icipe Legal Officer Job Vacancy in Kenya
icipe is an intergovernmental organisation funded by government aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics.
icipe has approximately 300 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes, located at various sites in Kenya, Ethiopia and Sudan.
icipe wishes to urgently recruit a suitable candidate to fill the position of Legal Officer to be based at its Headquarters at Duduville campus, Kasarani, Nairobi Kenya. The position is offered on two year contract terms that are renewable.
Objectives
The main objectives of this position include the following:
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March 29, 2011
March 24, 2011
Legal Officer NGO Job Vacancy in Kenya
Legal Officer NGO Job Vacancy in Kenya
Legal Officer: Location: Nairobi
Our client, a local Non-Governmental Organization working towards promoting and upholding women and girls in society seeks to fill the position of a Legal Officer. The position is initially on a 9 month contract with possibility of extension.
Duties:-
Legal Officer: Location: Nairobi
Our client, a local Non-Governmental Organization working towards promoting and upholding women and girls in society seeks to fill the position of a Legal Officer. The position is initially on a 9 month contract with possibility of extension.
Duties:-
- Provide legal representation to clients who are women and girls survivors of Gender based violence
- Prepare pleadings, proofs of evidence and legal briefs
March 22, 2011
Legal Officer Job Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya: Women’s Empowerment Link (WEL)
Legal Officer Job Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya: Women’s Empowerment Link (WEL)
Women’s Empowerment Link (WEL) is a nongovernmental, nonprofit making organization, whose major position is to promote and uphold women and girls in society through advocating for opportunities that explore their potentials.
WEL envisions a society that is gender sensitive where women and men have equal rights and opportunities for a just society.
WEL seeks to recruit a suitable candidate to fill the position of a Legal Officer who will be reporting to the Programs Coordinator –
Women’s Empowerment Link (WEL) is a nongovernmental, nonprofit making organization, whose major position is to promote and uphold women and girls in society through advocating for opportunities that explore their potentials.
WEL envisions a society that is gender sensitive where women and men have equal rights and opportunities for a just society.
WEL seeks to recruit a suitable candidate to fill the position of a Legal Officer who will be reporting to the Programs Coordinator –
February 9, 2011
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Enforcement Technical Advisor to NCIC Job in Kenya
Position Title: Enforcement Technical Advisor to NCIC
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Type of Appointment: One year contract with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: 15th March 2011
Closing Date: 23rd February 2011
GIZ Social Justice, Reconciliation and National Cohesion Project in collaboration with The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) seeks to recruit a Technical Advisor to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Position Title: Enforcement Technical Advisor to NCIC
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Type of Appointment: One year contract with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: 15th March 2011
Closing Date: 23rd February 2011
GIZ Social Justice, Reconciliation and National Cohesion Project in collaboration with The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) seeks to recruit a Technical Advisor to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
February 3, 2011
Kenya Forest Service Head, Legal Services/Corporation Secretary Job Vacancy
Kenya Forest Service Head, Legal Services/Corporation Secretary Job Vacancy
Kenya Forest Service is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament for the management and conservation of all types of forests. The Service seeks to recruit a self motivated, dynamic and results oriented individual to fill the above position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director, the Head of Legal Service / Corporation Secretary will be head of the legal service operations:-
Kenya Forest Service is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament for the management and conservation of all types of forests. The Service seeks to recruit a self motivated, dynamic and results oriented individual to fill the above position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director, the Head of Legal Service / Corporation Secretary will be head of the legal service operations:-
International Labour Organization (ILO) National Project Coordinator Job Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya
International Labour Organization (ILO) National Project Coordinator Job Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya
The International Labour Organization (ILO) seeks to recruit the services of a National Project Coordinator to facilitate the implementation of the Labour Law - Small and Medium-scale (SME) Development Nexus project in Nairobi Kenya.
The contract has duration of initially one year, with the possibility of another one year extension.
Duration: 12 months with a possibility of extension.
Duties
* Establish and coordinate the consultation and cooperation processes between the project and national-level government bodies, employers and workers organizations, and officials of other organizations and donor agencies.
The International Labour Organization (ILO) seeks to recruit the services of a National Project Coordinator to facilitate the implementation of the Labour Law - Small and Medium-scale (SME) Development Nexus project in Nairobi Kenya.
The contract has duration of initially one year, with the possibility of another one year extension.
Duration: 12 months with a possibility of extension.
