National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
Open Positions (12)
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Investigations Officer
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
Reporting to the Chief Investigations Officer, the Investigations Officer is responsible for conducting investigations into cases of actual or alleged breaches of the Acts and Regulations governing the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA).
Chief Investigations Officer
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Investigations Officer is responsible for providing oversight for the investigation function. The incumbent is responsible for leading investigations, ensuring case files are properly prepared and matters are resolved within appropriate guidelines.
Inventory Officer – Card Production Services
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
Reporting to the Manager, Card Production Services, the Inventory Officer is responsible for coordinating all activities related to the maintenance and dispatch of Identification (ID) Cards and associated resources at the NIRA.
Machine Operator - Card Personalisation
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
Reporting to the Manager, Card Production Services, the Machine Operator Card Personalisation is responsible for the accurate production of Identity (ID) cards at the NIRA.
Manager Vetting Services
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
Reporting to the Senior Manager - Card Production and Vetting Services, the Manager - Vetting Services is responsible for managing the Vetting Unit to ensure timely and accurate validation of the information supplied by applicants for the National Identification Number (NIN) and National Identification Card (NIC). The Manager - Vetting Services is also responsible for ensuring that vetting systems, processes and practices are implemented, maintained and developed in accordance with relevant best practices, policy and legislation concerning the National Identification and Registration System.
Senior Director Card Production and Vetting Services
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
Reporting to the Executive Director, The Senior Director Card Production and Vetting Services is responsible and accountable for the effective, efficient and economic delivery of operations and services within the Identity Management Division at the NIRA. The incumbent is accountable for developing and implementing world class innovative enrolment, vetting, card production and customer experience services that is compliant with the National Identification and Registration Act.
Committee Support Officer
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
The Committee Support Officer provides direct administrative and secretariat support to the Authority's nine Committees. The role includes minute-taking, scheduling, and managing correspondence to ensure the effective functioning of each Committee and alignment with the Authority’s governance obligations.
Corporate Secretary
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
The Corporate Secretary serves as the principal advisor to the Board of Directors on governance matters and ensures the effective administration of Board activities in alignment with the National Identification and Registration Act (NIRA) and other applicable laws and regulations. The role also involves managing a small secretariat of three persons, ensuring the efficient operation of the Board and its committees, maintaining accurate records, and providing administrative support. The Corporate Secretary serves as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and the executive management of the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA). The role involves ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, providing administrative and governance support to the Board, and managing the efficient functioning of the Secretariat.
Governance and Records Officer
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
The Governance and Records Officer is responsible for managing documentation, records management, statutory registers, and compliance tracking functions that support the work of the Authority (the Board) and its Committees. This role ensures the timely preparation of governance materials and the accurate maintenance of records in accordance with the National Identification and Registration Act (NIRA), Data Protection Act, and international governance best practices.
Data Protection Officer
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
The Data Protection Officer (DPO) supports the Chief Data Protection Officer in ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and the National Identification and Registration Act. The DPO monitors data handling practices, supports data protection audits, manages data subject requests, and promotes a culture of privacy by design and default. The role involves detailed analysis, regular monitoring, staff support, and liaison with both internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies under the direction of the CDPO.
Deputy Executive Director - Operations
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Deputy Executive Director is responsible providing strategic and operational direction for services focused on civil registration, identity management and customer relationship management and accountable for the provision of effective, efficient and economic delivery of support services at the NIRA. The incumbent is accountable for developing and implementing world class innovative and holistic frameworks and directing the provision of expert advice and services for all
Deputy Executive Director - Support Services
National Identification And Registration Authority (Nira)
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Deputy Executive Director is responsible and accountable for the provision of effective, efficient and economic delivery of support services at the NIRA. The incumbent is accountable for developing and implementing world class innovative and holistic corporate management frameworks and directing the provision of expert advice and services for all Finance, Administration, Human Capital, Procurement, and Information Systems & Digital Transformation affairs.