Programs Officer

1 day ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya (APDK) Full time 900,000 - 1,200,000 per year

PROJECT OFFICER - JUMUISHA

Are you a passionate and experienced project professional ready to make a significant impact? The
Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya (APDK)
, a leading grassroots NGO dedicated to empowering persons with disabilities across Kenya, is seeking a
Project Officer
 to join our team.

About the Role

We're looking for a highly motivated individual to support the "Youth Internship" under APDK JUMUISHA(inclusion) project. This vital initiative is a partnership by APDK and National Council of Persons with Disabilities (NCWD) funded by CBM. It aims to enhance the inclusion of youth with disabilities in Kenya's evolving labor market, in Isiolo and Kakamega.

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 remote areas.

· Capacity Building:
 Facilitate sensitization and capacity development for institutions on inclusion of persons with disabilities, youths with disability internship strategies, including accessibility screenings and audits.

· Stakeholder Engagement:
 Serve as a key point of contact for partners, engage stakeholders in the disability space, 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, job readiness, skilling including internship and apprenticeship placement and support, gender equality, youth capacity enhancement geared to economic empowerment.

· 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 international development partners

· A wide understanding of disability economic empowerment support and disability etiquette

· Experience working in disability inclusion  programs

· Knowledge of local languages prevalent in project areas within Kenya

Apply now

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, consisting of a cover letter and a detailed CV, clearly outlining their suitability for the position, to

  by
10
th
October, 2025
. Please indicate "
Project Officer - Jumuisha
" in the subject line of your email.

APDK is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates with disabilities to apply.

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