Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -


Coordinating the development and implementation of the labor and industrial relations strategy;
Leading in the preparation of the divisional annual work plan;
Leading the development of policies, systems and procedures that contribute to the legal framework to strengthen the provision of industrial relations services;
Coordinating the implementation of the division’s budget;
Leading in the preparation, implementation and submission of the divisional


Quarterly Reports;


Coordinating the sensitization of the staff on all labour and industrial relations risks arising from legal suits and policies and procedures executed by the Commission;
Organizing and coordination of research on the best labour practices, labour instruments, conventions, labour laws in the labour market;
Coordinating the provision of legal advisory services on labour and industrial relations matters, registered disputes and Management of employee discipline procedures and process;Coordinating the development of legal advisory opinions to the Commission Secretary;
Coordinating the preparation of Board Papers on labour and industrial matters;
Coordinating the preparation of Recognition and Collective Agreements in liaison with relevant stakeholders;
Developing and implementing industrial relations strategies that foster harmonious industrial relations between the Commission and its social partners;
Coordinating the drafting and submission of Parliamentary responses by different service areas of the Commission;
Coordinating engagements with social partners, relevant state and nonstate agencies on all matters related to industrial relations;
Coordinating the management of all Trade Disputes, Union and employee grievances and develop comprehensive alternative dispute resolution mechanisms on behalf of the Commission; and
Supervising and guiding employees for optimum performance.


Requirements for Appointment


For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -
Served in the grade of Assistant Director -Legal Services/Labour and Industrial Relations for a minimum period of three (3) years OR Six (6) years’ experience in a comparable position;
Bachelor of Law Degree (LLB) from a recognized institution;
Master’s degree will be an added advantage;
Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
Membership to the Law Society of Kenya in good standing;
Valid Advocates Practicing certificate;
Certificate in a Leadership Course or equivalent qualification lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;


The terms and remuneration benefits for this Grade:


Basic Salary Scale: Kshs.192,782 – Kshs.288,051
House Allowance: Applicable rates
Commuter Allowance: Kshs.14,000
Leave Allowance: As provided in TSC Secretariat
Annual Leave: 30 working days per calendar year
Medical Cover: As provided in the TSC Secretariat Medical Scheme
Terms of Service: Five (5) years contract renewable once subject to satisfactory performance.