The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is an independent National Human Rights Institution created by Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and established by the Government of Kenya through an Act of Parliament (the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act, 2011) and under the United Nations Paris Principles. KNCHR’s mandate includes furthering the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya, acting as a watchdog over the Government in the area of human rights, and the provision of leadership in moving the country towards a human rights state. KNCHR fulfils its human rights mandate through a number of programmes, including Research and Compliance, Public Education and Training, Complaints and Investigations, Redress and Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. The  Commission’s main office is in Nairobi with two regional offices in Wajir and Kitale.
Officers may serve in the Head Office or in any of the regional offices.
KNCHR hereby invites applications for the following position in its regional office and head office:Wajir Regional Office Ref: HR/ADMIN/PO/012/1
Reports To: Deputy Commission Secretary-Programs
Location: Wajir
Duration: 5 Years Contract
Salary Range: Kshs112, 883 – 144, 237 Kshs
Key duties and responsibilities:Provide leadership in and guide the conceptualization, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the work of the Northern Kenya Regional OfficeCoordinate implementation and management of the complaints handling process, investigations and other key areas of work as stipulated under Section 8 of the KNCHR Act, 2011 and as may relevant to the Northern Kenya RegionPrepare and present quality and timely monthly, quarterly and annual reports of the work of the Regional office, including reports of financial expenditure by the Regional OfficeManage and supervise all staff of the Regional Office, including management of financial resources and fixed assetsEnsure compliance with the policies of the Commission in the running of the Regional OfficeEnsure proper flow of information and communication between the Head Office and the Regional Office, as well as with other Regional OfficesBuild and manage partnerships with both state and non state actors in the region on behalf of the CommissionAny other duties as may be assigned from time to time.A Masters degree in a Social science from a recognized institution with five years experience in a programme related environment of which at least 2 years are in a equivalent/supervisory level in a human rights related field.A Bachelors Degree in Social Science from a recognized institution with seven years experience in busy Programme-related environment of which at least 2 years are in an equivalent/supervisory level in a human related field.Good understanding of human rights and project management.Experience in human rights work and investigations(Public Affairs & Communication Department) Ref: HR/PAC/02/01
Reports To: Deputy Commission Secretary-Programs
Location: Head Office
Duration: 5 years Contract
Salary Range: Kshs112, 883 – 144, 237 Kshs
Key duties and responsibilities:Provide leadership and direction in the implementation of the Commission’s mandate through effective and efficient communication, publicity and brandingProvide leadership in and guide the conceptualization, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the work of Public Affairs and CommunicationsConceptualize, design and implement internal and external communication, advocacy and media strategies and programmes that advance the Commission’s strategic objectives and mandateExercise quality control over the Commission’s publicationsDevelop and implement strategies towards profiling and branding the Commission to enhance its visibility and accessibilityProvide guidance and support to the Chairperson as the spokesperson of the CommissionDevelop, implement, manage and monitor the Department’s budget, including financial reportingPrepare and present quality and timely monthly, quarterly and annual reports of the work of Public Affairs and CommunicationsAny other duties as may be assigned from time to time.A Masters degree in Communications and a Diploma in Journalism from a recognized institution with five years experience in a busy communications department programme-related environmentA Bachelors Degree in Communications and a Diploma in Journalism from a recognized institution with seven years experience in busy Communications Department. Programme-related environment.Good understanding of human rightsTraining in Report writing and editingIn addition the suitable candidates for the above positions should possess the following skills and attributes:-Good understanding of human rightsGood organizational, writing, interpersonal, communication, analytical and presentation skillsExcellent interpersonal communication and people management skillsFlexibility and adaptability with a high degree of integrityExcellent computer skills in various computer packagesAbility and readiness to work under pressure for and work long/odd hoursAbility to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, service providers and suppliers and other stakeholders.KNCHR is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive remuneration commensurate to qualifications and experience.
If you possess the above qualities for any of the positions, please send your application Cleary indicating the position and the Ref No. on both the letter and envelope, together with a detailed C.V, a daytime telephone contact, and names and telephone contacts of three referees to reach us by 01st August 2012 to:
The Commission Secretary,
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Lenana Road, CVS Plaza, 1st Floor
P. O. Box 74359-00200, NAIROBI.

Call for Proposals

Baseline Survey: Local Non-State and State Actors Engagement in KNCHR’s Public Complaints Referral Mechanism

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) in partnership with GIZ-Social Justice Reconciliation and National Cohesion project, seek the services of a consultant / consulting firm to conduct a baseline survey in the North Rift and Northern Kenya regions in the month of September, 2011.

The overall aim of the baseline study is, on behalf of KNCHR, to collect and analyze data for making an initial assessment on the existing regional complaints referral systems in place, used by KNCHR and in collaboration with other institutions - both State and Non-State.

The results of the study are to serve as the baseline for measuring the use of the referral system and the satisfaction by key stakeholders of the usefulness of the referral system.

The Kenya National Human Rights Commission is an independent National Human Rights Institution and was established by the Government through the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act No. 9 of 2002.

Its core mandate is to further the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya. It plays two broad roles firstly as a watch dog over the government in the area of human rights and secondly as a leader in moving the country toward a Human Rights State.

The consultant/consulting firm is expected, in close collaboration with KNCHR and GIZ;

i) To prepare a baseline survey to make an initial assessment of the existing regional referral system in place, used by KNCHR and other institutions - both State and Non-State, focusing on North Rift and Northern Kenya regions and the prospects/positioning of the KNCHR regional offices for an integrated complaints mechanism

ii) To assess the role of CSOs in complaints handling and challenges experienced in engaging with KNCHR in the referral system

iii) To use appropriate qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methodology, to allow for future evaluation indicators on the use by and usefulness of the referral system to the relevant State and Non State Actors

iv) To design and provide key quantitative and qualitative indicators for evaluation from the data analysis to measure the use of the referral mechanism and the usefulness of the referral system to the relevant State and Non-State Actors in the mid and long term

v) To provide suitable recommendations for KNCHR in its current public complaints referral mechanisms

If interested please submit a detailed proposal – technical and financial - for such a survey, with specific indications on:

Time required for conducting and completing such a survey in the regions - data collection and analysisMethodology and proposed approachCapacities and availabilityIf interested please submit your proposal clearly marked BASELINE SURVEY: KNCHR by COB – Friday 9th September, 2011 to:

GIZ Kenya Office, Riverside Mews Building, Riverside Drive
P.O. Box 41607- 00100, Nairobi.

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