Salaries and Remuneration Commission
Request for Expression of Interest: Undertaking of Job Evaluation for State Offices
The Salaries and Remuneration Commission wishes to undertake a Job Evaluation for State Offices.Owing to the magnitude of the exercise in terms of Scope and requisite competency and skills, the Job Evaluation will be undertaken through a Consultancy Service. The Salaries and Remuneration Commission therefore, intends to commission a reputable Consultancy Firm/organization or a Consortium of Firms to undertake a comprehensive Job Evaluation on positions created in the Constitution and State Offices.
 The Job Evaluation will cover positions created in the Constitution and jobs categorized as State Offices, the result of which will determine the comparable worth of the jobs to facilitate development and implementation of equitable and harmonized remuneration and benefits structure.
3.0 Objective for the Job Evaluation Exercise
Objective for the Job Evaluation Exercise will be to evaluate the positions created in the Constitution and jobs categorized as State Offices to determine their comparable worth and produce a rationalized, harmonized, defensible and equitable job-grading structure. The results of the Job Evaluation and subsequent Grading will be used as a basis for grading the structures, developing compensation structures and setting and reviewing of remuneration and benefits, for the State Offices.
The tasks assignment will be undertaken in close working collaboration with a team from the Salaries and Remuneration Commission and will involve:-
3.1 Preparation of a Concept Paper, drawing upon comparable international experience.
3.2 Development of a Strategy Paper or Handbook for undertaking the exercise which should:
(i) Provide a detailed guideline to the approach to be adopted for undertaking the Job Evaluation exercise;
(ii) Define the methodology and instruments to be used in the exercise;
(iii) Provide a sequenced programme of actions, including identification of who is to be responsible for supervising and implementing the Job Evaluation exercise;
(iv) Provide rationale, where appropriate, for benchmarking;
(v) Identify training needs for the public service staff who will assist in the exercise; and
(vi) Identify any necessary preparatory work that must be completed prior to commencing the Job Evaluation exercise.
3.4 Undertaking a Training Programme for Public Service Officers Core Team to build capacities and capabilities to successfully undertake the Job Evaluation exercise.(The training should include in-depth instruction on the use and analysis of all instruments to be used in the
exercise).
3.5 Undertaking a Job Evaluation exercise for the positions created in the Constitution and State Offices on the basis of the Concept and the Strategy Papers with the following expected results:
(i) Equitable and defensible job- grading criteria;
(ii) Standardized and harmonized job grading positions created in the Constitution and in State Offices;
(iii) Job descriptions and job specifications for the evaluated jobs; and
(iv) A Frame work for harmonization of remuneration/pay and benefits that would guide current and future remuneration and benefits for positions created in the Constitution and State Offices.
4.0 Job Evaluation Output/Deliverables
The key expected outputs/deliverables of the Job Evaluation exercise will include:-
4.1 The Concept Paper on job evaluation
4.2 Inception Report on the assignments with detailed finalized work plan
4.3 Strategy Paper or Handbook on job evaluation process to be undertaken
4.4 Job Evaluation Report which will contain but not limited to details on:
(ii) Job Evaluation Results; and
(iii) Actual job values/worth.
5.0 Requirements of eligible Consultants
The Salaries and Remuneration Commission now invites expressions of interest from Consultants/Firms interested in providing the above services. Interested Consultants must have a minimum of a masters degree, expertise and experience and demonstrate having successfully carried out a job evaluation in a large high profile organization. The Consultant should also have excellent organizational and verbal communication skills with in-depth knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
Consequently, the consultant should submit detailed company profiles, financial capability to undertake the assignment to completion, qualifications and experience of key staff and the methodology of undertaking
the assignment. This assignment is open to both national and international consultants. Consultants may associate to enhance their capabilities.
The exercise is expected to take three months
Expression of Interest will lead to short listing of eligible firms based on their responsiveness to the requirements as listed under Part 5.0 above and will be invited to submit proposals to carry out the Job Evaluation.
Expressions of Interest in Plain Sealed envelopes marked; “Expressions of Interest: Consultancy to undertake a Job Evaluation Exercise for State Offices must:
Be delivered to the address below not later than 5.00 pm on 4th June, 2012.
The Commission Secretary
Salaries and Remuneration Commission
P. O. Box 43126 00100, Expressions of Interest delivered after 5.00 pm shall not be accepted.
Opening of the Expressions of Interest shall be done publicly immediately thereafter on 5th June, 2012, at 10.00 am, on the 13th Floor NHIF Building, Salaries and Remuneration Commission Boardroom, in the presence of Consultants/Firms who will have expressed interest or their representatives who wish to attend.
Salaries and Remuneration Commission

1. Background

In pursuance of its mandate, the Interim Independent Electoral Commission (IIEC) in conjunction with UNDP Amkeni Wakenya is seeking to prepare a Voter Education Handbook on Elective positions under the 2010 Constitution.

The Voter Education Handbook on Elective Positions is intended to provide direction to Kenyans to understand the new electoral system and provide insights into the new structures under the Devolved Government.

Amkeni Wakenya is a UNDP led facility set up to promote democratic governance in Kenya. Amkeni Wakenya was established in July 2008, then known as the “Civil Society Democratic Governance Facility (CSDGF)” and works through Civil Society Organizations in the areas of democracy, human rights, governance reforms, and the integration of a rights based approach in social and economic reforms in Kenya.

