The National Council for Persons with Disabilities invites expression of interest from interested reputable and eligible medical insurance companies and medical services provider for placement of medical insurance cover of 12 months from 1^st July, 2012 to 30^th June 2013.

For more information visit our website www.ncpwd.go.ke or call 020 2165760

or

THE HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCES

NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

P. O. BOX 66577 – 00800

WAIYAKI WAY OPP.ABC PLACE

NAIROBI

 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR PROVISION OF MEDICAL SCHEME FOR COUNCIL MEMBERS AND ITS SECRETARIAT

1.    BACKGROUND

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) was established in November, 2004 following the enactment of the Persons with Disabilities Act (PWD) 2003. NCPWD invites Expression of Interest from interested, reputable and  competent Medical Insurance Companies/Medical Insurance providers for provision of medical insurance scheme.

2.    MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS Read more »

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The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) was set up in December 2004 following the enactment of The Persons with Disabilities Act (PWD) 2003. The Council is a State Corporation whose parent Ministry is the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Development. The membership consists of nominees of Organizations of and for persons with disabilities, key government ministries, the Office of the Attorney General, Federation of Kenya Employers and the Central Organization of Trade Unions. The Board is headed by a non-executive Chairperson. The day-to-day activities are run by a Secretariat headed by a Director.

One of the key functions of NCPWD is to conduct mainstreaming within the Public and Private sector. We are therefore looking for qualified candidates from Counties representing the following regions: WESTERN, RIFT VALLEY and NORTHEASTERN to undergo a two day Trainer of Trainers course on Mainstreaming Disability. The trained individuals will assist to conduct Disability Mainstreaming trainings to public and private institutions within the mentioned area. Read more »

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1.0 INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND

The National Development Fund is established under section 32 of the Disability Act 2003. Clause 2 of that section states that “The Fund shall be established as a permanent fund and the income there from shall be used for the benefit of persons with disabilities in Kenya”.

Section 33 (2) provides that: Without limiting the generality of section 32 (2), the Board of Trustees may, out of the Fund:

a)    Contribute to the expenses, including capital expenses, of organizations of or for persons with disabilities;

b)    Contribute to the expenses, including capital expenses, of institutions that train persons in the care of persons with disabilities;

c)    Contribute to the capital expenses of projects undertaken by the Government for the benefit of persons with disabilities;

d)    Provide or contribute to the cost of assistive devices and services;

e)    Pay allowances to persons with disabilities falling in the following categories and who have no other source of income:

1.         Persons with severe disabilities and are therefore not trainable in any skills;

2.         Aged persons with disabilities; and

3.         Single parents with children with disabilities and who cannot therefore seek employment; and

4.         Make payments or contributions for such purposes as may be prescribed by the council.

1.1 THE STATUS OF DISBURSEMENTS OF FUNDS FOR ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMME BY THE END OF FINANCIAL YEAR 2010/2011

Under the Economic Empowerment Programme, the Board of Trustees of National Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities has disbursed funds to organizations of/for persons with disabilities among them self help groups, Community Based Organizations, Non-Governmental Organizations and Societies with the aim of channeling business start up credit to entrepreneurs with disabilities and seed capital for group based income generating projects. The ultimate goal of this programme is to help persons with disabilities with capacity for engaging in income earning activities to build sustainable and secure livelihoods. Read more »

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This is to inform our clients and staff that the office will remain closed from 21^st December, 2011 to 2^nd January, 2011 for the festive season.

We wish you a Merry X-Mass and Happy New Year.

HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE

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NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

JOB VACANCIES

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities [NCPWD] is a State Corporation which was established in November 2004 following the enactment of the Persons with Disability Act, 2003 to formulate and implement policies that are geared towards mainstreaming Persons with Disabilities to the national economy and to create an enabling environment in which Persons with Disabilities can operate effectively and efficiently in order to contribute positively to the national economy.

