Deputy Director, Multi-Lateral Environmental Agreements ( Post 2 ) – Ministry Of Environment, Climate Change & Forestry 54 views

Position: Deputy Director Environmental Agreements

Job Description

The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.

• Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.102, 860-Ksh 172,350 p.m. (CSG 6)
• House Allowance: Ksh 21,508-KSH 50,000 p.m.
• Commuter Allowance: Ksh 16,000 p.m.
• Leave Allowance: As provided in the Civil Service
• Annual Leave: 30 working days per financial year
• Medical Cover: As provided by the Government
• Terms of Service: Permanent and pensionable.

Deputy Director Environmental Agreements, a candidate must have:

(i) served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Assistant Director, Multi-Lateral Environmental Agreements, CSG 7 or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service;

(ii) a bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Environmental Science, Law, Natural Resources Management, Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Biological Sciences or equivalent qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya.

(iii) a master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Environmental Science, Law, Natural Resources Management, Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Biological Sciences or equivalent qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya.

(iv) demonstrated professional competence, managerial and leadership capabilities as reflected in work performance and results; and

(v) demonstrated understanding of the National development goals,

Duties and Responsibilities for Deputy Director Environmental Agreements

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include: –

(i) coordinating the development, implementation and review of Multi-Lateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) policies, strategies, guidelines regulations and procedures.

(ii) coordinating issues related to environmental conventions: Including International Agreements and regional protocols, in liaison with relevant government ministries, lead agencies and stakeholders.

(iii) coordinating the design and review of strategies for domestication of Multi-Lateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs), protocols and conventions.

(iv) guiding domestication of environmental agreements in line with national policies, legislation, development plans and Programmes;

(v) initiating development of country position and background papers for negotiation and presentation in national, regional and international fora.

(vi) guiding preparation of status reports on ratification of Multi-Lateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) and their implications.

(vii) facilitating mainstreaming of International Environmental Conventions, protocols and agreements in the national environment agenda (policies, strategies, national Environmental Action Plans) in liaison with other ministries, lead agencies and stakeholders.

(viii) analyzing the evolving and emerging national, regional and international Environmental governance issues to inform policy.

(ix) coordinating liaison between the Ministry, UNEP and office of the Permanent Representative to UNEP (Kenya), and other UN agencies collaborating in development and implementation of Multi-Lateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs).

(x) coordinating development of information, educational and communication (IEC) material on MEAS; and

(xi) coordinating development and production of report, success stories, documentations, best practices and periodic reports as per conventions requirements.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Commission website: www.publicservice.go.ke or jobs portal: www.psckjobs.go.ke

Send an email to: [email protected]. Please include your ID /Passport Number and full name, or call the following numbers: Landline: +254 (020) 2223901, 254 20 2227471 Call Centre: 020 4865000

Please Note:

(i) Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.

(ii) Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.

(iii) Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

(iv) The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.

THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

(v) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.

(vi) It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.

(vii) Serving officers shall be required to avail original letters of appointment to the current substantive posts during the interviews.

Applications should reach the Commission on or before 4 th June, 2024 (Latest 5 pm East African Time)