The Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya
Program Coordinator
Nairobi
Posted 01 August, 2026
Deadline 05 August, 2026
Community Services and DevelopmentFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
The Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya (APDK) is a national leader in disability inclusion, rehabilitation, and advocacy. Established in 1958, APDK has been instrumental in promoting dignity, independence, and equal opportunity for persons with disabilities in Kenya.
Job Description
APDK is seeking a Program Coordinator to coordinate and monitor all program activities at the Portreitz project site in consultation with the Regional Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Program Coordination & Technical Supervision: Coordinate and monitor all program activities at the Portreitz project site in consultation with the Regional Manager.
Staff Supervision: Supervise all Project Technical Officers, including government-attached personnel posted to the branch.
Project Planning & Execution: Oversee the development and execution of program deliverables, leading project planning, action plans, and activity-based budgeting.
Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Employ resourcefulness in project design, monitoring, and implementation, proactively troubleshooting challenges and deploying creative solutions.
Reporting: Prepare and submit timely, high-quality program reports to donors, government partners, and the APDK National Programs Manager.
Financial Management: Oversee the preparation of annual activity-based program budgets as well as monthly and quarterly financial reports.
Fund Accountability: Approve routine program payments as required, ensuring proper utilization and full accountability of donor funds in collaboration with the Regional Manager and Branch Accountant.
Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to project and reporting deadlines and donor compliance at all times.
Partnership & Networking: Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with like-minded partners to guarantee smooth activity implementation and achievement of donor-funded results.
Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate and liaise with private sector entities, government departments, and civil society organizations to explore strategic partnerships.
Resource Mobilization: Lead proposal writing and fundraising initiatives geared toward raising resources for the Coast Branch.
Other Duties: Carry out any other duties as may be delegated by the Regional Manager or Programs Manager.
Qualifications, Experience & Desired Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Disability Studies, Public Health, or a related field.
Minimum of 3–5 years of program management experience in an NGO setting, preferably in rehabilitation, disability inclusion, or community development.
Strong project planning, budgeting, and financial management skills.
Proven grant management and proposal writing experience.
Demonstrated leadership ability to supervise technical teams and government assignees.
Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, consisting of a cover letter and a detailed CV, clearly outlining their suitability for the position, to jobs@apdk.org before 1600hrs on 5th August 2026. Please indicate "Internal Auditor" in the subject line of your email as specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, consisting of a cover letter and a detailed CV, clearly outlining their suitability for the position, to jobs@apdk.org before 1600hrs on 5th August 2026. Please indicate "Internal Auditor" in the subject line of your email as instructed in the posting.
