Judicial Performance Improvement Project Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Judicial Performance Improvement Project Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Republic of Kenya The Judiciary
Judicial Performance Improvement Project (JPIP)
Credit No. 5181-KE
The Government of Kenya has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Judicial Performance Improvement Project (JPIP), (being implemented by the Judiciary of the Republic of Kenya) and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contract for Legal Researchers and Program Officers.
The Judiciary now invites application for the following positions:
1. Position: Programme Officers (2)
Duty Station: Office of the Registrar Supreme Court (Nairobi)
Duration: Two Years Contract Renewable Annually
Reference: JPIP/RSC/PO
Job Summary:
To coordinate, implement, monitor and evaluate the Supreme Court’s Projects in liaison with the Judiciary, Development Partners and Government agencies.
Job Description:

Provision of technical and logistic support to the Supreme Court in coordination, implementation, monitoring and supervision of the Court’s projects;

Ensure timely submission of work plans, budgets, reports and other relevant documents, release of project funds and effective implementation of the project activities;

Produce regular (monthly, quarterly and annually) progress reports (narrative and financial) to the RSC Secretariat on the implementation of project activities for the RSC.

Identify bottlenecks in completing project activities and developing plans to minimise or eliminate such bottlenecks.

Participate in regular (quarterly, annual) planning workshops for activities in the Office of the RSC;

Participate in RSC project task/project teams;

Liaison the Judiciary, development partners and Government agencies;

Maintaining positive relationships with collaborators and other stakeholders including court users committees;

Prepare briefs on diverse topics as requested;

Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the RSC. Qualification and Experience:

A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, (Economics, International Relations, Development Studies) or an equivalent qualification;

At least 2 years’ experience in project or program management duties;

Have strong organizational and reporting skills; must be results oriented, a strong team player with outstanding interpersonal and coordination skills;

Should have the following functional competencies -knowledge management and learning, sharing knowledge and experience and actively working towards continuing personal learning and applying newly acquired skills; development and operational effectiveness;

At least 2 years’ experience in the field of designing concept notes and programmes proposals for funding by development partners, reviews and development of operational plans in general;

Experience in undertaking office administrative duties, monitoring and providing implementation assistance is essential;

Ability to organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignments with minimum supervision;

Experience in project planning, logistics and resource mobilization;

Knowledge and experience of Program Cycle Management processes;

Ability to manage multiple high priority assignments and develop solutions to challenging non- routine problems;

Strong computer skills, specifically hands-on experience in usage of MS-Office, MS Project. 2. Position: Programme Officers (2)
Duty Station: Office of the Registrar High Court (Nairobi)
Duration: Two Years Contract Renewable Annually
Reference: JPIP/RHC/PO
Job Summary:
To enhance ongoing policy formulation and analysis and provide administrative support on projects within the Office of the Registrar High Court.
Job Description:

Depending on the assigned Division, the Program Officer will carry out duties which will include, but not be limited to;

Working closely with the Registrar High Court in managing the delivery of RHC programmes and activities.

To develop work plans, budgets, reports and other relevant documents

Identify bottlenecks in completing project activities and developing plans to minimise or eliminate such bottlenecks.

Produce regular progress reports (monthly, quarterly and annually) to the RHC

Secretariat on the implementation of project activities for the RHC.

Participate in regular (quarterly, annual) planning workshops for activities in the Office of the RHC;

Lead efforts for the mobilization of additional resources for the Office of the RHC;

Participate in RHC project task/project teams;

Liaison the Judiciary, development partners and Government agencies;

Maintaining positive relationships with collaborators and other stakeholders at the national and regional level including court users committees.

Prepare briefs on diverse topics as requested.

Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the RHC. Qualification and Experience:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences (Economics, Development Studies, International Relations) At least 2 years’ experience in project or program management duties;

Have strong organizational and reporting skills; must be results oriented, a strong team player with outstanding interpersonal and coordination skills.

Should have the following functional competencies -knowledge management and learning, sharing knowledge and experience and actively working towards continuing personal learning and applying newly acquired skills; development and operational effectiveness.

