Job Purpose
The position is responsible for the implementation of policies, strategies, procedures, and programs for regulation and capacity building of political parties to ensure compliance with Political Parties Act and other relevant laws.
Job Specification
Duties and responsibilities:
An officer at this level may be deployed to perform compliance functions or political parties capacity building functions.
Under Compliance Department, specific duties and responsibilities will entail:
i. Implement strategies and policies for compliance and regulation of political parties;
ii. Conduct research on compliance and regulation of political parties;
iii. Check the completeness of political parties’ statutory files;
iv. Draft correspondences related to compliance and regulation of political parties;
v. Tracking compliance of political parties in line with the Political Parties Act;
vi. Investigation of complaints and sanctions under the Political Parties Act;
vii. Review statutory documents submitted by political parties; and
viii. Monitor political party nominations and campaigns in line with the Political Parties Act and other relevant laws.
Under Political Parties Capacity Building Department, duties and
responsibilities will entail:
i. Implement policies, procedures and manuals for capacity building of political parties;
ii. Liaise with stakeholders and partners on issues related to political parties capacity building;
iii. Participate in the identification of training gaps within the political parties and propose appropriate programmes;
iv. Participate in the development and implementation of sensitization programmes for political parties and other stakeholders;
v. Liaise with relevant stakeholders on political parties agents training;
vi. Mobilize political parties’ participants for training;
vii. Compile and update a database of trainers of political parties;
viii. Participate in political party’s sensitization activities;
ix. Provide logistical and administrative support for capacity building initiatives;
x. Conduct research to inform development of capacity building curriculum and programmes; and
xi. Prepare and collate relevant periodic reports.
Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –
i. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Laws, Public Administration, Business Administration, Education, Political Science/Social Science, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
ii. Proficiency in Computer Applications; and
iii. Met the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
How to Apply:
1. Qualified persons interested in the above positions can access the role profiles, qualifications and
experience requirements detailed on our website at https://orpp.or.ke/careers/
2. Candidates are requested to make their applications by completing two copies of ORPP job
application form. The application form can be downloaded from the ORPP website
3. Candidates should submit their applications (physical) together with a cover letter, detailed
curriculum vitae, Copy of the National ID, Certified copies of academic and professional certificates,
testimonials, and any other relevant supporting documents to reach the Office on or before, 5.00. pm
March 25th, 2025.
4. Applications should be addressed to:
Registrar of Political Parties
Office of the Registrar of Political Parties
Lion Place, 4th Floor
Karuna Close, Waiyaki Way, Westlands
P. O. Box 1131-00606
NAIROBI
5. The applicant’s envelope should quote the Vacancy Reference Number of the position they are
applying for.
ORPP is an equal opportunity employer.
ORPP 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, women, youth,
the marginalized and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
ORPP DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS SELECTION PROCESS INCLUDING
APPLICATION, INTERVIEWS AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER.
