Parliamentary Service Commission
Republic Of Kenya
The Parliamentary Service Commission seeks to recruit Persons who are Energetic and result Oriented in the following Positions:
Director, Legal Services (National Assembly) (PSC 15)
The duties and responsibilities for this position include-head of the legal services function of the Senate;legal advisor to the Speaker, the Clerk, Committees and Senators on legislative business including all matters dealing with Bills and amendments to Bills;preparation of legal opinions on matters relating to the functions of the Senate;assisting Committees and individual Senators with the drafting of Bills and amendments to Bills and providing other legal services;responsible to the Speaker for legal advice and opinion, the drafting and preparation of legal documents and legal research;supervision, guidance, counselling, training and development of all the staff in the Directorate of Legal Services; andcoordination, administration and overall management of the legal services provided to the Senate.
For appointment to this position, a candidate must-be the holder of a Bachel  or possess an equivalent qualification in a common-law jurisdiction;have at least seven (7) years’ experience as an advocate of the High Court, a Judge or a professionally qualified Magistrate; orhave at least seven (7) years’ experience as a distinguished academic or legal practitioner or such experience in some other relevant legal field;be the holder of a certificate in legislative drafting from a recognized institution;be in possession of a current Advocate’s Practising Certificate;A Masters degree in Law will be an added advantage.
Director, Legislative And Procedural Services (National Assembly) (PSC 15)
The duties and responsibilities for this position include-coordination and supervision of the functions and operations of the Directorate of Legislative and Procedural Services of the National Assembly; and responsible, to the Clerk of the National Assembly, for:the Table Office including marshalling of published Bills, Motions and Sessional Papers; and processing of weekly programme of Business and preparation and timely circulation of Order Papers and Votes, and Proceedings of the House;The Journals Office including keeping custody of House Journals and records and archiving of those records;Matters connected to Parliamentary associations like CPA, IPU,ACP-EU, Pan African Parliament, EALA etc and exchange programmes, Friendship Groups and International desks and Conferences; andPublic Participation in Legislative process including responding to inquiries from Members of Parliament, the staff, the public and other legislative bodies.
For appointment to this position, a candidate must-have served for a minimum of three (3) years at the level of Senior Clerk Assistant in Parliament or in a comparable position in the public or private sector;be the holder of a Bachelors degree in Social Sciences or Humanities or in a relevant field from a recognized university;have demonstrated interest, commitment and a flair for parliamentary procedure, including comparative experience of other parliamentary jurisdictions, and have wide experience in the roles, functions and operations of Parliament;have attended a senior management or leadership course from a recognized institution;A Masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Director, Legislative and Procedural Services (Senate) (PSC 15)
The duties and responsibilities for this position include-coordination and supervision of the functions and operations of the Directorate of Legislative and Procedural Services of the Senate; andresponsible, to the Clerk of the Senate, for:the Table Office including marshalling of published Bills, Motions and Sessional Papers; and processing of weekly programme of Business and preparation and timely circulation of Order Papers and Votes and Proceedings of the Senate;The Journals Office including keeping custody of Senate Journals and records and archiving of those records;Matters connected to Parliamentary associations like CPA, IPU, and exchange programmes, Friendship Groups and International desks and Conferences; andPublic Participation in Legislative process including responding to inquiries from Senators, the staff, the public and other legislative bodies.Requirements for AppointmentFor appointment to this position, a candidate must-have served for a minimum of three (3) years at the level of Senior Clerk Assistant in Parliament or in a comparable position in the public or private sector;be the holder of a Bachelors degree in Social Sciences or Humanities or in a relevant field from a recognized university;have demonstrated interest, commitment and a flair for parliamentary procedure, including comparative experience of other parliamentary jurisdictions, and have wide experience in the roles, functions and operations of Parliament;have attended a senior management or leadership course from a recognized institution;A Masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Director, Information and Research Services (PSC 15) 
The Director of Information and Research Services shall provide overall leadership of the Directorate of Information and Research Services, including:The provision of analytical and fiscal research required to support the members of Parliament and PSC staff;The support of information, communication and technology needs of Parliament;The provision of library services;Management of public relations, protocol and media relations;Provision of House broadcasting servicesManagement of information resources;Any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.Key Result Areas (As Head of Directorate)
Supervisory coordination of all the personnel of the Directorate :--Research OfficersPublic Relations, Media Relations & Protocol OfficersICT OfficersLibrariansPrinting Services PersonnelBroadcasting officers
Appointment to the position will be made from persons who have:A Masters Degree in Social Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized University;Satisfactorily served in a large organization for a minimum period of ten (10) years, three (3) of which must have been in the grade of Chief Research Officer/ Chief Librarian/ Chief ICT Officer/ Chief Public Communications Officer/ Chief Media Relations Officer or a comparable position.Demonstrated high management capability and understands Parliamentary processes and procedures.Applications including Curriculums Vitae and Copies of Certificates and Testimonials should be addressed to:-
The Clerk/ Secretary Parliamentary Service Commission.
P.O. Box 41842 – 00100
Nairobi
Deadline for the applications is 6th December, 2012.

