Director, Enviromental Policy Research & Regulations – Ministry Of Environment, Climate Change & Forestry 52 views

Position: Director Enviromental Policy Research

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.143, 640 – Ksh 262,420 p.m. (CSG 5)
• House Allowance: Ksh 49,206 – KSH 60,000 p.m.
• Commuter Allowance: Ksh 20,000 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

Director Enviromental Policy Research, a candidate must have:-

(i) served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the level of Deputy Director, Environment, CSG 6 or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service.

(ii) A bachelor’s degree in the following fields: Environmental studies, Law, Environment Planning and Management, Forestry, Agriculture, Aquatic Sciences, and Natural Resource Sciences and or equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya.

(iii) A master’s degree in the following fields: Environmental Law, Environmental Studies, Environment Planning and Management, Forestry, Economics, Statistics, Agriculture, Aquatic Sciences, and Natural Resource Sciences or equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya.

(iv) a Membership to a relevant professional body (where applicable).

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

(vi) demonstrated understanding of the National development goals.

Duties and Responsibilities FOR Director Enviromental Policy Research

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include: –

(i) policy formulation and review of relevant policies, regulations, guidelines and initial amendments of Act that affect environment and natural resources and emerging environment changes.

(ii) coordinating the development of thematic policy and research strategies

(iii) spearheading mainstreaming of environmental issues into sectorial policies.

(iv) coordinating the development of frameworks to monitor the implementation of environmental and natural resources policies.

(v) coordinating collaborative research and surveys on environmental policy issues.

(vi) coordinating partnerships and collaboration to undertake policy reviews and development,

(vii) spearheading capacity building to stakeholders on environmental policy issues

(viii) coordinating resource mobilization initiatives for policy development and review.

(ix) guiding the Environmental sector and Intergovernmental Steering Committee in validating policy instruments with countries and stakeholders.

(x) coordinating the development of cabinet Memoranda on environmental policy initiatives.

(xi) parliamentary liaison in supporting the environmental sector Agenda; and

(xii) coordinating development and regular updating of environmental Master Plans

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)