Grade NCPD 4
Reports to Deputy Director, Technical Services and will be deployed to the Council Headquarters in any of the three main technical divisions.
Duties and Responsibilities
Undertaking research on population issues and development of research papers;
Carrying out analysis of research documents prepared by stakeholders;
Implementation and updating of National Population Policy;
Development of policy briefs;
Coordination of population programmes /projects undertaken by various stakeholders and monitoring and evaluating ongoing projects /programmes;
Collecting ,receiving and analyzing programme data and assessing their impact on population issues;
Formulating and appraising project proposals;
Developing annual and quarterly work plans, performance contracts and reports;
Coordinating international and regional programmes and developing plans of action;
Ensuring that the public is well informed on key policy issues on population through publications, barazas, newsletters, mass media, electronic media, shows, exhibitions, conferences etc; and,
Carrying out advocacy for support on population programmes.
Qualifications and Experience
For appointment to this grade, one must have:-
Served in the grade of Senior Population Programme Officer or in a comparable position in a reputable organization for at least four (4) years;
A Masters Degree in any of the following:- Economics, Population studies, Demography or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
Attended a senior management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
Computer application skills;
Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance andresults.
Terms of Employment
The successful candidates for the post in Advertisement Nos. 001/2013 and 002/2013 will be appointed on a three (3) year contract term while those in Advertisement Nos. 003/2013 to 006/2013 will be appointed on permanent and pensionable terms.
Method of Application
Applicants who meet the above qualifications should send their applications including copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials, a copy of identity card, detailed CV indicating work experience, three (3) names of references and daytime telephone numbers to:
The Director General
National Council for Population and Development
P. O. Box 48994-00100
Nairobi
so as to reach the Council on or before 8th March, 2013.
The advert number should be indicated on the envelope and the application letter.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.