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

1. 1. Must be registered with the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) for current year. A copy of the current license must be submitted.
   2. Registration as a member of AIB/AKI for the current year 2012.
   3.  Must be registered with commissioner for Insurance – Certified copy of registration must be attached.
   4. Must have paid up capital of at least Kshs.100million
   5. Must give a list of 5 current clients, their recommendation letters, their equivalent business value and the total client premium for the previous year (2010/2011). Attached relevant copies.
   6. Must submit a copy of Audited account of the previous two (2) years
   7. Must submit certified copies of the following:
      1. PIN certificate
      2. Tax compliance certificate
      3. VAT certificate
      4. Certificate of registration/incorporation

1. The companies must have been in medical health care insurance business for not less than three years.
2. The Company(ies) must provide evidence of its medical service provider’s branch network countrywide
3. The Companies must provide a list of its service provider for business and that selection of this provider shall be in consultation with the Council.
4. The companies must commit to provide a specific contact person who will be handling council claims promptly and urgently as they arise.
5. 3.    PROVISION OF WIBA, GROUP PERSONAL ACCIDENT AND GROUP LIFE INSURANCE COVER

NCPWD invites bids from eligible brokerage firms for the provision of the above policies for the Council Secretariat and selected Board of Directors for the period 1^st July, 2012 to 30^th June, 2013.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

a)    Must be registered with the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) for the current year. A copy of the current license must be submitted.

b)    Registration as a member of AKI for the current year 2012

c)    Certified copy of valid Tax compliance certificate from KRA

d)    Certified copy of PIN/VAT certificate

e)    Copy of current business license License from Nairobi City Council OR Local Authority for the Principal place of business

f)       Tender security of Kshs. 40,000

g)    Certified copy of certificate of incorporation/registration

h)    Professional indemnity limit/Re – insurance 50 million (Insurance brokers)

i)        Completed confidential business Questionnaire form

j)        List of at least four (4) key management staff and specific tasks

k)     List of at least five(5) current major clients and recommendation letters

l)       Duly completed signed and stamped form of tender

Interested eligible bidders may inspect the tender documents from the Human Resources Office, National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) – Mountain View Office House No. 195 during normal working hours.

Completed tender documents are to be enclosed in plain sealed envelope marked with tender name, reference number and deposited in the Procurement office

EOI must be submitted in plan sealed envelopes clearly marked EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR PROVISION OF MEDICAL INSURANCE SCHEME / GROUP PERSONAL ACIDENT,GROUP LIFE AND WORK INJURY BENEFIT INSURANCE COVER not later than 5^th June  2012 which should be addressed and sent to:

THE DIRECTOR

NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

P. O. Box 66577 – 00800

WAIYAKI WAY OPP.ABC PLACE

NAIROBI

For further information contact 020 2165760

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Someone who is disability sensitive
• Ideally has experience working on disability issues
• Strong communication skills
• Have a good command of English, Swahili and a local dialect of the mentioned regions

If you feel you have the qualifications please email a letter of interest together with an updated CV indicating your county, complete with email & telephone contacts of two professional referees to:

Isaac Manyonge (Disability Mainstreaming Advisor)

Email: i.manyonge@ncpwd.go.ke

To reach us before or on the 25^th June, 2012

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

NCPWD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.

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.

2. OBJECTIVES

a) OVERALL OBJECTIVE

The Consultancy is aimed at building capacity in conducting monitoring and evaluation of a select group of persons with disabilities among our beneficiaries through structured trainings. The exercise will target 47 beneficiaries all 47 counties in Kenya plus the NCPWD Programme staff. The Peer Monitors and Evaluators will be Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) from Disabled Persons Organizations (DPOs) that have been funded by the National Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities (NDFPWD) especially those in the economic empowerment programme. Thereafter, they will be engaged to conduct monitoring and evaluation of organizations and institutions funded by NDFPWD in their respective counties. The trained programmes staff who will take part will be become trainers of trainers on Monitoring and evaluation as we continue to build the numbers of partners with skills to conduct M & E.

b) SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

To equip Peer Monitors and Evaluators with skills in Monitoring and Evaluation of grassroots projects to enable them support implementation of projects by DPOs and institutions funded by NDFPWD.

3.0 SCOPE OF THE WORK

The Consultant will be required to:-

1.      Develop a trainer’s Resource Manual and Training Guide on Monitoring and Evaluation, focusing particularly on evaluation of community groups/individual beneficiaries of funds for economic empowerment. The funding has two funding models.

a)    Group based revolving fund

b)    Common group income generating project

2. Prepare schedules and training materials for each of the three trainings.

3. Conduct comprehensive evaluation training workshop for 47 selected peer evaluator trainees in two groups each taking 5 days in an in house setting.

