Federation of Kenya Employers Industrial Relations Officers Vacancy

The Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) is the national umbrella organization for employers in Kenya and its key mandate is to promote the interests of employers. 

FKE seeks to ensure that national labour and social policy provides an environment favourable to enterprise sustainability and job creation. 

We are seeking to engage a dynamic and results driven professionals to fill the following position.

Industrial Relations Officers

Reporting to the Manager, Industrial Relations, the successful candidates will be responsible for advising employers on all employee relations issues, labour laws and regulations and mediation with a view to maintaining industrial harmony for enhanced productivity.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations process between employers and unions; 
• Advise on all labour and employee relations issues; 
• Represent employers in conciliation meetings/ trade disputes and other Forums; 
• Prepare training materials and deliver training; 

Federation of Kenya Employers Head of Legal Services Vacancy

The Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) is the national umbrella organization for employers in Kenya and its key mandate is to promote the interests of employers. 

FKE seeks to ensure that national labour and social policy provides an environment favourable to enterprise sustainability and job creation.

We are seeking to engage a dynamic and results driven professionals to fill the following position.

Head of Legal Services
 

Reporting to the Chief Manager, Industrial Relations and Legal Services, the successful candidate will be in charge of the Legal Services unit of the Federation and ensuring the effective delivery of quality legal services to clients.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Legal representation in Court, Tribunals and Forums on behalf of members; 
• Giving sound legal advice to Employers on the applicable Laws in Employment and Industrial relations; 
• Drafting and reviewing Contracts, agreements and other legal instruments entered into between the Federation and third parties; 
• Guiding Employers and Workers’ Trade Unions in Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations and facilitating the registration of the duly signed CBA; 
• Training Employers on Labour Laws and Regulations; 
• Providing arbitration services between Employers and Employees’ Unions and/ or individual employees; 

Law firm Jobs

A well established law firm with offices in Nairobi and Mombasa seeks to recruit the following:-

One Personal Assistant

Primary Responsibility: Reporting to the Managing Partner, the Personal Assistant will provide him with executive assistance and offering the required linkage to customer care and communication with the Managing Partner’s clients, employees, visitors and the public in general.

Key Result Areas

• Provide administrative support, maintain records and generate reports with high level of integrity and discretion.
• Maintain the Managing Partner’s diary, book appointments and coordinate his meetings
• Coordinate travel arrangements for the Managing Partner and his family
• Exhibit strong problem-solving and research abilities and the flexibility to coordinate various functions.
• Utilize the IT skills and other electronic tools to prepare presentations.

UNICEF Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist – NO-C

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
 

Kenya Country Office, Nairobi
 

Vacancy Announcement: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist – NO-C
 

Temporary Appointment

Duration: 364 days

Date of Issue: 24 October, 2014

Closing Date: 07 November, 2014

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Temporary Appointment position in the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Section, UNICEF Kenya Country Office
 

Purpose of the Post: Under the guidance and supervision of the Chief of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, the incumbent will be responsible for the implementation of the Kenya Country Office monitoring strategy.

Justification: Embedding children’s rights in the devolved system of governance and results focus underscore the GoK-UNICEF Kenya’s new Country programme 2014-18. 

With the support of key stakeholders, including the Government of Kenya line ministries, departments and agencies, donors, UN agencies and implementing partners, UNICEF Kenya has just completed a five year programme focusing on results for children and is now implementing a new four-year Country Programme 2014-18.

In this context, the UN/UNICEF are being requested by the government to support training and capacity building initiatives in M&E. 

As part of the development of the Country Programme Document (CPD), UNICEF is also focusing on equity programming and increased monitoring to identify bottlenecks and gaps in the environment, access, utilisation and quality of services. 

These processes require increased capacity to generate evidence, data analysis, studies and policy papers as well as real-time monitoring. In order to do this, UNICEF Kenya Country Office (KCO) is looking for an M&E Specialist to strengthen its capacity for support to the national and county governments in M&E planning and implementation as well as systems.

The incumbent will be expected to review existing national practices in M&E and advise on appropriate processes and tools for measuring progress on key interventions to identify bottlenecks towards the realisation of child rights. 

