Programme Officer – Electoral Governance
The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) which was founded in 1992 and registered in Kenya in 1994 with a mandate to entrench human rights and democratic values in the society.
In 2012, the Commission evaluated its 2008-2012 strategic plans and developed an interim strategic plan for 2013-2018 in which it envisions: A human rights state and society and outlines its mission as to foster human rights, democratic values, human dignity and social justice.
This vision and mission will be driven by the goal and new mandate of enhancing human rights centred governance at all levels.
To this end, KHRC seeks to recruit dynamic, organized, motivated and results-oriented individuals.
The positions will be based in Nairobi, with extensive field work mostly within Kenya.
Overall purpose of the job
To contribute to the fulfilment of the organization’s Mission and strategic objectives by providing expertise in various aspects of electoral governance in line with KHRC’s policies and procedures and in support of our innovative and ground-breaking work in human rights.
Contractual Period:
One year renewable contract based on performance and funding
Target Group:
National, regional and international level grants makers and development partners.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Senior Programme Officer, Civil and Political Rights, the Programme Officer will:
1. Electoral Governance Work
Lead in monitoring elections and analyzing both the results and the electoral processes to ensure compliance with standards for free and fair elections.
Lead in the development of a framework on best practices in elections management by key state and non-state actors.
Develop/ Publish a Case Digest on Electoral Litigation and Dispute Resolution in Kenya.
Conduct an annual assessment of key institutions essential to elections management in Kenya.
Examine the determination of elections related disputes by judicial and quasi-judicial bodies since the ratification of the constitution in 2010.
2. Public Participation
Conduct research on best practices in public participation.
Develop legislative framework on public participation. Conduct consultative dialogue forums with key stakeholders on best practices in public participation. Monitor and report on the status of public participation at the national government and in select county governments. In collaboration with the PO Devolution, monitor and report on the status of public participation at the national government and in select county governments
3. Strategic Advocacy on Democracy and Electoral Governance
Work with relevant state and non-state actors in select countries to monitor and observe electoral processes.
Work with other key actors to develop a sub-regional, regional and international legal frameworks on elections, democracy and participation.
Lead in promoting substantive participation at the Human Rights Council on democracy and electoral governance.
Foster strategic partnerships with key sub-regional and regional CSOs in Africa.
4. Supervise researchers, interns and other staff or human resources assigned to this project.
5. Ensuring timely reporting and accountability in line with KHRC’s schedules and policies.
6. Undertaking other tasks and interventions as may be assigned from time to time by your immediate supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in Law, Political Science or other related disciplines.
A minimum 3-4 years of related experience preferably in the NGO sector. Previous exposure to work at the regional or international levels will be an added advantage.
Ability to network with or develop a broad array of partnerships with both state and non-state actors.
Proven track record in undertaking research, policy/legislative work and advocacy on governance and human rights issues.
Demonstrable experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods including experience of developing human rights-based indicators.
Demonstrable experience working with or coordinating partners with community and national levels organizations and networks.
Good understanding of programmes and project management.
Willing to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision;
Personal Attributes and Skills
Passionate and committed to human rights including respect for diversity, integrity and transparency.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player.
Results-driven, flexible, analytical and a practical problem solver.
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
Ability to fundraise and mobilize resources.
How to apply
If you believe you fit the profile, submit your application and CV detailing your suitability for the post and including daytime telephone contact and three referees, preferably your current or previous line managers to vacancies@khrc.or.ke quoting the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.
The closing date for this position is on Sep 26, 2013.
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