4. Conduct a 5 days training for program staff on Monitoring and Evaluation

5. Develop evaluation guides and forms to be used in monitoring and evaluation of the DPOs and institutions funded by the trainees

4.0 DELIVERABLES

The consultant will be expected to deliver the following outputs;

1.      Trainer’s Resource Manual submitted to NCPWD five days before the start of the training.

2.      Peer monitors and evaluators training on Monitoring and Evaluation delivered to NCPWD a week before the start of the training.

3.      Training schedule and materials for each of the three trainings.

4.    Prepare and present comprehensive reports for each of the three trainings within two weeks after each training to NCPWD. The report should be done using Century Gothic font 12.

5.    Sixty five copies of the Final Resource Manual and Trainers Guide after the 3 trainings

5.0 DURATION OF THE CONSULTANCY

The consultancy exercise will take 20 working days.

6.0 QUALIFICATIONS OF THE CONSULTANT

Must have:-

a)    A bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related discipline. A master’s degree in the same field will be an added advantage.

b)    Over 10 years of demonstrated experience working in the monitoring and evaluation or related work.

c)    Demonstrated skills and experience in conducting trainings on monitoring and evaluation as well as skills in adult learners training.

7.0 OBLIGATIONS OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

a)    Provide relevant documents to assist in preparation of the Resource Manual and Training Guide.

b)    Promptly respond to queries from the consultant.

c)    Provide necessary information to support and facilitate the consultant work.

d)    Make timely payments as per the agreed schedules.

8.0 REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

The consultant will work with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer on day to day basis in consultation with the Program Officer to provide logistical support to facilitate the work.

The Secretary to the Board of Trustees of the National Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities will be the contact person who will ultimately report to the Board of Trustees of the National Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities.

9.0 PROCEDURES FOR SUBMISSION OF EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

The Board of Trustees of the National Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities invites qualified individual or firms with the required expertise and experience to bid for the consultancy described in this Terms of Reference.

Qualified and interested applicants should submit their technical and financial proposals, Curriculum Vitae and statement of capability to NCPWD by 25^TH May, 2012.

They should also submit their KRA Pin Number and Compliance Certificate.

The Council seeks to recruit self motivated, dynamic and results oriented person to fill the following vacancy:

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: 4^THMay, 2012,   5:00 PM

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

PRINCIPAL PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER – JOB GROUP ‘N’ (1post)

The Principal Public Relations and Communications Officer will provide a broad range of communications and marketing support to the organization. The position reports to the Director. The duties and responsibilities are related to the following key areas:

 Strategic Communications Planning, Monitoring and Reporting:

• Working with the Director and senior management team:
• Lead the planning of the Council communication strategies
• Lead the monitoring and reporting of all the organization’s internal and external communications activities
• Direct the Council’s publicity programmes to the various stakeholder groups and audiences
• Provide advice to the Director on the communications response to issues
• Develop and ensure adherence to the key messages of the Council and its various initiatives
• Coordinate communications projects with vendors and contractors

Public and Media Relations:

• Lead the development and implementation of public awareness of the Council’s activities / programs as well as the issues of persons with disabilities through various public awareness and mass media initiatives
• Organize and manage press conferences
• Respond to incoming media calls
• Determine the strategic focus, research, write/edit articles, newsletters, reports, journals and other public materials
• Determine the content and maintain the Council’s website ensuring that its updated and remains relevant

Partner and Stakeholder Relations:

• Lead the development and creation of all outbound stakeholder (disability fraternity, board and client) communications including all promotional materials (provide writing and editing support these materials)
• Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the disability fraternity to ensure the success of various communications activities

 Marketing

• Review and edit existing promotional materials for marketing effectiveness and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Coordinate the placement of marketing materials in national and local media
• Develop and coordinate new marketing initiatives that promote NCPWD and inspire greater access and inclusion for persons with disabilities

 Event Planning and Implementation:

• Lead the coordination of special events such as press conferences, conferences, National Ability Awards celebration, tradeshows and activities associated with International Days such as the International Day for Persons with Disabilities
• Draft event plans, presentation materials, scripts, speeches and associated collateral material for events, conferences and other special events

Team building and staff supervision:

• Work collaboratively with a diverse staff team to create and manage cross-organizational, integrated communications strategies
• Participate in working groups to plan, coordinate and execute original communications products and publications related to special events and programs
• Oversee a small communications team and mentor members of the communications/PR team to achieve success

