Program Coordinator at Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya

Key Responsibilities 

• Project Management Support: Assist in developing work plans, coordinating activities, and ensuring timely execution of project goals, particularly targeted mobilization and job placement in green companies. 
• Capacity Building: Facilitate sensitization and capacity development for institutions on disability inclusion strategies, including accessibility screenings and audits. 
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a key point of contact for partners, mobilize companies for participation, and facilitate workshops on disability inclusion. 
• Monitoring & Reporting: Support data collection and analysis, contribute to progress reports, and document project lessons learned. 
• Beneficiary Support: Help develop recruitment criteria, ensure competitive selection of beneficiaries, and support trained individuals in securing employment opportunities, especially in renewable energy and e-mobility. 

Qualifications & Experience: 

• A Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Disability Studies, or a related field. 
• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in project coordination or support roles, preferably within the NGO sector in Kenya. 
• Proven experience working on projects related to disability inclusion, gender equality, youth empowerment, or economic development. 
• Familiarity with the Kenyan context regarding disability issues and employment challenges. 
• Experience in coordinating training programs and data collection for M&E.Technical & Soft Skills: 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Strong report writing and presentation skills. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team with a proactive, problem solving mindset. 
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with diverse stakeholders, including persons with disabilities. 
• A strong commitment to APDK's mission and values. 

Bonus Points if you have: 

• Prior experience working with GIZ or other international development partners. 
• An understanding of green economy sectors (renewable energy, e-mobility). 
• Experience working in an inclusion context. 
• Knowledge of local languages prevalent in project areas within Kenya.