Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) – Career Opportunities

Category: NGO / Non-Profit Associations
Posted: 4th February 2026
Deadline: 18th February 2026

Open Positions

1. Senior Programme Officer – Human Rights Research & Documentation

2. Rapid Response Associate

3. Legal Affairs Officer

4. Programme Officer – Electoral Justice

Minimum Requirements (Likely)

Applicants should:
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Law, Human Rights, Political Science, International Relations, Social Sciences, or a related field (Master’s degree is an added advantage for senior roles).
• Have relevant professional experience in human rights work, legal practice, governance, advocacy, or programme management.
• Demonstrate strong research, documentation, reporting, and analytical skills.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be knowledgeable in Kenyan constitutional law, human rights frameworks, and democratic governance.
• Show ability to work under pressure, including rapid response and field-based assignments.
• Uphold high standards of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to human rights values.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications with detailed CVs and supporting documents, clearly indicating the position applied for, in line with Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) recruitment guidelines, on or before 18th February 2026.