UNDP (United Nations Development Programme) Coordination Associate Job

United Nations Development Programme

UNDP Kenya invites applications for the following position:

Post Title: UN Coordination Associate
 

Contract Type: FTA
 

Grade/Band: G6
 

Direct Supervisor: Head of Resident Coordinator’s Office / Strategic Planning Adviser
 

Duration: One year, renewable subject to funding and performance
 

Background: Under the overall guidance of the UN Resident coordinator and direct supervision of the Head of the Resident Coordinator’s office (RCO), the UN Coordination Associate provides lead support in the operations and execution of

services in the UN Resident Coordinators Office and for the UN Country Team by managing administration, resources and financial management, logistical arrangements, assets of the office and client relations as well as facilitating UN activities implementation.

Required Skills and Experience:
 

Education:

• Completion of Secondary Education. 

Infotrak Research Executives - Market and Social Research- Jobs

Infotrak Research and Consulting is a professional research company that was founded and incorporated under the Laws of Kenya in 2004 following the vision of the founder to provide the Pan African Market with suitable information solutions required to sustain the needs of the ever-growing economies. 

Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, Infotrak also has a hub office for West Africa in Lagos Nigeria and field contacts in more than 20 other countries in Africa. 

The research and consultancy firm, which is currently one of the fastest growing in the region, attributes its rapid growth to not only innovation, high level of professionalism and dynamism, but also to the intricate attention given to providing clients with relevant and user friendly reports.

We are looking for suitable persons to fill the following position:

Research Executives - Market and Social Research 

Ref: IRC/RE/2/2014

Key Responsibilities

• Writing market and social research proposals;
• Designing research methodologies;
• Overseeing implementation of research projects;
• Writing reports.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in social sciences preferably sociology, political science, law, anthropology or marketing. A masters’ degree will be an added advantage;
• At least three years’ experience in desk and field research;
• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• Fluent in English and Swahili. Familiarity with any other foreign language will be added advantage;
• Intelligent, innovative and a team player;
• Computer literacy in Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Familiarity with SPSS will be an added advantage;
• Experience in project management;
• Good presentation skills;

Legal Intern Vacancy

Job Title: Legal Intern
 

Job Description: We are looking for a Legal Intern who is seeking a fast-paced in-house / business environment, has strong attention to detail; works well across different business groups and is able to multitask.  

You will have the opportunity to work across multiple areas, including commercial contracts, intellectual property, marketing, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities may include direct business client contact, policy reviews, legal research, contract review and preparation, and contract database work. 

Skills & Requirements

• 3rd Year Law Student
• Proven ability to manage time
• Ability to complete projects independently and within a set deadline
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confidentiality is required
• Flexibility and willingness to take on new and different projects
• Successful candidate will possess a high attention to detail and be resourceful, flexible, articulate (written and verbal), hard-working and effective at creative problem solving
• Prior corporate or law firm experience and active participation in law school activities preferred

Parliamentary Pupillage Programme, 2015

Republic of Kenya
 

The Parliamentary Service Commission
 

Vacancy No. PPP/PSC/10/2014
 

Position Advertised: Parliamentary Pupillage Programme, 2015
 

The Parliament of Kenya is one of the institutions set out in the Council of Legal Education (Admission) Regulations, 2007 as an institution in which students of the Kenya School of Law may undertake their Pupillage Programme. 

The Parliamentary Service Commission now seeks to engage six (6) highly motivated Kenyans to undertake their Pupillage Programme with the Parliament of Kenya for a period of six (6) months commencing January, 2015.
 

The successful pupils shall be selected from applicants who-
 

(a) possess at least a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree (Upper Second Class Honours) from a recognized University;
 

(b) are admitted to the Kenya School of Law;
 

(c) demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili, as evidenced by a score of at least a “B” plain grade in both subjects;
 

(d) demonstrate a proactive attitude and willingness to learn and to be part of a team handling challenging tasks within strict timelines; and
 

(e) are computer literate.

