FIDA Kenya Senior Legal Counsel Programme Officer and Administrative Assistant Job in Kenya

FIDA Kenya seeks to recruit suitable candidates to fill the following vacant positions:-

Senior Legal Counsel

(to be based in the Mombasa Office)

FIDA Kenya seeks to recruit a Senior Legal Counsel, who will be responsible for the day to day running of the Mombasa office.

Duties:-
Oversees the day to day running of the Mombasa legal aid clinic
Prepare court strategies in consultation with Head of Programmes
Supervise legal counsel and other support staff within the team
Makes interventions and petitions on behalf of the public in gender related issues
Provide legal advice to FIDA clients
Conduct mediation between parties
Prepare pleadings, proofs of evidence and legal briefs
Court attendance
Liaise with other NGO's, Government departments and relevant bodies in gender related cases.
Minimum Qualifications and Attributes:-

The ideal candidate should at least posses the following qualifications and attributes:-
Advocate of the High Court with over seven (7) years experience. (Masters Degree in Law will be an added advantage).
Should have proven management capabilities,
Should have knowledge of program planning, designing, monitoring & evaluation and financial management skills,
Must possess strong writing skills, proficiency in computers, organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Should be able to work under pressure
Wide knowledge and experience in gender & women's rights Issues.
Results oriented, creative and innovative
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Must be a good team player, highly self motivated & self driven.
Program Officer, Transformative Justice Team

(to be based in the Nairobi Office)

Duties:-
Analyzing proposed laws and policies for gender responsiveness.
Commissioning, supervising, editing and managing researches undertaken by consultants.
Preparing position papers and making presentations in forums on gender and women's rights.
Organizing and facilitating in workshops on constitutional, transitional justice, legislative and policy advocacy.
Preparing memoranda to different authorities on policy reform.
Developing policy briefs and other I.E.C materials on gender related subjects.
Internal and external reporting to donors and other partners.
Maintaining FIDA Kenya networks related to the program.
Undertake any other tasks as commensurate with the post.
Minimum Qualifications and Attributes:-

The ideal candidate should at least posses the following qualifications and attributes:-
A University degree preferably a Bachelor of Law Degree.
At least three years experience in human rights work.
Demonstrated knowledge in women's rights and community work.
Proficiency in computers, organizational and analytical skills.
Proven excellent writing, documentation and editorial skills.
Strong interpersonal communication skills and good presentation skills.
Must be a good team player, highly self motivated and self driven.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and set priorities.
Administrative Assistant

(to be based in the Kisumu Office)

Duties:-
Manage incoming and outgoing telephone calls.
Manage the reception.
Manage incoming and outgoing mail including courier.
Create and maintain an effective filing system.
Deal with correspondence, reports and pleadings including drafting, typing and ensuring follow-up.
Coordinate provision of utilities and stationery.
Provide financial budgeting and requisitions.
Maintain proper financial records.
Assist in the planning and preparation of meetings, conferences and workshops.
Oversees service and maintenance of office furniture/ equipment.
Maintain efficiency of operations at the office through prompt payment of bills.
Responsible for ensuring a clean working environment for all staff and clients through adequate supervision of office cleaning.
Minimum Qualifications and Attributes:-
Experience of working in a non-governmental organisation.
Must have information technology skills and be proficient in microsoft office applications.
Ability to maintain proper petty cash.
A clear understanding of basic office administration. Basic knowledge of accounting.
KATC qualifications are an added advantage.
Strong interpersonal communication skills and pleasant personality.
Must be a good team player, highly self motivated and self driven.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and set priorities.
Interested candidates who fully meet the above criteria should send their applications along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating expected salary and their daytime contact, addressed to the undersigned to be received by 5.00p.m. 22nd August 2011.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

FIDA Kenya is an equal opportunity employer.

The Executive Director
Federation of Women Lawyers-Kenya
Amboseli Road, off Gitanga Road
P.O Box 46324-00100
Nairobi

Email: info@fidakenya.org