The Judiciary is one of the three State organs established under Chapter 10, Article 159 of the Constitution of Kenya. It establishes the Judiciary as an independent custodian of justice in Kenya. Its primary role is to exercise judicial authority given to it, by the people of Kenya. The institution is mandated to deliver justice in line with the Constitution and other laws. It is expected to resolve disputes in a just manner with a view to protecting the rights and liberties of all, thereby facilitating the attainment of the ideal rule of law

Job Purpose:

The job holder will be responsible for the implementation of the Judiciary protocol processes, procedures, standards and guidelines.

Reporting Responsibilities : The job holder is responsible to the Registrar Kenya Judiciary Academy.

Area of Deployment: Kenya Judiciary Academy Secretariat (KJA)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implementing Judiciary protocol processes, procedures, standards and guidelines
• Planning and organizing of incoming and outgoing visits;
• Maintaining contacts of local and foreign stakeholders;
• Coordinating protocols of all VIP ceremonies, meetings and special events;
• Organizing and coordinating of official events;
• Coordinating processing of passports and other travel documents;
• Receiving, accompanying and seeing off official delegations and guests;
• Maintaining linkages with other institutions and stakeholders;
• Engaging with government officials and other stakeholders on events planning; and
• Preparing periodic departmental reports

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, the applicant must have: –

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following social sciences disciplines: Public Relations, Communication, Diplomacy, or International Relations, any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• A Professional Diploma qualification in any of the Following: Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Corporate Communication or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized university-institution;
• A Senior Management Course from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer application.
• Membership to a relevant professional body with good standing

Experience:

• Minimum of Six (6) Years relevant work experience with at least three (3) years at Supervisory or Management Level

Job Core Competencies:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Leadership & Good interpersonal skills;
• Confidentiality, High Integrity, attention to details and accuracy;
• Analytical & Negotiation Skills; and
• Organizational, planning skills and Results-oriented.