Public Education & Advocacy Officers at National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA)

Grade: NAC 6

REF. NO: NAC/PEA/5/2/2022

Job Purpose

The purpose of the job is to provide support in implementation of preventive education aimed at campaigning against drug and substance abuse in line with the Authority’s mandate.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises staff on day to day assigned tasks.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Implement public education and advocacy campaigns on alcohol and drug abuse prevention;
• Provide assistance in development of training materials, and conducting training and advocacy on ADA prevention;
• Maintain effective working relationship with public, private sector and the general public.
• Participating in the implementation of operational procedures, policies and standards relating to management of alcohol and drug abuse.
• Participate in public fora relating to Alcohol and Drug Abuse activities
• Develop and implement individual work plans
• Provide support in preparing reports, concept notes, proposal writing and presentations

Job Dimensions:

Financial Responsibility

• Responsible for prudent management of funds allocated for activities

Responsibility for Physical Assets

• Responsible and accountable for the safety and custody of office equipment allocated.

Decision Making / Job Influence

Makes operational decisions

Working Conditions

• Office setting compliant with OSHA and field work
• Enhanced working relationship with employees
• Medical cover for self and family
• Group Accident cover and life insurance

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

• Degree in Education, Psychology, Community Development, Sociology or related discipline from a recognized institution.

Professional Qualifications /Membership to professional bodies

• Member of a relevant professional body in good standing where applicable;

Other Requirements:

• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity.

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

Functional Skills

• Analytical skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Community development skills
• Public speaking skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Proficiency in computer applications

Behavioral Competencies/Attributes

• Effective communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Supervisory skills
• Time-management skills
• Professionalism
• Team player