The State University of New York– Kenya Office (SUNY-Kenya) is implementing a Legislative Strengthening Program in support of the Kenya Parliament.

The Program invites applications from highly motivated young Kenyans interested in participating in its Junior Legislative Fellows Programme.

The programme, which in 2011/2012 will run within the context of the new constitutional dispensation, is a unique opportunity for university graduates interested in a legislative and public service career to link their theoretical knowledge with the actual work of legislation and public policy formulation.

During the 12-month programme, Junior Fellows are exposed to Kenya’s legislative environment and have an opportunity to work with elected representatives as well as build their leadership skills.

Junior Fellows work closely with parliamentary committees and technical departments, such as, the Research and Budget Office of the Kenya Parliament.

Candidates should have the following minimum qualifications:-

Must be holders of Second Class Honors (Upper Division) degree or have attained a GPA of 3.0 and above in their field of study. Candidates who hold degrees in Information Sciences, Finance/ Economics, Law, or any other related Social Sciences will have an added advantage.Must not be more than 27 years of age and ought to have already graduated from a chartered Kenyan University.Applications, including a CV, copy of degree certificate and other relevant testimonials, a personal statement (maximum 1000 words), letters of two referees, one of which must come from the applicant’s University, a copy of your national ID, your email and mobile telephone contacts should be received not later than Thursday, 18th August 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Review of applications and consequential engagement will be subject to the approval of the Kenya Parliament.

Please send your applications to:

The Director
State University of New York’s
Kenya Parliamentary Strengthening Program
Landmark Plaza 5th Floor South Wing
P. O. Box 10020-00100 Nairobi Kenya

or email to: suny@sunykenya.org

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The Cradle

The Children Foundation

The Cradle is a non - governmental, non - partisan and not - for - profit organization committed to the promotion, protection and enhancement of the rights of the child through legal aid; legislative and policy advocacy; awareness creation; and research, monitoring and documentation.

The Cradle is seeking for a qualified and experienced person for the following position:

Policy and Legislative Advocacy Programme Manager

Reports to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

The suitable candidate will be responsible for the following:

Manage and coordinate all projects under the Policy and Legislative Advocacy programme.Formulate annual and operational programme activities plans and budgets.Draft and audit child rights bills and lobby for the passing of the bills in parliament.Undertake lobbying, advocacy and networking campaigns geared towards the protection of children’s rights.Mainstreaming child rights and juvenile justice into Government and Civil Society policies, programs and institutions.Contribute to national and international studies and research on child and human rightsDocument current legislative and policy issues in The Cradle publications.Undertake Resource mobilization of the programme and its various projects.Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, for at least 5 years A relevant Masters degree would be an added advantage.Minimum of 3 years experience as a programme officer or similar position.Exceptional working knowledge of both International and National Child and Human Rights laws and policies.Exceptional programming and technical expertise in policy and advocacy, specifically in the area of Children’s Rights and Human Rights.Excellent interpersonal, management and teamwork skills.Must be a go-getter and a self starter.A valid and clean driving license would be an added advantageIf you meet the above qualifications kindly submit your hard copy application by postal mail or hand delivery to the address below by the 3rd August 2011 noting to include the names and addresses of two referees, copies of relevant certificates and telephone and email contacts.

Your application MUST BE in The Cradle job application format available on our website under the jobs section.

You may also obtain a copy of the same form from our offices.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Selection Panel,
The Cradle-The Children Foundation,
Wood Avenue,Opp. Wood Avenue Apts.
Box 10101-00100, Nairobi.

Email: info@thecradle.or.ke

Website: http://www.thecradle.or.ke/

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