The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has announced a vacancy for the position of Commission Secretary and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
In a notice on August 27, the Commission invited applications from suitably qualified and experienced Kenyan citizens to fill the position, which comes with a five-year contract renewable once.
“A vacancy has arisen for the position of Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer. The Commission therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced Kenyan citizens,” said KNCHR.
The Commission stated that the successful applicant will be based in Nairobi, with occasional travel, and will report to the KNCHR Chairperson. The salary and benefits will be determined in accordance with guidelines set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).
Requirements for the KNCHR CEO Position
According to the notice, applicants must be Kenyan citizens and hold a degree from a university recognized in Kenya.
Candidates must have at least 10 years of proven management-level experience and satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.
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KNCHR further requires candidates to have a Master’s degree in a relevant field and demonstrable experience in areas including human rights, governance, public administration, management, finance, political science, or related disciplines.
Applicants should also have at least five years of senior management experience, preferably in a public institution or comparable organization, as well as a senior leadership course of at least six weeks from a recognized institution.
Responsibilities of the Commission Secretary and CEO
The appointed person will serve as the Chief Executive Officer of KNCHR, Head of the Secretariat, and Secretary to the Commission.
The CEO will also serve as the Commission’s Accounting Officer and Authorized Officer, providing strategic leadership and ensuring the effective implementation of KNCHR’s mandate, policies, decisions, and strategic plan.
The position will involve overseeing the Commission’s day-to-day operations, implementing policies and annual work plans, and leading institutional development, programme implementation, partnerships and resource mobilization.
The CEO will also be responsible for promoting good governance, integrity and professionalism, ensuring the effective management of financial and human resources, and overseeing the preparation and implementation of annual budgets and financial statements.
The office holder will further represent KNCHR before national, regional and international stakeholders and help strengthen staff capacity, performance management and organizational culture.
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How to Apply for the KNCHR CEO Position
KNCHR said interested candidates can access the full vacancy requirements through its Careers section and submit their applications online through the Commission’s recruitment portal.
Applicants must submit a signed application letter, a detailed curriculum vitae with contact details for at least three referees, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, a valid identification document, and relevant statutory clearance certificates.
Applications should be addressed to the Chairperson, Kenya National Commission on Human Rights and submitted on or before Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EAT.
KNCHR said it is committed to fair competition, merit, diversity and equal opportunity, and encouraged qualified women, persons with disabilities, people from marginalized communities and minority groups, and intersex persons to apply.
The Commission also warned applicants that it does not engage recruitment agents and does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Report any attempt to solicit payment to KNCHR or the police.
“KNCHR is committed to the constitutional principles of fair competition and merit, diversity and equal opportunity. Qualified women, persons with disabilities, persons from marginalized communities and minority groups, and intersex persons are encouraged to apply,” stated KNCHR.
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