Latest Vacancies at Kenya National Commission on Human Rights

Technology Related Jobs, Public Education and Training Jobs,

Senior Information Communication Technology Officer

(REF: KNCHR/ADM/SICT/06/2023​)

Operational Responsibilities:

  • Monitor ICT service desk delivery issues to ensure quick resolution of user related incidents enhancing customer service delivery.
  • Undertake the day to day management of the information technology platforms to facilitate the efficient delivery of customer service and processing all transactions
  • Maintain and update the organizational ICT systems across the Commission to retain current information.
  • Monitor the Wide Area Network and the Local Area Network and ensure optimum output performance within the Commission to enable smooth internet and network connectivity.
  • Ensure the smooth running of all ICT systems including web applications, email system, firewall and spam filter.
  • Support roll out of new applications and hardware as well as maintenance of inventory for the organization’s IT hardware and software both at the main offices and in regional offices
  • Participate in timely preparation of the ICT department budgets, work plans and reports
  • Undertake frequent data back-up for the Commission critical data and facilitate offsite storage of backup media.
  • Provide user support on ICT hardware and network infrastructure and carry out preventative maintenance of ICT equipment through regular updates of operating systems.
  • Install and configure security applications within the Commission.
  • Setup and configure virtual private networks for out of office connectivity.
  • Developing system specification; writing and testing computer programmes according to instructions and specifications.

Skills, Experience and Minimum Qualifications

  • 3 years of service in a comparable position from a reputable organization
  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Computer Science, Information Communication Technology, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
  • Professional Certification in Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Good knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
  • Good knowledge of Active Directory Services and management.
  • Good knowledge of software development tools and maintenance practices.
  • Good knowledge of relational database management
  • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

Senior Public Education & Officer

(REF: KNCHR/ADM/SPET/07/2023)

Operational Responsibilities:

  • Supervising of public education and training officers, interns and attaches towards the effective discharge of the Division’s mandate
  • Mentoring and coaching of public Education and training officers, interns and attaches 
  • Facilitate the management and enhancement of partnerships with human rights actors in order to enhance the Commission’s effectiveness
  • Formulate concepts and design implementation strategies and activities as prescribed in the strategic plan.
  • Design training curricula, training manuals and training materials
  • Carrying out public education and awareness sessions
  • Preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual donor and other reports for accountability on the use of funds.
  • Design proposals for the mobilization of resources for the Commission’s programs, grant management and reporting.
  • Undertake the preparation and implementation of divisional work plans in line with the Commission’s Strategic Plan and Directorate vision
  • Contribute to the strategies to build and sustain Commission partnerships in line with Divisional mandate.
  • Initiate activity requests for project implementation
  • Develop Information Education and Communication (IEC) materials for the public to raise awareness and sensitivity on human rights

Skills, Experience and Minimum Qualifications

  • 3 years of service in a comparable position from a reputable organization
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Law, International Relations and Diplomacy, or Social Sciences, or other relevant degree from a recognized university.
  • Good Knowledge and experience handling human rights matters
  • Experience in conceptualizing and leading Public Education and Training Projects
  • Demonstrable knowledge in human rights education and training
  • Adult learner’s facilitation skills.
  • Skills in development of training materials Excellent IT skills, with working knowledge for the various packages
  • Excellent communication (written and oral), interpersonal and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

Method of Application

If you possess the above qualities, please submit your applications electronically through recruitment@knchr.org clearly indicating the position, and the Ref No. on the subject line, together with a detailed C.V, a copy of national ID, names and telephone contacts of three referees, to reach us by 14th August 2023

The Commission Secretary,

Kenya National Commission on Human Rights

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