Duties
* Establish and coordinate the consultation and cooperation processes between the project and national-level government bodies, employers and workers organizations, and officials of other organizations and donor agencies.
January 26, 2011
Finance Institution Legal Officer, Customer Relations Officer and Investment Analyst Job Vacancies in Kenya
Finance Institution Legal Officer, Customer Relations Officer and Investment Analyst Job Vacancies in Kenya
A leading Development Finance Institution is seeking applications from qualified, experienced and suitable candidates for the following posts:
Legal Officer [Litigation and Commercial Law]
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Corporation Secretary, the Legal Officer’s duties and responsibilities will include:
* Representing the Corporation in Court
* Advising the Corporation on all legal matters
A leading Development Finance Institution is seeking applications from qualified, experienced and suitable candidates for the following posts:
Legal Officer [Litigation and Commercial Law]
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Corporation Secretary, the Legal Officer’s duties and responsibilities will include:
* Representing the Corporation in Court
* Advising the Corporation on all legal matters
January 7, 2011
Advocacy officer job in Kenya
Advocacy officer job in Kenya
A Child Rights Organization based in Nairobi is looking for an Advocacy Officer.
Qualifications/Requirements
Be a graduate of Social Sciences from a recognized University, with a bias in Communication Studies
Professional experience of working on disability rights, preferable on child rights sector or deaf education
Experience of working within the Rights Based Approach framework
Professional experience of undertaking regional and national advocacy and lobbying including development of action plans and strategies
January 3, 2011
Legal Consultant, Food and Agriculture Organization, Nairobi, Kenya
Legal Consultant, Food and Agriculture Organization, Nairobi, Kenya
Location: Kenya - Nairobi with travel to Somalia
FAO Somalia - Country Office in Nairobi is seeking to employ a Legal Consultant. He/She will work under the general supervision of the Officer-In-Charge of FAO-Somalia and the Direct Supervision of the IMPROVEMENT AND SUSTAINABLE USE OF PLANT GENETIC RESOURCES PROGRAMME (SOMASEED) Project Manager and Project Operations Manager. The incumbent will perform the following duties to the benefit of two seed companies/associations (maize and sesame producer) and one banana growers association (seed in the following shall thus be intended in the wider sense of “good quality genetic material”):
- Provide high quality legal support to the Somaseed teams based in Nairobi and in Somalia. Preparing an agreement that will regulate the relationship between the seed company shareholders/association members.
The agreement will provide for (the following shall be adapted, mutatis mutandis, for association and association members):
-Protection of shareholders personal assets in the company.
-Regulation of the sharing of dividends and profits among the shareholders.
Location: Kenya - Nairobi with travel to Somalia
FAO Somalia - Country Office in Nairobi is seeking to employ a Legal Consultant. He/She will work under the general supervision of the Officer-In-Charge of FAO-Somalia and the Direct Supervision of the IMPROVEMENT AND SUSTAINABLE USE OF PLANT GENETIC RESOURCES PROGRAMME (SOMASEED) Project Manager and Project Operations Manager. The incumbent will perform the following duties to the benefit of two seed companies/associations (maize and sesame producer) and one banana growers association (seed in the following shall thus be intended in the wider sense of “good quality genetic material”):
- Provide high quality legal support to the Somaseed teams based in Nairobi and in Somalia. Preparing an agreement that will regulate the relationship between the seed company shareholders/association members.
The agreement will provide for (the following shall be adapted, mutatis mutandis, for association and association members):
-Protection of shareholders personal assets in the company.
-Regulation of the sharing of dividends and profits among the shareholders.
January 2, 2011
Manager - Legal Services and Company Secretary
Manager - Legal Services and Company Secretary
Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:-The overall responsibility
* Provide secretarial and legal services to the company as well as institute appropriate policies in the legal department.
Key Tasks
* Formulate policies to guide the department and the company on all legal matters.
* Provision of secretarial/legal services to the company.
* Co-ordinating and managing Board activities.
December 29, 2010
Investigators at Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission
Investigators at Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission
Description:
The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission is established under Section 3(1) of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Act No.6 of 2008 with the objective of promoting peace, justice, national unity, healing, reconciliation and dignity among the people of Kenya.
The Commission therefore is seeking to recruit suitable qualified Kenyan candidates for the following position
Investigators
VAN: 48/10/TJRC/ID
Reporting to the Director of Investigations, the Commission seeks to appoint investigators in with expertise in the following areas; Criminal Investigations, Human rights, Forensic accounting, Corporate Structures, land transactions and records.
