Programme Officer II (Entry Level)

About the role

The President's Award - Kenya (PA-K), an agency established by the President's Award Act and a franchise of the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, is recruiting two Programme Officer II candidates for its Nairobi office. The Award is a self-development programme for young people aged 14 to 24, giving them life skills to make a difference for themselves, their communities, their country and the world. The position is permanent and pensionable.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in organizing and coordinating programme activities.
• Support data entry and record-keeping for programme participants.
• Facilitate communication with Award Leaders, volunteers and participants.
• Assist in distributing programme materials and resources.
• Participate in basic monitoring of programme activities and reporting.
• Provide logistical support for training, events and field activities.
• Support the use of digital platforms such as the Online Record Book.
• Maintain and update programme records and documentation.
• Perform administrative tasks related to programme operation.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Sociology, Development Studies, Business Administration, Economics & Statistics, Commerce, Finance, Project Planning and Management, Business Management/Administration, Political Science/Government, International Relations and Diplomacy, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

What we offer

• Salary scale of 36,500 x 3,000 to 45,500 x 3,500, with a stated range of 59,000 to 73,000 KES per month.
• Commuter allowance of 4,000 KES and house allowance of 10,000 KES.
• Medical cover as per the Agency's cover and leave allowance at prevailing rates.