Requirements for Appointment

• A Degree in Communication/Journalism/Public Relations/International Relations
• Post-graduate Diploma in Communication/ Journalism/ Public Relations/International Relations
• Served as a Public Relations/Communication officer II for at least four (4) years;
• Member of Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK);
• Attended a  management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Masters degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage
• Demonstrated outstanding professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.
• Computer Application skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and good interpersonal relations; and
• Ability to write, edit and produce a variety of communication materials for release to media and other stakeholders
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills;

Terms of Service: permanent and pensionable

Salary: Kshs. 40,835 – 42,877 – 45,021 – 47,272 – 49,636 p.m

Allowances:

House allowance: Kshs. 24, 000/= p.m

Commuter allowance: Kshs. 8,000/= p.m

Leave Entitlement kshs. 6,000 /= p.a

All Applications MUST be through post office or by hand delivery.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline:  4th may 2012, 5:00 PM.

All applications should be addressed to

The Director
National Council for Persons with Disabilities
P 0 Box 66577 00800
Nairobi Kenya

ATTENTION TO:

HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCES

All envelopes be clearly marked for the position applied for.

QUALIFIED AND SUITABLE PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities is an equal opportunity employer.

The National Development Fund was 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 FINACILA 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 credit to entrepreneurs with disabilities and start up funds for group based income generating projects. That 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.  

Since 2010 the Fund has financed 181 groups countrywide for economic empowerment activities. The financing had broadly followed two broad models. The first is the revolving fund model, where a group is financed by the Fund to establish a revolving fund that lends small enterprise loans to its members for strictly business purposes at a moderate interest rate i.e. 5%. The second model is a group based project funding, where a group receives financing for a specific income generating project. In turn, part of the income generated through the projects is supposed to be channeled into a revolving fund which supports members’ needs for micro enterprise loans financing.

2.0 OBJECTIVES

a)   OVERALL OBJECTIVE

The consultancy will aim is to establish the most effective, efficient and sustainable approach(es) for delivering affordable and accessible micro finance services to persons with disabilities throughout the country. The consultancy must address this question with regard to reaching clients who are individuals and those organized as self help groups, community based organizations, non-governmental organizations and societies established by persons with disabilities to pursue economic welfare of their members.

However, within this broad objective, the consultancy must establish how the Fund can satisfy the need for micro finance services to individual entrepreneurs with disabilities in the most effective and efficient manner within the broader micro finance services delivery programme serving all persons with disabilities.

b)   SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

1.      Conduct a desk study of micro finance services sector and document the developments within the sector since its birth through the various financing paradigms with the attendant pros and cons. Determine the lessons learnt and current best practice within the sector both national and internationally.

2.      Conduct primary research on the groups and organizations that the National Development Fund has financed using the various approaches. These approaches are;

i.            The revolving fund approach,

ii.            The common group income generating project approach,

iii.            The individual lending approach (only one case is on record)

1.      Conduct a study of other micro finance services programmes providing services to persons with disabilities and document and interpret the approaches they have in place and assess the satisfaction of persons with disabilities with the services provided and received. The programmes targeting persons with disabilities may be total or partial.

2.      Conduct a study of the Women Enterprise Fund and Youth Enterprise Fund and establish, document and interrogate the approaches they have in place to reach all categories of the clients and particularly groups and/or individuals and document the successes recorded and lessons for the National Development Fund under each of the approaches

3.      Make recommendations to the National Development Fund on programmatic design with a capacity to address the need for micro finance services of all persons with disabilities regardless of how they are organised whether as individuals or groups

3.0 SCOPE OF THE CONSULTANCY

1.      Review the current funding procedures guidelines and models for channeling economic empowerment financing to persons with disabilities.

2.      The consultancy will study all organizations and programmes that provide micro finance services to person with disabilities and the approached that have been put in place to facilitate effective, efficient and sustainable service delivery. The consultant should collect relevant information through visits, questionnaires, focus groups discussions, key informants etc. It should document the achievements and drawbacks of the approaches applied by micro finance services practitioners to meet the needs of persons with disabilities.

4.0 DELIVERABLES

1.      An inception report within a 7 working days of commencement of the consultancy.

2.      Draft report of the feasibility study on providing economic empowerment support to persons with disabilities and particularly individual entrepreneurs with disability

3.      Recommendations on the most effective, efficient and sustainable approach(es) of delivering micro finance services to persons with disabilities  at both individual and group level

4. Prepare and present a final draft report to a validation workshop involving trustees of National Development Fund and other sector stakeholders.
5. Prepare and present the final report to CPWD in font 12 using Century Gothic.

5.0 DURATION OF CONSULTANCY

 A maximum of twenty (25) working days spread out in thirty (40) calendar days.