Speed Capital Legal Officer Vacancy

Vacancy: Legal Officer

Overall Purpose: Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Legal Officer will be responsible for handling perfection of Legal / Credit documentation relating to approved facilities by providing high level quality support to credit division, business teams, and related units. 

The position also provides legal services to the Company in drafting and interpretation of legal instruments, interpretation of various statutes & regulations and give legal opinions on diverse issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Issuance and processing of Facility Letters upon receipt of duly approved Credit Approval, while observing turn-around time and high standards of accuracy.
• Ensure appropriate security documentation on the Institution’s standard forms have been properly prepared before dispatch to the customer.
• Instructing the Institution’s external Lawyers on securities documents to prepare, perfect and register at the various Land and Company registries. Performing liaison role between the functions of the Institution and the lawyers, professional valuers and insurance companies approved by the Institution, ensuring service level agreements agreed are adhered to.
• Liaising with the external legal counsel and other service providers on security documentation process and ensuring that security documentation and other conditions of sanction have been perfected prior to authorizing the drawdown of facilities.
• Liaising with the Branch Managers on all outstanding approval conditions and answering all queries relating to pending compliance certificates.
• Management of legal due diligence and liaising with external legal counsel on all legal matters relating to the company.
• Drafting standard contracts, specialised contracts and correspondences on legal matters, reviewing and negotiating contracts to which the company is a party. Ensuring that all such contract documents and third party contracts are promptly executed.
• Preparing legal cases in conjunction with the external counsel, monitoring progress to ensure prompt resolution of all disputes, follow up on court cases facing the company and attend court hearings on behalf of the company whenever arises.

Kenya Film Classification Board Chief Executive Officer Vacancy

The Kenya Film Classification Board is a State Corporation established under the Film and Stage Plays Act Cap 222 Laws of Kenya with a regulatory function to ensure that films screened to the public are in line with the national aspirations and culture.
 

The Board invites applications from suitable and qualified persons to fill the following position:
 

Chief Executive Officer

KFCB Scale 1 

Ref: KFCB/AD/1/2014
 

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for the implementation of the board’s decisions in a result oriented and timely manner to achieve the board’s objectives. 

The duties and responsibilities shall entail, inter alia:

• Driving the Board’s Vision and Mission through effective and timely implementation of its strategic plan;
• Taking charge of and being the Principal Administrative Officer of the Board’s activities;
• Ensuring effective risk management of the Board and facilitating the establishment and implementation of proper internal financial management monitoring and control systems;
• Facilitating the formulation and implementation of appropriate organization –wide policies, strategies and activities to ensure that the Board pursues and achieves its mandate, objectives and strategic goals v. Coordinating and preparing business related proposals, reports and other submissions;
• Ensuring that there is effective communication between the board and the management as well as between different levels of management;
• Providing leadership direction and overall management of the Board by creating a conducive and motivating organization and work environment ;
• Attending to personnel matters, including organizational structures, appointments, welfare, industrial relations, separation, and effective succession management;
• Ensuring continual improvement in quality and value of services provided by the board;
• Enhancing the organization’s image by fostering corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate citizenship;
• Ensuring compliance with the Constitution of Kenya and any other law relevant in the management of the Board;
• Providing advice, interpretation and enforcement of Films and Stage Plays Act Cap 222; and Kenya Information and Communication (Amendment) Act, 2013 and the subsidiary legislation made under them;
• Reviewing existing legislation and procedures;
• Coordinating all film classification activities;

Original Sigona Enterprises Ltd (Sigona Waters) Jobs

Original Sigona Enterprises Ltd (Sigona Waters): 
This is a medium size company in Kikuyu Sub - County that deals with supply of piped and mineral water, requires:

A) Company Secretary
 

Must be qualified as per section 20 of the Certified Public Secretaries (CPS) Act Cap 534 of the laws of Kenya such qualified persons must be registered members of the institute of certified public secretaries of Kenya (ICPSK)

B) Auditor
 

Should be a registered members of institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)

Trans-Nzoia County Jobs

Republic of Kenya
 

County Government of Trans Nzoia
 

County Public Service Board

Re-Advertisement
The Trans-Nzoia County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions:

1. Chief Legal Officer

1 Post

Job Group R
 

Responsible to the County Secretary for the following duties
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on policy developments, strategic direction and on the interpretation of relevant County legislation.
• Evaluate legal documents to ensure protection of the County.
• Provide legislative support to the County including the preparation of briefs on legislation, and amendments where appropriate.
• Ensure that all County inventions are patented and its rights protected.
• Identify strategic priority areas for legal reform and undertake legal research.
• Represent the County in all legal matters.
• Supervise staff of the County law office.
• Manage the legal division budget.
• Any other duties assigned.

Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor Degree in Law from a recognized university and a diploma from the council of Legal Education

The National Land Commission Deputy Director – Legal Affairs and Enforcement-Vacancy

In pursuant to the provision of Article 67 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and the National Land Commission Act No.5 of 2012, the Commission invites applications from suitable candidates for the following position

Deputy Director – Legal Affairs and Enforcement
 

The Deputy Director, Legal Affairs and Enforcement will be answerable to the Director, Legal Affairs and Enforcement and will provide leadership in litigation and enforcement for the National Land Commission.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all court cases against the Commission.
• Supervise a team of lawyers as they represent the Commission in Court and before Tribunals and in arbitration matters.
• Liaise with the Office of the Attorney General and other State Agencies in litigation matters against the Commission.
• Provide leadership in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) of disputes affecting the Commission and develop a policy on ADR.
• Prepare legal opinions on all legal matters affecting the Commission.
• Assist the Commission in the review of grants and dispositions to public land.
• Prepare a litigation policy for the Commission.
• Develop strategies for enforcement of Commission’s decisions and implement the same.
• Perform additional tasks assigned to him/her by the Director, Legal Affairs and Enforcement.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) from a recognized university in Kenya or in a Commonwealth country.
• A Masters of Law degree (LLM) will be an added advantage

CAK (Competition Authority of Kenya) Manager, Enforcement and Compliance Job

Re-Advertisement: The Competition Authority of Kenya (the Authority) is a statutory Agency established under the Competition Act No.12 of 2010. 

The Authority’s mandate is to promote and safeguard competition and also protect consumers from unfair and misleading market conduct.

The Authority wishes to invite qualified and experienced applicants to fill the following vacant position:
 

Consumer Protection Department

Manager, Enforcement and Compliance

One Post
 

The successful candidate will be reporting to Director - Competition and Consumer Protection
 

Principles Duties
 

a) Cartels and Exemptions Investigations

• Oversee investigation into restrictive trade practices (agreements / concerted practices and abuse of dominance)
• Oversee performance management in the department
• Follow up on the implementation of decision made in liaison with the legal department
• Prepare and submit all monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the department
• Oversee evaluation of applications for exemptions
• Lead the implementation of the strategic plan as appropriate
• Supervise the seconded police/CID officers
• Ensure maintenance of the customer compliments, complaints and enquiries register

b) Policy Development and Stakeholders Management

• Liaise with the Research Policy and Advocacy Division in carrying out economic analysis of RTPs and conducting specific market inquiries;
• Formulate guidelines on restrictive trade practices (agreements, abuse of dominance and exemption applications)
• Liaise with the Legal department to develop relevant regulations and escalate them as appropriate
• Convene RTP cases hearing conference where necessary
• Convene settlement agreement hearing
• Participate in Awareness creation
• Offer advisory services to stakeholders on restrictive trade practices

c) Department Management

• Develop work plans and budgets for the Department for approval
• Oversee the execution of the approved departmental work plans and budgets
• Oversee performance management in the department

CAK (Competition Authority of Kenya) Manager, Consumer Protection Job

Re-Advertisement: The Competition Authority of Kenya (the Authority) is a statutory Agency established under the Competition Act No.12 of 2010. 

The Authority’s mandate is to promote and safeguard competition and also protect consumers from unfair and misleading market conduct.

