VACANCY FOR PROGRAMS OFFICER POSITION

The Association of Professional Societies in East Africa (APSEA), the umbrella body of professional societies in Kenya, is seeking to recruit a suitable person for the position of Programmes Officer at its secretariat.

This position is responsible for Programmes Development and Implementation at the APSEA secretariat and the Professional Centre and reports to the Executive Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities-

a) To support the Executive Officer identify  and prioritize  Programmes listed  in the APSEA’s  strategic  plan in order to generate income for the  association.
b) To design, develop and manage  projects and programs from inception to completion.
c) Ensure activities are carried out according to the work plans and budgets with the guidance of the Executive Officer.
d) Ensure the projects have clear and specific indicators to ensure the project achieves it’s goal.
e) Develop and implement effective monitoring and evaluation tools with the guidance of Executive Officer
f) To recommend improvements and enhancements to existing services and Programmes undertaken by APSEA
g) To develop and implement a suitable media and communication strategy  for purposes of building a high and positive profile  for APSEA.
h) To form  liaisons and networks  with all stakeholders that may impact  positively  on the success  of the APSEA,
i) To represent and attend meetings, seminars, workshops and other events where the organization is expected or where such events have been organized by APSEA, whether held within or outside the country,
j) To carry out any other duties as may be directed by the Executive Officer or any other officer of the Council of APSEA.

Requirements

Requirements include, but are not limited to:
 University degree in Humanities and Social Sciences or related field, masters degree will be an added advantage
 A minimum of three years of relevant experience in program and project management;
 Experience in organizing and managing workshops and events
 Fluency in English, including excellent Report Writing  skills;
 Work experience in transitional societies and knowledge of political and socio economic developments in Kenya would be an asset;
 Excellent organizational and communication skills;
 Ability to operate MS Windows applications as well as web-publishing, database maintenance and blogs will be an added advantage
 Excellent networking skills and build networks with stakeholders
 Ability to work effectively under pressure and without supervision
 And any other duties assigned by the

Interested candidates should send application letters accompanied by copies of their certificates, testimonials and a detailed CV giving names and contacts of two referees. Please  state your current remuneration and expected salary requirements.
Applications to be received by 15th August 2012 by close of business.

The
Executive Officer
APSEA
P.O Box 72643-00200
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Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Professionals are encouraged to register at http://www.professionalsdatabase.co.ke/