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The President’s Award- Kenya (PA-K) is an Agency established by an Act of Parliament, President’s Award Act No. 30 of 2017. The President’s Award-Kenya aims to develop and deliver quality experiential activities that impart positive life skills and ethical values to young people for a better society.
ADVERT No. PAK-PPC /001/2022 – Deputy Director, Programmes and Projects Coordination – PA-K GRADE 3- 01 POST
Deputy Director, Programmes and Projects Coordination
Remuneration
Salary Scale : Ksh. 111,500 to Kshs 165,700 p.m
Commuter Allowance : Kshs. 16,000 p.
House Allowance : Ksh. 50,000 p.m
Other Benefits;
Medical Cover (as per the Agency’s cover)
Leave Allowance (at the prevailing rates)
Terms of Service: Five (5) year contract renewable once
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
At least ten (10) years relevant work experience, five (5) of which must have been at a management level
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Education, Sociology, Social Work, Business Administration, Economics, Commerce, Project Planning and Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Education, Sociology, Social Work, Business Administration, Economics, Commerce, Project Planning and Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Certificate in Management Course lasting for at least four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
Membership to a relevant professional body;
Proficiency in computer applications skills;
Met the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya; and
Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinating development and review of standards, guidelines, tools and methodologies on the implementation of programs and projects.
Initiating youth development programs and projects that inculcate core national values and facilitating young people to contribute to national development priorities.
Identifying and franchising commercial and operating centers; managing programs and projects in line with the International Award standards.
Coordinating programme participants’ field activities; accrediting assessors; coordinating volunteer engagement; liaising with relevant stakeholders on programme development and awarding of certificates;
Initiating the development and adoption of PA-K’s digital tools including the Online Record Book roll out, PA-K database and the Online Learning Hub roll out;
Guiding the PA-K’s adoption and use of digital space to drive Brand awareness for growth, including; Brand Centre use, Social media and Website use and online global and National campaigns to support PA-K’s Programme Growth;
Participating in the formulation of policy documents on PA-K Strategy;
Undertaking the monitoring, evaluation and reporting on progress in the implementation of the digital platform roll out plan;
Guiding the preparation of plans to facilitate achievement of the digital platform goals; and initiating the identification of key partners to support the implementation of PA-K’s digital platform plans.
Interested and eligible candidates who wish to apply can:
Complete an online application form by visiting the PA-K’s website via the link below
The duly completed application form accompanied by a recent Curriculum Vitae, Certified Copies of Academic & Professional Certificates, National Identity Card/Passport, Testimonials, and other relevant supporting documents should be sent to:
The CEO
The President’s Award – Kenya,
P.O. Box 62185-00200
NAIROBI, KENYA
Alternatively, applications can be hand delivered at the President’s Award – Kenya offices on 15 Elgon Road, Upper Hill, Nairobi.
The applications should be submitted by 5.00 p.m. on or before on 28th March, 2022
PA-K is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to present the following documents in compliance with Chapter six (06) of the constitution:
Certificate of Good Conduct
Tax Compliance Certificate
Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
Clearance Certificate from HELB
Clearance Certificate from Credit Reference Bureau
Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
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