1.0 Who we are

Kenyans for Peace with Truth and Justice (KPTJ) is a coalition of thirty legal, human rights and democracy NGOs and individuals convened in the immediate aftermath of the 2007 post-election violence to seek truth and justice about the failed elections and the violence that followed. Since 2008, KPTJ has worked on issues of accountability, constitutional implementation and institutional reforms through research, advocacy and litigation. KPTJ’s secretariat is based at the Africa Centre for Open Governance (AfriCOG).

The Africa Centre for Open Governance (AfriCOG) is an independent, non-profit organisation that provides cutting edge research and monitoring on governance and public ethics issues in both public and private sectors so as to address the structural causes of the crisis of governance in the country. The overall objectives of our programme activities are: to strengthen anti-corruption and good governance in Kenya with objective, high-quality research and advocacy; and to build Kenya’s capacity to be permanently vigilant and monitor progress on governance issues in the public and private sectors as well as electoral reform in Kenya. Our reports, policy briefs and overall work add value to anti-corruption and governance reform processes in Kenya by stimulating policy discussion and supporting evidence-based advocacy and mobilisation work of our partners.

2.0 Background

The constitution, promulgated in 2010, made manifest the aspirations of all Kenyans for a government based on the essential values of human rights, equality, freedom, democracy, social justice and the rule of law. The people of Kenya, gave a new foundational law to themselves and to their future generations. Devolution of power, land reform, new standards for leadership and integrity and a comprehensive Bill of Rights were among the hallmarks of the Constitution.

Since the promulgation of the constitution of Kenya, Kenyans have embarked on a journey of building constitutionalism. The constitution is one that needs continued nurturing by courageous and far-sighted citizens, activists, lawyers and judges through a number of strategies including Public Interest Litigation (PIL). According to the constitution, power vests in the people and must be exercised in accordance with the constitution. Therefore, powerful opportunities can be found in support of the ethos of constitutionalism through PIL. PIL can make ineffective any efforts to undermine the constitution whether through deliberate or benign inactivity or outright attacks. Safeguarding constitutional gains in Kenya through PIL means using the platform as both a shield and a sword. Central to this is the resource of a growing pool of lawyers in Kenya.

In this regard, AfriCOG and KPTJ are seeking the services of 3 experts in PIL to undertake the training of lawyers on 15th and 16th of July in Naivasha. The trainer will use our guidebook A guide to Public Interest Litigation in Kenya, the programme topics and their knowledge of PIL to conduct a training workshop. The training will take place from 9am to 4pm on the aforementioned dates.

3.0 Scope of work

Under the general direction and supervision of AfriCOG and KPTJ, the consultants will offer training services which include but are not limited to the following:

1. Develop your own format to successfully conduct training on PIL based on the guidebook and programme topics (training should include interactive sessions and practical exercises)
2. Equip the trainees with the PIL guidebook

4.0 Time frame

The assignment will be undertaken on Wednesday 15t^h July and Thursday 16^th July 2015

5.0 Profile and Experience of Consultant:

Candidates for this consultancy should possess the following minimum qualifications:

1. A degree in law, public policy, social sciences or any other relevant field
2. 2-3 years’ experience in conducting training
3. At least 5 or more years’ work experience in public interest litigation, advocacy or constitutional implementation in Kenya
4. In-depth knowledge and understanding of Public Interest Litigation in Kenya and other jurisdictions
5. Must have good understanding of the legal, policy and institutional framework in Kenya
6. Strong communications skills (oral, written and presentation skills)
7. Proven ability to work reliably under tight deadlines

Application procedure: The applications must be sent to Perpetua Adar at perpetuaadar@africog.org copying admin@africog.org by 9th July 2015. Your application must include your CV and cover letter indicating your relevant experience and why you are suitable for this consultancy.