At least 2 years’ experience in the field of designing concept notes and programmes proposals for funding by development partners, reviews and development of operational plans in general;

Experience in undertaking office administrative duties, monitoring and providing implementation assistance is essential;

Ability to organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignments with minimum supervision;

Experience in project planning, logistics and resource mobilization;

Knowledge and experience of Program Cycle Management processes;

Ability to manage multiple high priority assignments and develop solutions to challenging non- routine problems;

Strong computer skills, specifically hands-on experience in usage of MS-Office, MS Project. 3. Position: Programme Officers (2)
Duty Station: Office of the Registrar Magistrates Court (Nairobi)
Duration: Two Years Contract Renewable Annually
Reference: JPIP/RMC/PO
Job Summary:
To undertake project management work and provide ongoing support to projects and other tasks for the Registrar, Magistrates Court (RMC).
Job Description:

Working closely with the Registrar Magistrate court in managing the delivery of RMC programmes and activities.

To ensure timely submission of work plans, budgets, reports and other relevant documents, release of project funds and effective implementation of the project activities;

Identify bottlenecks in completing project activities and developing plans to minimise or eliminate such bottlenecks.

Produce regular progress reports (monthly, quarterly and annually) to the RMC

Secretariat on the implementation of project activities for the RMC.

Participate in regular (quarterly, annual) planning workshops for activities in the Office of the RMC;

Lead efforts for the mobilization of additional resources for the Office of the RMC;

Participate in RMC project task/project teams;

Liaison the Judiciary, development partners and Government agencies;

Maintaining positive relationships with collaborators and other stakeholders at the national and regional level including court users committees.

Prepare briefs on diverse topics as requested.

Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the RMC. Qualifications and Experience:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences (Economics, Development Studies, International Relations) At least 2 years’ experience in project or program management duties;

Have strong organizational and reporting skills; must be results oriented, a strong team player with outstanding interpersonal and coordination skills.

Should have the following functional competencies -knowledge management and learning, sharing knowledge and experience and actively working towards continuing personal learning and applying newly acquired skills; development and operational effectiveness.

At least 2 years’ experience in the field of designing concept notes and programmes proposals for funding by development partners, reviews and development of operational plans in general;

Experience in undertaking office administrative duties, monitoring and providing implementation assistance is essential;

Ability to organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignments with minimum supervision;

Experience in project planning, logistics and resource mobilization;

Knowledge and experience of Program Cycle Management processes;

Ability to manage multiple high priority assignments and develop solutions to challenging non- routine problems;

Strong computer skills, specifically hands-on experience in usage of MS-Office, MS Project. 4. Position: Legal Researchers (2)
Duty Station: Office of the Chief Justice (Nairobi)
Duration: Two Years Contract Renewable Annually
Reference: JPIP/CJ/LR
Job Summary:
To provide high level research, administrative support and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the Office of the Chief Justice by providing legal assessments and opinions on relevant issues arising by virtue of the Chief Justice’s role as Head of the Judiciary.
The position is subject to the non-disclosure agreement/oath relating to confidential information.
Job Description:
The scope of services of the assignment will include but not limited to the following:

Conduct comparative legal analyses on a range of issues, identify legal and policy issues, research relevant precedents, and propose appropriate solutions;

Prepare briefs and memoranda on diverse topics, as required;

Engage in special projects such as drafting of a revised Bench book;

Engage in preparatory research on rules, regulations, practice notes and practice directions;

Collaborate with other relevant offices within the Judiciary on the development of research tools and methods, share research insights and ideas, and cross-promote activities;

Assist in drafting proposed legislation, preparing and reviewing reports to be as directed by the Chief Justice;

Perform any other assignments as requested by the Chief Justice. Qualification and Experience:

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree and an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with at least 5 years post-admission expertise and experience in a relevant field of law.

Must demonstrate commitment to the Judiciary’s vision, mission, and values;

Must be result-oriented, team players, exhibiting high levels of enthusiasm, tact, diplomacy and integrity; demonstrate excellent interpersonal and professional skills with the ability to interact with colleagues and other staff.

Must have proven skills in legal research, analysis and writing. Prior experience of working in legal reforms, legislative drafting, legal research and analysis will be an added advantage.

