Essential Job Details

• Employer: Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya
• Positions Available: 6
• Application Deadline: 10th June 2025
• Application Portal: SRC E-Recruitment Portal
• Mode of Application: Online only (no hard copy or email applications accepted)

Introduction

The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) invites applications from dynamic, qualified, and competent professionals to fill key positions within the organization. These openings offer outstanding career development opportunities in Kenya’s public sector remuneration regulatory body. SRC plays a critical role in managing public service compensation in line with principles of fairness, equity, fiscal sustainability, and transparency.

This recruitment cycle includes re-advertised and new roles in legal, job evaluation, collective bargaining, research, procurement, and finance. Successful candidates will contribute to national policy formulation, salary structure development, collective bargaining negotiation, and public sector accountability.

About the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)

SRC is an independent constitutional Commission established under Article 230 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. Its core mandate is to set and regularly review the remuneration and benefits of all State officers and advise the national and county governments on the remuneration and benefits of all other public officers.

SRC is guided by the principles of equity, fairness, and sustainability. The Commission fosters transparency and accountability in compensation policies and ensures that remuneration aligns with national development goals, labor productivity, and the overall public interest.

Available Positions

1. Principal Legal Officer – Job Grade RL4 (Re-advertised)

• Number of Positions: 1
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide legal advisory services to the Commission
  • Draft and vet contracts, legal opinions, and policy instruments
  • Represent the Commission in legal proceedings
  • Ensure institutional compliance with statutory and constitutional obligations
  • Support internal governance processes
• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Law (Kenya School of Law)
  • Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate
  • Minimum 8 years post-admission experience, with at least 3 at a supervisory level

2. Senior Officer, Collective Bargaining Negotiations – Job Grade RL5 (Re-advertised)

• Number of Positions: 1
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Analyze and negotiate Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs)
  • Advise on public sector labor relations and union engagements
  • Conduct salary benchmarking and compensation reviews
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure harmonized wage structures
• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Economics, Law, or related field
  • At least 5 years of relevant work experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge of labor laws and wage negotiation mechanisms

3. Senior Officer, Research, Monitoring and Evaluation – Job Grade RL5 (Re-advertised)

• Number of Positions: 1
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct research on public compensation trends
  • Design and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks
  • Generate policy briefs, analytical reports, and statistical dashboards
  • Evaluate impact of SRC’s programs and initiatives
• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy or related discipline
  • At least 5 years’ experience in research or M&E in public or donor-funded projects

4. Senior Officer, Job Evaluation and Salary Structures – Job Grade RL5

• Number of Positions: 1
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Implement job evaluation exercises and review salary structures
  • Analyze job grading systems and recommend policy changes
  • Develop salary guidelines for public sector institutions
  • Support harmonization and equity of compensation
• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
  • Experience in salary benchmarking, job grading, and classification tools
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience

5. Supply Chain Management Officer – Job Grade RL6

• Number of Positions: 1
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage procurement processes in line with PPRA guidelines
  • Prepare tender documents, evaluation reports, and contracts
  • Maintain an up-to-date inventory and supplier database
  • Monitor supplier performance and compliance
• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or relevant field
  • Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, KISM)
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in public procurement

6. Accountant – Job Grade RL6

• Number of Positions: 1
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare financial statements, reports, and reconciliations
  • Maintain accurate ledgers and budgetary controls
  • Support audits and compliance reviews
  • Process payments and statutory remittances
• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA Part III or equivalent
  • Minimum 3 years’ accounting experience in a public sector or regulated environment

General Requirements for All Positions

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Proficiency in ICT tools relevant to the position
• Knowledge of public service operations and applicable constitutional provisions
• All applicants must possess Kenyan citizenship

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the SRC E-Recruitment Portal accessible through the official SRC website under the Careers section.

Applications must include:

• A detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Scanned copy of National ID or Passport
• Certified copies of academic and professional certificates
• Any other relevant supporting documents

Please Note:

• Applications sent via email or hard copy will not be accepted
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Successful candidates will be required to present valid clearances under Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya before onboarding
• The Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and marginalized groups are encouraged to apply

Application Address

All online applications should be submitted before or on:

Deadline: 10th June 2025

Addressed to:

The Commission Secretary/CEO
Salaries and Remuneration Commission
Williamson House, 6th Floor
4th Ngong Avenue,
P.O Box 43126-00100,
NAIROBI, Kenya

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