The Authority wishes to invite qualified and experienced applicants to fill the following vacant position:
 

Consumer Protection Department
 

Manager, Consumer Protection

1 Position
 

Principal Responsibilities
 

a) Policy Development and Consumer Protection

• Oversee investigation of consumer complaints which involves review of reports and making recommendations to the Director
• Develop and oversee implementation of policies and procedures to enable the Department function effectively.
• Oversee the development of consumer protection guidelines and make recommendations to the Director for approval
• Follow up on and ensure compliance with decisions made by the department in liaison with the Legal department
• Develop product information and safety standards
• Issue warning notices to consumers in regards to unsafe goods
• Consult with the Kenya Bureau of Standard in all matters involving definition, specifications and grading of goods by quality
• Ensure maintenance of the customer compliments, complaints and enquiries register
• Conduct consumer awareness surveys and develop a framework to monitor compliance and impact
• Spearhead the development and maintenance of the Authority’s Call Centre

b) Stakeholders Management

• Carry out consumer awareness in liaison with the Communication Unit and other stakeholders
• Spearhead advocacy initiatives for policy change in liaison with Policy Research and Advocacy Division
• Promote for the creation, strengthening and recognition of consumer bodies
• Offer advisory services to stakeholders on consumer affairs

Advocates needed in Nairobi

Our Client in the legal industry is looking to urgently fill the positions of Advocates. Details pertaining to the position are as below:

Position: Advocates (Commercial, Litigation, Intellectual Property etc)

Location: Nairobi
Reports To: Managing Partner
Positions Available: Ten (10)

Requirements

• Law Degree from a recognized institution
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid Practicing Certificate
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role is a must
• Track record of proven performance
• Strong communication and presentation skills (verbal, written)
• Energetic, positive, can-do attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Can work effectively under pressure and with minimum supervision

Do your qualifications and experience meet the above criteria? If so, APPLY NOW by sending a ONE PAGE cover letter and your CV

Legal Officer Vacancy

Vacancy: Legal Officer
 

Overall Purpose: Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Legal Officer will be responsible for handling perfection of Legal / Credit documentation relating to approved facilities by providing high level quality support to credit division, business teams, and related units. 

The position also provides legal services to the Company in drafting and interpretation of legal instruments, interpretation of various statutes & regulations and give legal opinions on diverse issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Issuance and processing of Facility Letters upon receipt of duly approved Credit Approval, while observing turn-around time and high standards of accuracy.
• Ensure appropriate security documentation on the Institution’s standard forms have been properly prepared before dispatch to the customer.
• Instructing the Institution’s external Lawyers on securities documents to prepare, perfect and register at the various Land and Company registries. Performing liaison role between the functions of the Institution and the lawyers, professional valuers and insurance companies approved by the Institution, ensuring service level agreements agreed are adhered to.

Kwale International Sugar Company Legal Officer Job in Kenya

Kwale International Sugar Company: Located in the South Coast of Kenya between Kwale and Ramisi, Kwale International Sugar Company Limited (KISCOL) is in the process of establishing a green field sugar cane estate of 5,000 hectares as well as a processing complex with a capacity of 3000TCD

In line with its vision to be a world class corporate the Company would like to recruit qualified and experienced individuals.

Job Title: Legal Officer
 

Reporting To: Head Of Legal
 

Duty Station: Kwale
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow up of all court cases facing the company and attend any court hearings on behalf of the Company whenever need arises
• Providing legal advice to departmental managers including reviewing legal documentation

Manager Secretarial job in Kenya

Vacancy: Manager Secretarial

Our client is a member firm of one of the world's leading organisations that provide independent assurance, tax and advisory services with a global presence in 127 countries. 

Our client works in 21 countries in Africa and has a regional office in Nairobi. In Kenya, our client offers a broad range of services that include: audit, tax, advisory, outsourcing and secretarial services.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, you will have strong business acumen and will be expected to effectively manage multiple relationships which will include clients, team members and coaches. 

British American Tobacco Regulatory Affairs Manager - Commercial Engagement Vacancy

British American Tobacco
 

Exciting Career Opportunity

We are hiring! We have an exciting opportunity within our Corporate & Regulatory Affairs function.

Job Title: Regulatory Affairs Manager - Commercial Engagement
 

Scope: East and Central Africa
 

Reporting to: Area Head of Corporate & Regulatory Affairs
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya