Sign Language Interpreter/Debraillist
REF: NGEC/13/2013-1 Post
Location: Headquarters
Duration: Five years contract renewable
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- To provide Kenyan sign language interpreting services during meetings, workshops, seminars and conferences, communication between the commission and the deaf persons;
- May be assigned programme work as and when required;
- Debrailing all print materials by use of a braille embosser;
- Management of programme calendar and maintenance of accurate filing and retrieval system;
- Compiling briefs and other written and brailed materials;
- Any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by the Commission.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Be a citizen of Kenya of good standing;
- Holder of a Diploma sign language from a recognized institution in Kenya
- At least four (4) years’ interpreting experience;
- Proven track of adherence to Sign Language Interpreter Certificate;
- Must attach at least two letters of recommendation from organization of persons who are deaf one of which should be registered as a national organization.
- Must demonstrate excellent understanding of the Commission’s mandate that include working with special interest groups including minorities and marginalized persons, women, persons with disabilities and children;
- Must possess good report writing and presentation skills;
- Must have good understanding of organizational and analytical skills;
- Must be computer literate
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit their application, stating your county together with detailed Curriculum Vitae; a copy of National Identity Card and certified copies of Academic Certificates, Testimonials and other relevant supporting documents to:-
The Commission Secretary/CEO
National Gender and Equality Commission
NSSF Building, Block A, Eastern Wing, 24 floor
P O Box 27512-00506
Nairobi
All applications should reach the Commission on or before 29th April 2013, (latest by 5.00pm) through physical delivery or post office.
The envelop should clearly indicate the position and the reference number.
The applicants who had applied for the regional gender coordinators as advertised on 22nd March 2012 should re-apply.
All applicants should state their present salary and the expected salary and names of three (3) referees with their contacts.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Commission is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from marginalized, minority and vulnerable groups , men and women, youth and person with disabilities.
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