Ministry Of Environment Policy Expert Job 2021

Governance, Policy and Regulations Expert Job, Other Professions,

Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Project Manager, and in  close liaison with the UNDP Country Office and Regional Technical Advisor for  Chemicals and Waste, the Governance, Policy and Regulations Expert will have  the overall responsibility for the provision of strategic and operational leadership  of an advocacy strategy to deliver impact in relation to the ASGM Sector. 

Terms of Engagement: The position shall be on an initial twelve (12) months  contract with possibility for extension.  

Responsibilities

∙ Provide strategic and operational leadership on development and  implementation of an advocacy strategy to deliver impact in relation to  the ASGM; 

∙ Lead the process of designing a clear advocacy programme for ASGM; 

∙ Analyse sector policies in order to generate evidence on their impact on  the rights of those who are marginalised and excluded in ASGM sector; 

∙ Identify priorities for policy actions and regulatory frameworks to be  implemented in the 6 project sites in order to identify gaps that would 

advance formalization of ASGM sector and phase out the use of mercury  in ASGM gold processing; 

∙ Spearhead policy monitoring and analysis for the overlaps, gaps, un clarities and needs for gender mainstreaming prepared and agreed upon  in focus groups; 

∙ Support initiatives of local actors to influence and contribute to policy and  strategy development on ASGM sector that promote the phase out of mercury use on gold processing; 

∙ Conduct assessment of the capacities of stakeholders involved in the  management of ASGM sector; and  

∙ Work with and support other ASGM sector stakeholders through training to  identify sector capacity needs required to advance the formalization of  ASGM and promote non mercury alternatives in gold processing. 

Qualifications

• University degree in Law, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Political Science,  International Development or related subjects; and 
• Master’s degree in any of the above areas;  
• In addition the applicant should have:- 
• At least ten years of experience in Policy Research, Analysis and  production of high level research reports; 
• Two (years) of which must have been in environment  programmes/projects or activities related to hazardous waste; and 
• Demonstrated experience of having worked in a policy and political environment with sound judgment, sensitivity and in-depth  understanding of the functioning and relationships of key players.
• Good verbal and written Communication Skills in English and  Kiswahili; 
• Good interpersonal skills; 
• Good understanding of the Policy Formulation and Implementation  cycle; 
• Experience in Policy Research, Production of high level research  reports and making public presentations; and 
• Sound Knowledge of chemicals management, mercury use in gold  mining. 
• Experience/knowledge in environmental projects related to hazardous waste or closely related area; 
• Experience/ knowledge in reducing mercury in ASGM sector; and
• PHD in Law, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Political Science,  International Development or related subjects. 

How to apply

1. Download the specific job requirements for the positions from the Ministry of  Environment and Forestry Website page www.environmment.go.ke, read this  carefully as it lists the skills, knowledge and qualifications required. 
2. Fill in each section of the Bio – Data Form clearly in typed, block letters. 
3. The Bio-Data Form must be accompanied with an Application Letter, detailed  Curriculum Vitae, Certified Copies of Academic Certificates, National Identify Card,  and Testimonials. 
4. All applications should be addressed to, The Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of  Environment and Forestry, P.O. Box 30126, 00100 NAIROBI. 
5. In Submitting the applications, Applicants can; 
6. Email their applications, in Ms Word or PDF; to  recruitment@environment.go.ke with the position Title as the subject; or 
7. Drop a hard copy; in sealed envelope at the Ministry’s (Main) Registry on 13th Floor, NHIF Building, or 

• Post a hard copy; 
• With the position title clearly indicated at the left hand corner of the envelope.
• The closing date for all applications is 8th June, 2020 at close of business (5pm). Late  applications shall NOT be considered. 
• The Ministry of Environment and Forestry is an Equal Opportunity employer: Women, Minorities, Marginalized and Persons Living with Disability (PWD) are  encouraged to apply. 
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 
• Any form of canvassing will lead to Automatic Disqualification.