Duties and responsibilities
The investigators will
* assist in the conduct and management of investigations of civil and political rights violations, including assassinations, massacres, illegal detentions, torture, disappearances, forensics, fiscal and economic crimes, social and cultural rights violations, including alleged misconduct, malfeasance, mismanagement, fraud, corruption, waste of public, natural and national resources, abuse of authority and all violations that fall within the TJRC mandate;
* gather evidence;
Description:
The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission is established under Section 3(1) of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Act No.6 of 2008 with the objective of promoting peace, justice, national unity, healing, reconciliation and dignity among the people of Kenya.
The Commission therefore is seeking to recruit suitable qualified Kenyan candidates for the following position
Investigators
VAN: 48/10/TJRC/ID
Reporting to the Director of Investigations, the Commission seeks to appoint investigators in with expertise in the following areas; Criminal Investigations, Human rights, Forensic accounting, Corporate Structures, land transactions and records.
Duties and responsibilities
The investigators will
* assist in the conduct and management of investigations of civil and political rights violations, including assassinations, massacres, illegal detentions, torture, disappearances, forensics, fiscal and economic crimes, social and cultural rights violations, including alleged misconduct, malfeasance, mismanagement, fraud, corruption, waste of public, natural and national resources, abuse of authority and all violations that fall within the TJRC mandate;
* gather evidence;
Legal Officers at Truth Justice and Reconciliation Commission
Legal Officers at Truth Justice and Reconciliation Commission
Description:
The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission is established under Section 3(1) of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Act No.6 of 2008 with the objective of promoting peace, justice, national unity, healing, reconciliation and dignity among the people of Kenya.
The Commission therefore is seeking to recruit suitable qualified Kenyan candidates for the following position
Legal Officers
VAN: 49/10/TJRC/LU
Duties and Responsibilities
* Handle and range of issues related to criminal law, international law, human rights law including the interpretation and application of the TJRC Act, legislative and other instruments in force in the Republic of Kenya during the period December 1963 to February 2008, in consultation with the Director Legal Services * Conduct extensive legal research and analysis and prepare statements, briefs, reports and correspondence * Undertake extensive review of legal documents, instruments, or other material
Description:
The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission is established under Section 3(1) of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Act No.6 of 2008 with the objective of promoting peace, justice, national unity, healing, reconciliation and dignity among the people of Kenya.
The Commission therefore is seeking to recruit suitable qualified Kenyan candidates for the following position
Legal Officers
VAN: 49/10/TJRC/LU
Duties and Responsibilities
* Handle and range of issues related to criminal law, international law, human rights law including the interpretation and application of the TJRC Act, legislative and other instruments in force in the Republic of Kenya during the period December 1963 to February 2008, in consultation with the Director Legal Services * Conduct extensive legal research and analysis and prepare statements, briefs, reports and correspondence * Undertake extensive review of legal documents, instruments, or other material
Assistant Regional Coordinators at Truth Justice and Reconciliation Commission
Assistant Regional Coordinators at Truth Justice and Reconciliation Commission
Description:
The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission is established under Section 3(1) of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Act No.6 of 2008 with the objective of promoting peace, justice, national unity, healing, reconciliation and dignity among the people of Kenya.
The Commission therefore is seeking to recruit suitable qualified Kenyan candidates for the following position
Assistant Regional Coordinators
VAN: 50/10/TJRC/FA
Reporting to the Regional Coordinator, the incumbent will facilitate all administrative support services of the Commission within the province.
Description:
The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission is established under Section 3(1) of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Act No.6 of 2008 with the objective of promoting peace, justice, national unity, healing, reconciliation and dignity among the people of Kenya.
The Commission therefore is seeking to recruit suitable qualified Kenyan candidates for the following position
Assistant Regional Coordinators
VAN: 50/10/TJRC/FA
Reporting to the Regional Coordinator, the incumbent will facilitate all administrative support services of the Commission within the province.
Data Entry Clerk at Truth Justice and Reconciliation Commission
Data Entry Clerk at Truth Justice and Reconciliation Commission
Description:
The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission is established under Section 3(1) of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Act No.6 of 2008 with the objective of promoting peace, justice, national unity, healing, reconciliation and dignity among the people of Kenya.
The Commission therefore is seeking to recruit suitable qualified Kenyan candidates for the following position
Data Entry Clerk
VAN: 53/10/TJRC/SS
This is a temporary position where the candidate shall review and enter data into computer system or tracking database according to established procedures and shall ensures accuracy of all data recorded.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Keep track of received data.