6.0 QUALIFICATIONS OF THE CONSULTANT

1.       Must have demonstrated experience in similar work

2.       At least a bachelor’s degree holder in Social sciences or related discipline. A master’s degree in the same field will be an added advantage.

3.       Must poses ability to undertake a country wide exercise.

7.0 OBLIGATIONS OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

1)      Provide relevant documents to assist in execution of the assignment.

2)      Be prompt in responding to queries from the consultant.

3)      Provide necessary information to support and facilitate the work.

8.0 REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

The Consultant will work with Programme Officer on day to day basis and provide logistical support to will facilitate the work.

The Secretary Board of Trustees will be the contact person who will ultimately report to the Board of Trustees of the National Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities.

9.0 PROCEDURES FOR SUBMISSION OF EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

 The Board of Trustees of the National development Fund for Persons with Disabilities invites qualified individual or firms with the required expertise and experience to bid for the consultancy described in this Terms of Reference.

Interested applicants should submit their technical and financial proposals, Curriculum Vitae and statement of Capability by 2^nd April, 2012.

 The Government of Kenya established a cash transfer to persons with severe disabilities programme on pilot basis in June 2011, in all Constituencies in the Country. The cash transfer programme targeting persons with severe disabilities other than being a social protection measure to provide a livelihood / subsidy to households with persons with severe disabilities, it is also a human rights issues. Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are entitled to the same rights as all other human beings and to equal opportunities, hence the introduction of the cash transfer to persons with severe disabilities programme to address their concerns.

In the context of this programme, persons with severe disabilities refer to those who need permanent care including feeding, toiletry, protection from danger from themselves or other persons, and from the environment.

The adults and children with severe disabilities basically depend on parents and well wishers for specific support to enable them to cope in life. They also need support on full time basis by parents and guardians / caregivers to ensure their needs are met. They require caregivers at home or close to them throughout. These intensive support on a daily basis, denies their parents and guardians / caregivers opportunities to engage in other income generating activities, which worsens the economic situation of such households.

Some parents have lost employment and/ or closed down their businesses to take care of their children with severe disabilities. Attempts by parents to go out and earn a living only come with a cost as it requires that they hire other people to provide their children with a variety of essential supports.

This programme was important because the guidelines establishing the National Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities (NDFPWDs) established in the year xxx, targets Persons with Disabilities who wish to be involved in entrepreneurship, assistive devices and also funds institutions for Persons with Disabilities, but not the persons with severe disabilities.

Persons with severe disabilities do not need assistive devices and or cannot be involved in entrepreneurship due to their unique challenges. They therefore require a financial subsistence for survival.

Goal of the PWSD-CT programme

 To improve the livelihood of persons with severe disabilities

Specific objective of the programme

To mitigate the effect of the disability to the households with persons with severe disabilities.

Implementation structure

 The programme is under the auspices of the MGCSD and coordinated by the Department of Gender and Social Development in very close collaboration with the National Council for Persons with Disabilities.

At the District level, the programme is coordinated by the District Gender and Social Development Officers, in conjunction with the District Gender and Social Development Committees and other local leaders.

In view of the above, the MGC&SD and NCPWD wishes to enlist the services of a consultant to carry out a baseline survey on current status of the persons with severe disabilities  who are enrolled in the PWSD-CT in the country. This will provide baseline information and status of beneficiaries of the programme to enable the Ministry and the Council to monitor /evaluate the impact of the programme in future.

2.0 GENERAL OBJECTIVE OF THE CONSULTANCY

 To undertake a baseline survey of PWSDs who are benefiting from the PWSD-CT propgramme in the country and write a status report

2.1 OBJECTIVES / TORs OF THE BASELINE SURVEY

i.                     To establish the magnitude of persons with severe disabilities in Kenya

ii.                   To determine the livelihood situation of persons with severe disabilities in Kenya

2.1 SPECIFIC TERMS

 The consultant will be expected to familiarize himself / herself  with the following  documents:

1. Constitution of Kenya 2010
2. Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
3. Persons with Disabilities Act 2003

4. Draft National Disability Policy
5. Other PWD survey status reports carried out in the country
6. Draft guidelines for implementation of PWSD-CT programme and targeting tools for PWSD CT.
7. Other relevant documents

The consultant undertaking the baseline survey will work under the coordination of a working committee made up of MGC&SD and NCPWD, where he / she will give constant briefings on progress of work to the committee

3.0 EXPECTED OUTPUTS

 A baseline survey report of persons with severe disabilities who are targeted in the cash transfer programme.

