CALL FOR SEXUAL AND GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE MONITORS

In line with our mission of promoting women's individual and collective power to claim
their rights in all spheres of life, and with the
support of our development partners, we
plan to observe and monitor violence against women in the forthcoming general
elections. We are in the process of recruiting sexual and gender-based violence against
women in elections monitors across the 47 counties in Kenya.

The gender dimension of political violence in Kenya constitutes a major risk factor for
the perpetration of SGBV committed during election processes. Violence against
women in elections, VAWE, is considered a form of violence that hinders the realization
of women's political rights in electoral contexts. It comprises several types of violence,
including harassment, intimidation, psychological abuse, sexual violence, and physical
attacks, directed to women with different roles in the electoral process, such as voters,
candidates, party supporters, observers, electoral administrators, or public officials,
among others.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Violence Against Women in Elections Monitors will be expected to undertake the
following tasks;
1. Attend a mandatory training to be conducted by FIDA-Kenya on the specified
date(s).
2. Use the monitoring tools provided by FIDA-Kenya to collect factual information on
VAWE in the assigned county.
3. Follow up and report on any VAWE violations in the assigned county.
4. Attend campaign forums in a bid to gather information concerning human rights
compliance and violations.
5. Furnish FIDA-Kenya with reports on the status of human rights concerning sex and
gender-based violence especially against women in the assigned county on
specified timelines.
6. Keep in safe custody equipment and/or materials provided by FIDA-Kenya for use in
the project and return them to the designated officer upon the conclusion of the
project or on-demand.
7. Assist and accompany the FIDA-Kenya team visiting the Monitor’s assigned county
during planned or unplanned missions.
8. Submit a final report concerning human rights compliance of the respective county
at the end of the contract period.
9. Perform any other duty as may be assigned.
Requirements

Post-Secondary School Education Certificate, a Diploma shall be an added

advantage.
Experience in Social Sciences, paralegal studies, or any other related field.
A minimum of one (1) year of active experience in the field of human rights, research,
or social work
Must be a Resident in the County of choice for deployment .
Good understanding of the local languages in addition to English and Kiswahili.
Excellent written, oral, and IT skills, with working knowledge of the Microsoft Office
Tools.
MUST have either a laptop or a smartphone.
A good understanding of the political and social dynamics of the respective county.
Capacity to engage local leaders, security officials, elders, youth, and women on
issues relating to human rights, SGBV, and electoral processes
Good etiquette and strong interpersonal skills.
Past role in monitoring elections will be an added advantage.
Shortlisted candidates shall be required to submit a letter from their area Chief or
Religious leader in support of the candidates good standing in society.

Duration
The initial contract period will be for a period of six (6) months

Allowance
The position attracts a monthly allowance of Kenya Shillings 35,000/= that shall cover
the monitor's transport needs, meals, and communication.

Method of Application

If you possess or meet the above qualifications, send your application letter titled, SGBV
IN ELECTIONS MONITOR, together with a detailed CV, names, and telephone contacts
of three referees, indicating your county and sub-county of choice to reach us by
25th February 2022 through the email address: elections@fidakenya.org

The cover letter should be addressed as follows;

The Executive Director,

Federation of Women Lawyers in Kenya, FIDA-Kenya.
Amboseli Road, Off Gitanga Road, Lavington,
Nairobi.

Please note that it is a criminal offense to provide false information and documents in the
application.
FIDA-Kenya is an equal opportunity employer. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.