Description:
The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission is established under Section 3(1) of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Act No.6 of 2008 with the objective of promoting peace, justice, national unity, healing, reconciliation and dignity among the people of Kenya.
The Commission therefore is seeking to recruit suitable qualified Kenyan candidates for the following position
Data Entry Clerk
VAN: 53/10/TJRC/SS
This is a temporary position where the candidate shall review and enter data into computer system or tracking database according to established procedures and shall ensures accuracy of all data recorded.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Keep track of received data.
Internship at Truth Justice and Reconciliation Commission
Internship at Truth Justice and Reconciliation Commission
Description:
The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission is established under Section 3(1) of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Act No.6 of 2008 with the objective of promoting peace, justice, national unity, healing, reconciliation and dignity among the people of Kenya.
The Commission therefore is seeking to recruit suitable qualified Kenyan candidates for the following position
Interns
VAN: 54/10/TJRC/VAR
Graduates with competencies in the following areas:
1. Law (3) 2. Gender Studies and Counseling (2) 3. Communication (2) 4. Business Studies including, procurement, finance, logistics, etc (1) 5. Civic Education and Outreach (2) 6. ICT (2)
The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission is established under Section 3(1) of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Act No.6 of 2008 with the objective of promoting peace, justice, national unity, healing, reconciliation and dignity among the people of Kenya.
The Commission therefore is seeking to recruit suitable qualified Kenyan candidates for the following position
Interns
VAN: 54/10/TJRC/VAR
Graduates with competencies in the following areas:
1. Law (3) 2. Gender Studies and Counseling (2) 3. Communication (2) 4. Business Studies including, procurement, finance, logistics, etc (1) 5. Civic Education and Outreach (2) 6. ICT (2)
Requirements for Appointment
* An undergraduate degree from a recognized university in one of the areas above
* An undergraduate degree from a recognized university in one of the areas above
December 24, 2010
Kenya Industrial Estates Job Vacancies
Kenya Industrial Estates Job Vacancies
Kenya Industrial Estates Limited, a fully owned Government Development Finance Institution under the Ministry of Industrialization, specializes in promoting industrialization through indigenous enterprise development by championing the development of Micro, Small and Medium Industries throughout the country with specific focus on clustering of industries, rural
industrialization and value addition to locally available raw materials.
We are seeking to recruit suitable qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions that have arisen within the company.
1. Manager - Legal Services and Company Secretary
Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:-
The overall responsibility
* Provide secretarial and legal services to the company as well as institute appropriate policies in the legal department.
Key Tasks
* Formulate policies to guide the department and the company on all legal matters.
* Provision of secretarial/legal services to the company.
* Co-ordinating and managing Board activities.
Kenya Industrial Estates Limited, a fully owned Government Development Finance Institution under the Ministry of Industrialization, specializes in promoting industrialization through indigenous enterprise development by championing the development of Micro, Small and Medium Industries throughout the country with specific focus on clustering of industries, rural
industrialization and value addition to locally available raw materials.
We are seeking to recruit suitable qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions that have arisen within the company.
1. Manager - Legal Services and Company Secretary
Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:-
The overall responsibility
* Provide secretarial and legal services to the company as well as institute appropriate policies in the legal department.
Key Tasks
* Formulate policies to guide the department and the company on all legal matters.
* Provision of secretarial/legal services to the company.
* Co-ordinating and managing Board activities.
November 25, 2010
Director Legal Services Job Vacancy at National Environment Management Authority in Kenya
Director Legal Services Job Vacancy at National Environment Management Authority in Kenya
Summary:
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) was established under the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) No. 8 of 1999, as the Principal Instrument of Government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.
The Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following vacant positions;
Description: An officer at this level will be responsible to the Director General and will be the Chief legal Advisor to the Authority.
Specific duties at this level will include but not limited to;
* Secretary to the Board of management
* Providing legal advice to the Authority and ensuring integration of environmental concerns into policy and legislation at all levels;
Summary:
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) was established under the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) No. 8 of 1999, as the Principal Instrument of Government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.
The Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following vacant positions;
Description: An officer at this level will be responsible to the Director General and will be the Chief legal Advisor to the Authority.
