Program Coordinator at Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya

About the Role

• The Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya (APDK) is a leading non-governmental organization dedicated to advocating for the rights, rehabilitation, and empowerment of persons with disabilities in Kenya. We are seeking a dynamic, result-oriented, and experienced professional to fill the position of Program Coordinator at our Coast Branch.
• The Program Coordinator will oversee the planning, implementation, monitoring, and financial accountability of the Portreitz Rehabilitation clinic projects. The role works in close consultation with the Regional Manager (Coast Region) and the APDK National Office to drive impactful service delivery, ensure donor compliance, and lead resource mobilization efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Program Coordination & Technical Supervision

• Coordinate and monitor all program activities at the Portreitz project site in consultation with the Regional Manager.
• Supervise all Project Technical Officers, including government-attached personnel posted to the branch.
• Oversee the development and execution of program deliverables, leading project planning, action plans, and activity-based budgeting.
• Employ resourcefulness in project design, monitoring, and implementation, proactively troubleshooting challenges and deploying creative solutions.
• Prepare and submit timely, high-quality program reports to donors, government partners, and the APDK National Programs Manager.
• Oversee the preparation of annual activity-based program budgets as well as monthly and quarterly financial reports.
• Approve routine program payments as required, ensuring proper utilization and full accountability of donor funds in collaboration with the Regional Manager and Branch Accountant.
• Enforce strict adherence to project and reporting deadlines and donor compliance at all times.
• Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with like-minded partners to guarantee smooth activity implementation and achievement of donor-funded results.
• Coordinate and liaise with private sector entities, government departments, and civil society organizations to explore strategic partnerships.
• Lead proposal writing and fundraising initiatives geared toward raising resources for the Coast Branch.
• Carry out any other duties as may be delegated by the Regional Manager or Programs Manager

Qualifications, Experience & Desired Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Disability Studies, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of program management experience in an NGO setting, preferably in rehabilitation, disability inclusion, or community development.
• Strong project planning, budgeting, and financial management skills.
• Proven grant management and proposal writing experience. 
• Demonstrated leadership ability to supervise technical teams and government assignees.
• Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.