The Interim Independent Electoral Commission (IIEC): The Interim Independent Electoral Commission (IIEC) - or its anticipated successor, the Independent Elections and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) - is mandated by the Constitution to manage the electoral process and conduct elections and related activities in the country.

Specifically, Section 88 (4) (g) of the Constitution mandates the electoral body to undertake voter education.

Pursuant to consultations between the two organizations, and in furtherance of shared objectives, the IIEC in partnership with Amkeni Wakenya intends to produce a Handbook and IIEC materials on Elective Offices under the 2010 Constitution. The Handbook will also cover: campaigns, nominations, election regulations, election offences, independent candidates, party lists, election disputes resolution, right of recall etc.

Scope of Consultancy:

a) In consultation with the Director Voter Education and Partnerships at the IIEC, determine the scope, uniqueness, content and methodology of a Voter Education Handbook on Elective Positions and other appropriate IEC materials such as fliers, brochures among others.

b) Take a lead role in literature review and research on relevant and appropriate content and messages.

c) Provide an inception report outlining how the task will be undertaken including providing clear timelines and milestones.

d) Collate, analyze, synthesis and compile a draft voter education handbook on elective positions

e) Formulate relevant and appropriate themes, chapters and sub chapters of the handbook

f) Develop specific messages to be used in Information, Education and Communication (IIEC) materials.

g) Facilitate a minimum of four workshops for IIEC Commissioners, staff and stakeholders to build consensus on the content of the Handbook

h) Facilitate one day validation/peer review worship on the handbook and other IIEC materials for 40 stakeholders.

i) Take the lead in piloting and pre-testing of IIEC materials

j) Work closely with an illustrator in finalizing the handbook

k) Submit 2 copies of the final draft of the handbook and IIEC materials in both hard and soft format.

Expert Profile: Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Masters Degree in Political Science, Human Rights, Law, Gender and Development, Social Sciences and any other related field.At least 7 years in civic and voter education and democratic governance issues.Demonstrated knowledge of the governance sector and political processes in KenyaDemonstrated knowledge and experience in electoral reformDemonstrated knowledge on political communication and messagingVery good understanding and familiarity with Kenya’s political and socio-economic environment, and the constitution making process;Demonstrable commitment to values of social justice, human rights, inclusivity, diversity, nation building and gender equity;In-depth understanding and knowledge of the work of civil society organizations in Kenya;Demonstrable commitment to values of social justice, human rights, inclusivity, diversity, nation building and gender equity;Good writing and communication skillsCultural awareness and sensitivityCommitment to UNDP and IIEC principlesComputer literacy in Microsoft Software and IT packagesApplication procedure

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications as a team with clear subject “Amkeni WaKenya Mid-Term Review”, complete with current P11 form, CVs (3 pages Maximum per CV) and proposals on undertaking the task to: consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us on or before 15th July, 2011.

The full Terms of Reference (TOR) and requirements can be viewed by visiting the UNDP website: www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements and the Amkeni Wakenya website: www.amkeniwakenya.org/index.php/procurements

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Functional Title: Human Resources Associate
Position No: 10005200
Duty Station: Nairobi
Date of Entry on Duty: As soon as possible
Duration of Appointment: Initially up to 31 December 2011

Category and Level: GL6
Closing Date: 03 February 2011

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the immediate supervision of the Assistant Human Resources Officer and the overall supervision of the Human Resources Officer, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

1. Acts as focal person for Branch Office, Nairobi; handles personnel matters including interpretation and processing of entitlements, issuance of contracts and maintenance of various personnel records;
2. Co-ordinates the recruitment of national staff members in Nairobi determining grades/steps to be offered as well as initial periods of employment;
3. Carry out reference/background and academic checks for new recruits;
4. Inputs of personnel related actions into MSRP – HR module for all national staff members in Nairobi;
5. Processes payment of salary and other staff related entitlements payments into MSRP;
6. Provides advice and counselling to all staff members in BO Nairobi before taking up their functions on their rights, entitlements and responsibilities;
7. Assists with induction briefing for newly arriving international staff members to BO Kenya;
8. Acts as Training Focal person for all offices in BO Kenya;
9. Acts as back up to the Senior Human Resources when required;
10. Perform other duties as required.

Qualification Requirements
* Completion of secondary education; courses and/or training in business administration, human resources or related field;
* Flexibility and ability of work as part of a multi-cultural team;
* Excellent computer skills including MS-Word; Excel and PowerPoint;
* Knowledge of MSRP – HR module is an added advantage;

Experience
Minimum of 6 years of previous job experience related to Human Resources

Language
Excellent command of English (both spoken and written); knowledge of French or Another UN language is desirable

NB: FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES
Staff members who wish to be considered for this position should submit their applications with an updated P11 form to: The Secretary, Local APPC, Human Resources Section, Branch Office Nairobi. Please indicate Vacancy Notice No. IVN/EVN/KEN/DDB/10/022 add.1

FOR EXTERNAL CANDIDATES
Candidates should also complete a Personal History form (P.11) available on the following link – http://www.unon.org/docs/P11.doc and attach it to their written application for the position. Applications should be addressed as stated above to P.O. Box 43801, 00100, Nairobi referring to IVN/EVN/KEN/NBI/10/022 add. 1. Candidates should also submit copies of academic certificates from the relevant institutions.

IMPORTANT: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES WHO ARE SHORT-LISTED WILL BE CONTACTED. CANDIDATES WILL BE SUBJECTED TO TESTING. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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