Muslims for Human Rights (MUHURI) NGO Jobs in Kenya

Muslims for Human Rights (MUHURI) is a Non Governmental Organization (NGO) based at the Coast Province of Kenya.

It was established in 1997 to promote the struggle for human rights with a view to contributing towards the national and international struggle to promote and protect the enjoyment of human rights and civil liberties by all.

Following the review of its Strategic Plan, MUHURI has reorganized its work force and identified new positions to be filled under its Administration and Programmes Department.

The organization therefore wishes to fill in the following vacancies:

1. Human Rights Officers
(3 Positions as Follows: 2 From Taita Taveta County; 1 From Kilifi County [Malindi Specifically])

The HRO is responsible for planning and implementing MUHURI's activities at the community level in addition to coordinating MUHURI's networks at the grassroots.

The HRO will also be responsible for providing timely and relevant information to the secretariat, partners and stakeholders.

Terms of Reference for Human Rights Officers

1. To undertake all organisation's activities at the community level
2. To mobilize communities on matters of human rights, constitution and good governance
3. To ensure the existence of a vibrant network of civil society organizations in area of work
4. To support information and experience sharing amongst key actors at the community level
5. To ensure proper documentation and reporting of community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Diploma in community development or relevant field
• At least two (2) years of proven experience working with communities
• Must reside within the community applying for Possess report writing skills
• Good knowledge and understanding of human rights
• Proven track record in community mobilization
• Knowledge of local language
• Age: 35 years and below

2. Administrative Assistant
(1 Position)

Working under the administration department, the Administrative Assistant will work towards ensuring the proper administration of MUHURl office and assist the Administrative Officer as and when necessary.

Terms of Reference for Administrative Assistant

• Be in charge of stationery and records thereof
• Manage conference and travel bookings
• Manage and ensure servicing of office equipment
• Manage petty cash
• Filing

Qualification

• A diploma in administration, NGO management or relevant field
• At least one year experience in similar working environment
• Knowledge of computers
• Good oral and writing skills

3. Secretary/Receptionist
(1 Position)

Working under the administration department, the Secretary/Receptionist will work towards ensuring the proper administration of MUHURI's front office and assist the Administrator as and when necessary.

Terms of Reference for Secretary/Receptionist

• Receive all guests
• Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail
• Receive and make calls
• Manage reception area
• Organizing for internal meetings

Qualification

• A diploma in Secretarial studies or other relevant field
• At least two years experience in similar working environment
• Knowledge of MS Office is mandatory
• Good oral and writing skills

Applications enclosing Curriculum vltae (CV) and copies of relevant certificates should be forwarded to:

The Executive Director
Muslims for Human Rights (MUHURl)
P.O. Box 42261
80100 Mombasa

E-mail: muhuri@swiftmombasa.com

Deadline for submission of applications is 12th November 2010.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NB: MUHURl is an equal opportunity employer and persons of all religions are encouraged to apply