The council seeks to recruit self motivated, dynamic and results oriented persons to fill the following vacancies:

Interested and eligible candidates may obtain detailed information on job responsibilities and specifications by visiting our website : www.ncpwd.go.ke

QUALIFIED AND SUITABLE PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.    Deadline: 9th January 2012,    5:00 PM.

NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

 JOB VACANCIES

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities invites applications from qualified, competent and experienced candidates for the following Permanent positions Read more »

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We wish to notify our clients that we have a new line where we can be reached 020 2375994.

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The National Council for Persons with Disabilities is very pleased to announce that the call for nominations is now open for the 2011 Inaugural National Ability Awards. Entering the Awards is easy.  The nomination form and guidelines are attached for your use or fill in a form online at www.ncpwd.go.ke or call 020 231 4621/ 0720 378 477 to order hard copies.  NOMINATIONS ARE CLOSED

If you have made, or know someone who has made, a significant contribution to persons with disabilities, either at a local, constituency or national level, tell us about it by submitting a nomination or nominating them for the 2011 Inaugural Kenyan National Ability Awards. The awards will inspire us with the stories of people who have overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges and people who have worked tirelessly to create greater inclusion for persons with disabilities. They are our co-workers, friends and family: individuals who offer hope and inspire us with their courage, strength, and drive to give back to their communities.

The 2011 inaugural awards will also celebrate the exceptional leadership of groups and organizations who have done so much to create greater access and opportunities for persons with disabilities. Their efforts lead the way and show others what is possible.

In addition to recognizing these exception individuals, groups and organizations at an award celebration on December 2, 2011, there are some remarkable prizes including:

«  two tickets to the 2012 Paralympic Games in London for the Lifetime Achievement Award recipient;

«  an education scholarship for up to four years for the Youth Ability Award recipient; and

«  up to 250,000KSH in health and sport equipment for the Sport, Health and Wellbeing Award recipient.

The National Ability Awards are part of the Kenyan Government’s celebration of International Day of Persons with Disabilities that is held on 3 December each year. The day is a collaborative effort to celebrate and acknowledge the contributions and experiences of persons with disabilities. We thank all of our partners and sponsors for their contributions.

We would greatly welcome any assistance you can give to spread the word about these awards and help us find the most inspiring award recipients.

NOMINATIONS ARE CLOSED

Click to download (PDF) National Ability Awards Categories

Click to download (PDF) National Ability Awards Guidelines

Click to download (PDF)  National Ability Awards Nomination Forms

Click to download (Word) National Disability Awards nomination forms

Click to download (PDF)  National Ability Awards Benefits

you are welcome to submit nomination forms to awards@ncpwd.go.ke, or for the form to be dropped off to the NCPWD office on Waiyaki across from ABC Shopping Plaza

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The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) is a Semi-Autonomous Government Agency set up to promote the rights of Persons with Disabilities in Kenya and Mainstream Disability issues into all aspects of National Development.

The Council seeks for an experienced consultant to undertake a baseline survey on the Employment of Persons with Disabilities in the public service, so as to establish to what extent the Public Service is implementing the requirements of the reservation of 5% of all casual, emergency and contractual positions in employment in the Public and Private sectors for Persons with Disabilities. Read more »

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The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) is a Semi-Autonomous Government Agency set up to promote the rights of Persons with Disabilities in Kenya and Mainstream Disability issues into all aspects of National Development.

The Council seeks for an experienced consultant to undertake Consultancy Services to Review & Develop a Strategic Plan of the National Council for Persons with Disabilities. Read more »

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NCPWD is looking for qualified trainers to deliver Disability Mainstreaming training to public and private organisations. A training of trainers course will be provided by NCPWD for successful candidates who will then deliver workshops during the year as is required by NCPWD. At the current time we are looking for trainers in the Mombasa area only. Kindly only apply if you fully meet the listed criteria. 

Click here to download the details:

Disability Mainstreaming Training for Trainers

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