The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) was established through an Act of Parliament published in November 2011 to provide for civilian oversight over the work of the police in Kenya. The inaugural Board was sworn into office in June 2012. Vision: A robust civilian accountability mechanism that promotes public trust and confidence in the National Police Service. Mission: To conduct impartial and independent investigations, inspections, audits and monitoring of the National Police Service to prevent impunity and enhance professionalism in the interest of the public Job Purpose Responsible for monitoring of policing operations affecting members of the public Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks An officer at this grade will undertake the following duties and responsibilities: Supporting the implementation of policies, strategies, guidelines, plans,standards and procedures pertaining to monitoring while ensuring compliance with relevant laws, rules and regulations; Monitoring police operations affecting members of the public; Collecting and collating data for monitoring reports; Following up on the implementation of recommendations arising from policeoperations monitored; Conducting studies on trends and patterns of police misconduct; Monitoring the operations of the Internal Affairs Unit of the National Police Service;  Implementing capacity building programs on the prevention of police misconduct; Implementing monitoring tools, concepts and controls to suit emerging trends in policing; and Updating records in the division. Knowledge, Experience and qualifications required For appointment to this grade, an officer must have the following Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Law, Public Administration, Public Policy, Criminology & Criminal Justice, Education, Sociology, Political Science, Social Sciences, Military, Security Studies or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and Proficiency in computer applications