Specific duties at this level will include but not limited to;
* Secretary to the Board of management
* Providing legal advice to the Authority and ensuring integration of environmental concerns into policy and legislation at all levels;
November 24, 2010
Latest Deputy Director Legal Services at National Environment Management Authority in Kenya
Latest Deputy Director Legal Services at National Environment Management Authority in Kenya
Summary:
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) was established under the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) No. 8 of 1999, as the Principal Instrument of Government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.
The Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following vacant positions;
Description: An officer at this level will be responsible to the Director Legal Services.
Specific duties at this level will include but not limited to;
* Assisting the Director Legal Services in providing legal advice to the Authority and ensuring integration of environmental concerns into policy and legislation at all levels;
* Assisting the Director Legal services in facilitating the development of procedures and regulations for effective implementation of the Environmental Law;
* Interpreting law and advising on legal matters.
Summary:
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) was established under the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) No. 8 of 1999, as the Principal Instrument of Government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.
The Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following vacant positions;
Description: An officer at this level will be responsible to the Director Legal Services.
Specific duties at this level will include but not limited to;
* Assisting the Director Legal Services in providing legal advice to the Authority and ensuring integration of environmental concerns into policy and legislation at all levels;
* Assisting the Director Legal services in facilitating the development of procedures and regulations for effective implementation of the Environmental Law;
* Interpreting law and advising on legal matters.
November 23, 2010
Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) Managing Director Job Vacancy
Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) Managing Director Job Vacancy
Ref: KP1/12/2010
3 Years Contract
Grade KP I
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 110,000 to Kshs.270,000 per month, exclusive of allowances
Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) is a parastatal under the Ministry of Industrialization established under the Industrial Property Act, 2001.
Its mandate includes; considering applications and granting Industrial Property rights, screening technology transfer agreements and licenses, providing industrial property information for technological and economical development to the public, and promoting inventions and innovations in the country.
The institute plays a leading role in supporting industrialization activities in the country in tandem with Vision 2030.
Job Description
Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Advising the Board on matters related to the implementation of the business of the Institute;
* Ensuring proper management of the institute;
* Implementation of Board policies and decisions;
Ref: KP1/12/2010
3 Years Contract
Grade KP I
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 110,000 to Kshs.270,000 per month, exclusive of allowances
Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) is a parastatal under the Ministry of Industrialization established under the Industrial Property Act, 2001.
Its mandate includes; considering applications and granting Industrial Property rights, screening technology transfer agreements and licenses, providing industrial property information for technological and economical development to the public, and promoting inventions and innovations in the country.
The institute plays a leading role in supporting industrialization activities in the country in tandem with Vision 2030.
Job Description
Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Advising the Board on matters related to the implementation of the business of the Institute;
* Ensuring proper management of the institute;
* Implementation of Board policies and decisions;
November 22, 2010
Full-time Field Program Manager Job Vacancy at International Development Law Organization in Kenya
Full-time Field Program Manager Job Vacancy at International Development Law Organization in Kenya
International Development Law Organization
IDLO is an intergovernmental organization that promotes legal, regulatory, and institutional reform to advance economic and social development in transitional and developing countries.
Closing date: 13 Dec 2010
Location: Kenya - Nairobi
The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) has been providing training and technical assistance to the Kenyan legal and judicial sector for over 20 years, including: training for over 230 Kenyan legal professionals and government officials; technical assistance in forming a Kenyan NGO whose mandate is to continue providing legal training for others; technical assistance in the establishment of the Kenyan Judicial Training Institute and ongoing training technical assistance to the Kenya Investment Authority.
Most recently, IDLO provided assistance to the Committee of Experts on Constitutional Review in the design and drafting of the draft Constitution. Subsequently, and in partnership with a range of civil society organizations, IDLO undertook civic education initiatives to prepare for the Constitutional referendum.
International Development Law Organization
IDLO is an intergovernmental organization that promotes legal, regulatory, and institutional reform to advance economic and social development in transitional and developing countries.
Closing date: 13 Dec 2010
Location: Kenya - Nairobi
The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) has been providing training and technical assistance to the Kenyan legal and judicial sector for over 20 years, including: training for over 230 Kenyan legal professionals and government officials; technical assistance in forming a Kenyan NGO whose mandate is to continue providing legal training for others; technical assistance in the establishment of the Kenyan Judicial Training Institute and ongoing training technical assistance to the Kenya Investment Authority.
Most recently, IDLO provided assistance to the Committee of Experts on Constitutional Review in the design and drafting of the draft Constitution. Subsequently, and in partnership with a range of civil society organizations, IDLO undertook civic education initiatives to prepare for the Constitutional referendum.
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