Ability to organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignments with minimum supervision;

Clear written and oral communication skills as well as mature interpersonal, professional relationships;

Knowledge of judicial, legal and policy research methodologies, protocols, theories and practices and the principles and techniques of legal analysis, with the ability to integrate multi-disciplinary methodologies;

Strong computer skills, specifically hands-on experience in usage of MS Office as a minimum.

Experience with web based legal databases is desirable. 5. Position: Legal Researchers (2)
Duty Station: Office of the Registrar Court of Appeal (Nairobi)
Duration: Two Years Contract Renewable Annually
Reference: JPIP/RCA/LR
Job Summary:
To enhance legal research and analysis on a range of judicial, legal, policy issues and administrative and project support within the Court of Appeal. Job Description:
Under the direction of the Registrar of the Court, the Legal Researchers will be responsible for:

Reviewing appeals and applications, analyzing the legal issues, preparing a summary/ memorandum of law concerning each issue raised; developing and implementing a matrix for classifying cases by weight, type, issue, or difficulty so as to assist the President and Registrar in fair assignment of appeals and applications.

Conducting a related case search to identify similar cases dealing with the same or related parties, issues or evidence in the Court of Appeal and alerting the system that the same is under consideration simultaneously by multiple benches.

Reviewing, analyzing, and recommending disposal of substantive and procedural applications, including certificates of urgency and other forms of complex litigation.

Screening cases to identify jurisdictional issues or problems and recommending appropriate ways of disposition including expedited or summary dismissal, orders on case management, alternative dispute resolution techniques or rehearing.

Providing support in case management by attending and assisting the Court in hearings and evaluation of evidence, conduct of judicial conferences, and any other assigned function.

Identifying case management needs and priorities and assisting the President in the formulation of practice directions, review of rules and procedures, and other case management protocols.

Identifying and tracking cases of precedential value or a list of “significant issues” that may soon be decided and alerting the Presidency and the Registry to enable the Court’s members to collegially contribute to jurisprudential development.

Preparing speeches and arranging and attending meetings, collating and distributing information, preparing agenda and taking and drafting minutes.

Assisting the President, Judge or Registrar of the Court with any additional chambers or administrative work including locating legal documents from libraries and on-line legal resources.

Preparing briefs on diverse topics, as required.

Participate in task/project teams.

Perform ad hoc assignments as requested by the Registrar of the Court. Qualification and Experience:

A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.

At least 3 years post admission experience, with a litigation or adjudication background and experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities outlined above;

Must demonstrate commitment to the Judiciary’s vision, mission, and values;

Have strong organizational and reporting skills; must be results oriented, a strong team player with outstanding interpersonal and coordination skills; and possess familiarity with a legal/ judicial environment;

Should have the following functional competencies -knowledge management and learning, sharing knowledge and experience and actively working towards continuing personal learning and applying newly acquired skills; development and operational effectiveness

Demonstrated skills in examining legal and policy analysis;

Ability to organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignments with minimum supervision;

Clear written and oral communication skills as well as mature interpersonal, professional relationships;

Knowledge of judicial, legal and policy research methodologies, protocols, theories and practices and the principles and techniques of legal analysis, with the ability to integrate multi-disciplinary methodologies;

Ability to use of information technologies legal and policy research;

Strong record of professionalism and preparation of policy memorandums and briefs;

Strong computer skills, specifically hands-on experience in usage of MS-Office. How to Apply
Interested candidates may obtain further information from the address below during office hours, 0800 hours to 1700 hours, Monday to Friday, exclusive of holidays.
Applications (clearly marked with reference number and the Position applied for) must be delivered to the address below on or before 2nd December 2014 at 16.30HRs.
Address for delivery and/or obtaining further information.
Integrated Fiduciary Agent (IFA),
Judiciary Performance Improvement Project,
5th floor, Rahimtulla Tower, Upper Hill Road,
Nairobi, Kenya
Or if delivery by post
Addressed and posted to:
Chief Registrar
ATT: Integrated Fiduciary Agent (IFA),
Judiciary Performance Improvement Project,
5th floor, Rahimtulla Tower, Upper Hill Road,
P.O. Box 30041-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya.
Chief Registrar
P. O. Box 30041-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254 2 2221221
Fax: 318172, Kenya, Nairobi
E-mail: chiefregistrar@judiciary.go.ke