services (“PJS”) that supports the members of both structures.

Parliamentary Joint Services Director General of the Parliament Joint Services (ESS 478)

Reporting to the Secretary of the PSC, the jobholder will be the administrative head of the Parliamentary Joint Services responsible for all the Joint Services Directorates.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Coordinating all the personnel providing joint services including human resources management and development, general administrative services, information and research services as well as finance and accounting services;Implementation of Performance Management Systems;Development and implementation of strategies and policies to ensure that systems and structures are efficiently managed for the achievement of set performance targets and goals of parliament.The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in Social Sciences, Humanities or a relevant field and a Masters Degree in a relevant field. The ideal candidate will possess at least ten years progressive experience in a senior management position in a large institution with at least three years at the level of Director or its equivalent. The jobholder should also have a demonstrable high degree of professional competence, administrative
capability and initiative in the general administration, organisation and management of a large institution
including the human resource. They will also have a thorough understanding of management policies,
regulations and employee relations and proven experience in effectively handling the human resources
function and delivering results. They should also possess strong team, communication and organisational
skills as well as self-drive in achieving continuous improvement and management innovation in driving
change in a large organisation. Membership to a professional body will be an added advantage.Director, Centre for Parliamentary Studies and Training (CPST) of the Parliamentary Joint Services (ESS 479)
Reporting to the CPST Board of Management Secretary, the jobholder will be the chief academic and administrative head of the Centre and secretary to the CPST Board of Management.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Coordinating, designing and delivering training, research and consultancy services of the CPST.Developing and implementing plans, budgets and policies of the Centre;Developing and implementing strategies for resource mobilisation;Coordinating and identifying appropriate parliaments or other institutions for the attachment and exposure of Members and staff of parliament;Managing resources effectively, efficiently and providing strategic leadership to the Centre;Managing staff performance and ensuring achievement of set goals and objectives; andAdministering the operations, affairs and activities necessary for the execution of the mandate of the CPST.The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in Social Sciences, Humanities or a relevant field and
a Masters Degree in a relevant field. Possession of a PhD in a relevant field will be an added advantage. The ideal candidate will also possess a minimum of three years experience at the level of Assistant Deputy Clerk/Deputy Director in parliament or a comparable position in public or private sector. They should also possess demonstrable competence in designing and delivering training and development programmes or a recognised qualification in training, education and development as well as demonstrable experience in managing people for results in a large and busy department. Evidence of publication in recognised journals or other academic media is a must.Director, Finance and Accounting Services of the Parliamentary Joint Services (ESS 480)
Reporting to the Director General, Parliamentary Joint Services, the jobholder will oversee the finance and
accounting functions in parliament.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Overseeing financial control of the institution of parliament;Accounting for the money allocated to parliament;Overseeing the procurement of goods and services for parliament;Formulation, interpretation and application of accounting and finance policies, procedures, rules and regulations;Authorisation of all expenditure for the PSC;Giving guidance in all financial matters of parliament;Overseeing the preparation of PSC’s budget;Issuance of authority to incur expenditure (AIE) to units under the direction of the Director General;Planning and monitoring of parliamentary programmes and projects;Evaluating financial implications of major policy changes;Coordinating donor funding for parliament; and Linking with Treasury in areas of procurement guidelines, accounting matters and financial regulations as stipulated in relevant legislation.The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting option, or Finance option or any other relevant qualification and a Masters Degree in a relevant field. The ideal candidate will also possess professional accounting, finance, or procurement qualification (e.g. CPA (K) or ACCA) and have at least ten years experience in accountancy, financial management or procurement. They must also have experience working as a Chief Accountant, Chief Finance Officer or other equivalent level for at least three years. Membership in an accounting, finance, procurement or other relevant professional body is a must.Director, Legal Services of the Parliamentary Joint Services (ESS 481)
Reporting to the Director General, the jobholder will be the head of the legal services function in the PJS and will ensure compliance by the PSC and the Parliamentary Service with all constitutional and statutory requirements.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Litigation on behalf of the PSC and the Parliamentary Service;Supervising, guidance, counselling, training and development of all the staff under the Directorate;Co-ordinating, administering and overall management of the legal services provided to the Parliamentary Service and the PJS;Providing legal advice and opinion to the PSC; and Drafting and preparation of legal documents and legal research for the Parliamentary Service.The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in Law from and be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya, or possess an equivalent qualification in a common-law jurisdiction. A Masters degree in Law will be an added advantage.The ideal candidate will possess at least seven years experience as an advocate of the High Court, a Judge or a professionally qualified Magistrate; or seven years experience as a distinguished academic or legal practitioner or such experience in some other relevant legal field. The candidate should also hold a certificate in legislative drafting and a current Advocate’s Practicing Certificate.
If you believe you fit the required profile, please send your applications in confidence to ess.ke@ke.pwc.com by Friday 20 July 2012 quoting the job reference number and the title of the position you are applying for. In addition, please provide your curriculum vitae containing details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration as well as copies of professional/academic certificates. Include your day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address, names and addresses of three references.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Our client, the Parliamentary Service Commission (“PSC”), is constitutionally mandated to manage the administration of parliament. This includes the provision of services and facilities to ensure effective and efficient running of parliament, preparation of parliamentary expenditure budgets and estimates, constitution of offices in the parliamentary services and the appointment and supervision of office holders. The  Constitution of Kenya 2010 introduced the citizens of Kenya to a new parliamentary system through the establishment of a Senate in addition to a National Assembly as set out in Chapter 8. In recognition that each arm of parliament has a distinct but uniquely different role and function, PSC wishes to recruit for positions in the administration structure of each arm of parliament and the Parliamentary Joint Services (“PJS”) that supports the members of both structures.

Parliamentary Joint Services Director General of the Parliament Joint Services (ESS 478)

Reporting to the Secretary of the PSC, the jobholder will be the administrative head of the Parliamentary Joint Services responsible for all the Joint Services Directorates.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Coordinating all the personnel providing joint services including human resources management and development, general administrative services, information and research services as well as finance and accounting services;Implementation of Performance Management Systems;Development and implementation of strategies and policies to ensure that systems and structures are efficiently managed for the achievement of set performance targets and goals of parliament.The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in Social Sciences, Humanities or a relevant field and a Masters Degree in a relevant field. The ideal candidate will possess at least ten years progressive experience in a senior management position in a large institution with at least three years at the level of Director or its equivalent. The jobholder should also have a demonstrable high degree of professional competence, administrative
capability and initiative in the general administration, organisation and management of a large institution
including the human resource. They will also have a thorough understanding of management policies,
regulations and employee relations and proven experience in effectively handling the human resources
function and delivering results. They should also possess strong team, communication and organisational
skills as well as self-drive in achieving continuous improvement and management innovation in driving
change in a large organisation. Membership to a professional body will be an added advantage.Director, Centre for Parliamentary Studies and Training (CPST) of the Parliamentary Joint Services (ESS 479)
Reporting to the CPST Board of Management Secretary, the jobholder will be the chief academic and administrative head of the Centre and secretary to the CPST Board of Management.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Coordinating, designing and delivering training, research and consultancy services of the CPST.Developing and implementing plans, budgets and policies of the Centre;Developing and implementing strategies for resource mobilisation;Coordinating and identifying appropriate parliaments or other institutions for the attachment and exposure of Members and staff of parliament;Managing resources effectively, efficiently and providing strategic leadership to the Centre;Managing staff performance and ensuring achievement of set goals and objectives; andAdministering the operations, affairs and activities necessary for the execution of the mandate of the CPST.The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in Social Sciences, Humanities or a relevant field and
a Masters Degree in a relevant field. Possession of a PhD in a relevant field will be an added advantage. The ideal candidate will also possess a minimum of three years experience at the level of Assistant Deputy Clerk/Deputy Director in parliament or a comparable position in public or private sector. They should also possess demonstrable competence in designing and delivering training and development programmes or a recognised qualification in training, education and development as well as demonstrable experience in managing people for results in a large and busy department. Evidence of publication in recognised journals or other academic media is a must.Director, Finance and Accounting Services of the Parliamentary Joint Services (ESS 480)
Reporting to the Director General, Parliamentary Joint Services, the jobholder will oversee the finance and
accounting functions in parliament.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Overseeing financial control of the institution of parliament;Accounting for the money allocated to parliament;Overseeing the procurement of goods and services for parliament;Formulation, interpretation and application of accounting and finance policies, procedures, rules and regulations;Authorisation of all expenditure for the PSC;Giving guidance in all financial matters of parliament;Overseeing the preparation of PSC’s budget;Issuance of authority to incur expenditure (AIE) to units under the direction of the Director General;Planning and monitoring of parliamentary programmes and projects;Evaluating financial implications of major policy changes;Coordinating donor funding for parliament; and Linking with Treasury in areas of procurement guidelines, accounting matters and financial regulations as stipulated in relevant legislation.The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting option, or Finance option or any other relevant qualification and a Masters Degree in a relevant field. The ideal candidate will also possess professional accounting, finance, or procurement qualification (e.g. CPA (K) or ACCA) and have at least ten years experience in accountancy, financial management or procurement. They must also have experience working as a Chief Accountant, Chief Finance Officer or other equivalent level for at least three years. Membership in an accounting, finance, procurement or other relevant professional body is a must.Director, Legal Services of the Parliamentary Joint Services (ESS 481)
Reporting to the Director General, the jobholder will be the head of the legal services function in the PJS and will ensure compliance by the PSC and the Parliamentary Service with all constitutional and statutory requirements.
The jobholder will also be responsible for:Litigation on behalf of the PSC and the Parliamentary Service;Supervising, guidance, counselling, training and development of all the staff under the Directorate;Co-ordinating, administering and overall management of the legal services provided to the Parliamentary Service and the PJS;Providing legal advice and opinion to the PSC; and Drafting and preparation of legal documents and legal research for the Parliamentary Service.The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in Law from and be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya, or possess an equivalent qualification in a common-law jurisdiction. A Masters degree in Law will be an added advantage.The ideal candidate will possess at least seven years experience as an advocate of the High Court, a Judge or a professionally qualified Magistrate; or seven years experience as a distinguished academic or legal practitioner or such experience in some other relevant legal field. The candidate should also hold a certificate in legislative drafting and a current Advocate’s Practicing Certificate.
If you believe you fit the required profile, please send your applications in confidence to ess.ke@ke.pwc.com by Friday 20 July 2012 quoting the job reference number and the title of the position you are applying for. In addition, please provide your curriculum vitae containing details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration as well as copies of professional/academic certificates. Include your day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address, names and addresses of three references.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.