The
“Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya” (APDK) is a national
disability development NGO with over 650 employees and government attached
staff.
APDK seeks
to engage a visionary National Director / CEO to manage the complex
organization.
Specific Tasks:
- Identify, develop and direct the implementation of the organisations strategy, policies and activities in line with approved annual plans.
- Lead and capacity build the management team of the Association to ensure that objectives are achieved and clients with disabilities receive quality services.
- Monitor and evaluate the branches and programs of the Association and ensure their compliance with national and international laws, treaties and standards.
- Oversee the business aspects and fundraising activities in line with set targets.
- Develop and sustain collaborative relationships with Government ministries, national and international development partners, the private sector and civil society.
- Present financial and narrative reports and propose new strategies and programs to the board.
Qualifications:
- Post Graduate Degree in Business Management, Economics, Public Health.
- Minimum age of 35 years and at least 5 years experience in managing an NGO, non-for profit organization or private sector enterprise in a senior position
- Proven leadership, team building and communication skills
- Experience in donor proposal and report writing
- Ability to negotiate with government and development partners
- Persons with disabilities who have the respective qualifications are encouraged to apply
Qualified
candidates should send a resume with three referees and letter of interest
stating current and expected salary and benefits not later than 23rd of August
2013 to:
The
Chairman
Association
for the Physically Disabled of Kenya
P.O. Box
46747, 00100
Nairobi