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 Officerat 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-
- To support
the Executive Officer identify and prioritize Programmes
listed in the APSEA’s strategic plan in order to
generate income for the association.
- To design,
develop and manage projects and programs from inception to
completion.
- Ensure
activities are carried out according to the work plans and budgets with
the guidance of the Executive Officer.
- Ensure the projects
have clear and specific indicators to ensure the project achieves it’s
goal.
- Develop and
implement effective monitoring and evaluation tools with the guidance of
Executive Officer
- To recommend
improvements and enhancements to existing services and Programmes
undertaken by APSEA
- To develop
and implement a suitable media and communication strategy for
purposes of building a high and positive profile for APSEA.
- To
form liaisons and networks with all stakeholders that may
impact positively on the success of the APSEA,
- 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,
- 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:
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
E-Mail: apsea@apsea.or.ke
Applicants should register at http://www.professionalsdatabase.co.ke/ free
Only short listed candidates will be contacted
Applications to be received by 15th August 2012 by close of business.
The Executive Officer
APSEA
P.O Box 72643-00200
E-Mail: apsea@apsea.or.ke
Applicants should register at http://www.professionalsdatabase.co.ke/ free
Only short listed candidates will be contacted
