Program Coordinator at Association for the Physically Disabled

at Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya
Location NAIROBI, Kenya
Date Posted July 15, 2025
Category Administration
Communication
Economics
Management
Secretary
Job Type Full-time
Currency KES

Description

he Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya (APDK) was established in 1958 as a non-governmental organization (NGO). The overall objective of the organization is to improve the Quality of life of Persons with Disabilities through promoting Rehabilitation and Inclusion.

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.

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