REF: KNCHR/RC/01/2024
Reports to : Deputy
Director, Research & Compliance
Gross Salary : 141,950.00
Job Purpose
This position is responsible for conducting research
on various human rights issues, reviewing national legislation and policies as
well as monitoring and reporting on the State’s compliance with regional and
international human rights treaties with the objective of informing the
Commission’s interventions in relation to legislation, policy and
implementation of human rights obligations by state and non-state actors.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate the management and enhancement of
partnerships with human rights actors in order to enhance the Commission’s
effectiveness.
Implement the Commissions Research and Compliance
policies, frameworks, procedures, standards, strategies, guidelines and
programs.
Develop and design of data collection tools and
instruments.
Undertake research on topical and emerging human
rights issues including collection, analysis and dissemination of research
findings.
Prepare periodic human rights reports and
publications/ contribute to the participation of the Commission in regional and
international human rights fora, as well as National Human Rights Institutions
networks through advisories and statements.
Monitor and prepare reports on Kenya’s implementation
of ratified treaties and conventions relating to human rights.
Contribute to the Commission’s engagement with Treaty
and Charter based Human Rights Mechanisms and international and regional human
rights organizations/institutions.
Contribute to the periodical re-accreditation of the
Commission by the global networks of National Human Rights Institutions.
Review laws and policies and prepare advisories for
submission to relevant actors.
Undertake the monitoring of the rights of persons
with disabilities in line with the Commission’s role under Article 33(2) of the
UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
Prepare work-plans, budget estimates and reports for
programmatic activities
Skills, Experience and Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree in Law, International Relations
and Diplomacy, or Social Sciences, or other relevant degree from a recognized
university.
3 years of service in a comparable position from a
reputable organization
Demonstrable knowledge in national, regional and
international human rights mechanisms and instruments
Demonstrable knowledge in review of legislation and
policy formulation
Data collection and data analysis skills
Excellent communication (written and oral),
interpersonal and negotiation skills
Ability to work under pressure
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Computer literacy
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the
Constitution of Kenya
How To Apply
If you possess the above qualifications, please apply
online through the KNCHR recruitment portal