4.0 EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS OF CONSULTANCY

·         Postgraduate Degree in Social science disciplines or related subject

• Conversant with  the articles of the Constitution on the Bills of Rights, CRPDs, Persons with disabilities Act,
• Excellent writing and computer skills

5.0      EXPERIENCE

·         Must have undertaken similar surveys which are documented for reference

·         Extensive experience on disability issues

6.0 EXPECTED OUTPUTS

 The consultant is expected to deliver the following outputs:

i.                     An inception report.

ii.                   Draft report which is due within two weeks after data collection.

iii.                   second draft which is due within one week after having received comments on the draft

iv.                Final report which should be presented in both hard and soft copies to the Ministry and to the NCPWDs

v.                  Final report.

7.0      TIME FRAME

The consultancy will run for a period of 30 days spread out in two months.

 8.0 ROLE OF THE NCPWD

i.                     Hire the Consultant

ii.                   Sign contract with consultant

iii.                  Provide funds for the baseline survey

iv.                Be a member of the coordinating team / committee of the survey

v.                  Accompany the consultant to collect survey data

vi.                Input into the survey tool / questionnaire

vii.               Facilitate presentation of the report to the BOT

 8.1 COMMITTEE BY MGCSD and NCPWD

¨      Provide relevant documents to assist the consultancy execute the assignment smoothly

¨      Organize and facilitate meetings with the relevant stakeholders to enable consultant to collect information

¨      Participate in critique meetings

¨      Provide any other necessary information and support to facilitate the work of the consultancy

¨      Accompany the consultant to collect survey data

¨      Receive and review the report

9.0 TERMS OF PAYMENT

The Consultant will be paid:

1. 20% once the Memorandum of Understanding is signed
2. 20% after presenting satisfactory initial drafts to the MGCSD and NCPWD committee
3. 60% after presenting final report to the Ministry and NCPWD

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

HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE

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

1.   LEGAL OFFICER  - JOB GROUP ‘N’ (1 Post)

Reporting to the Director, the duties and responsibilities will entail the following:

§  Undertake legal research on litigation matters for the Council

§  Ensure that the Council is abreast with any new legislative measures

§  Advise the Council to comply with laws, by-laws and legislative requirements in all corporate matters

§  Report and present legal research and investigation findings to the management as delegated, discuss and agree on management action and assist in subsequent implementation

§  Ensure full compliance with Law, procedures and both regional and international instruments on disability.

§  Preparation of evidence and occasionally attend Court on behalf of Council’s clients.

§  Interview witnesses and document evidence on behalf of clients and occasionally attend Court on behalf of the Council

§  Administratively assist and guide the Council on legal matters

§  Interpret local legislation and international instruments on behalf of the Council

§  Preparation correspondence and preparing reports for the Council

§  Drafting legal documents for the Council

§  Handle all clients’ complaints that are of legal nature and advise appropriately.

§  Carry out ad hoc assignments for Council

Requirements for appointment

The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:

§  Must have LL.B (Bachelor’s Degree in Law) from a recognized University

§  Must have obtained a Diploma from Kenya School of Law

§  Must have been admitted as an Advocate of the High Court

§  Must have a current practicing certificate

§  Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in legal work in a busy human rights firm or a large corporate organization

§  Ability to carry out legal research, drafting and writing legal reports

§  Ability to handle Court Assignments in the Lower and High Court involving legal process and procedures on civil rights and human rights

§  Good presentation skills on diverse legal issues

§  Good communication and interpersonal skills

§  Computer literacy

Terms of Service: Permanent

Salary: Kshs. 40,835 – 42,877 – 45,021 – 47,272 – 49,636 p.m

Allowances:

House allowance: Kshs. 24, 000/= p.m
Commuter allowance: Kshs. 8,000/= p.m

Leave Entitlement kshs. 6,000 /= p.a

2     RIVER  JOB GROUP ‘E’(1 Post)

Reporting to the Transport Officer, the duties and responsibilities will entail the following:

• Ensuring proper functioning of engines cooling, oil, electrical and braking systems, wheel pressure and lubrication system.
• Detecting and reporting malfunction of vehicle systems
• Maintaining work tickets for vehicles  assigned to him/her
• Carrying only authorized passengers and goods.
• Ensuring safety of the passengers or goods in the vehicle
• Ensuring strict adherence to traffic regulations
• Maintaining security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road
• Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle
• Maintaining documentation pertaining to vehicle maintenance and repairs

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination mean grade ‘D’ plain or its equivalent;
• Valid driving license free from current endorsements for Classes B-C-E;
• At least two(2) years previous satisfactory driving experience after obtaining the driving license;
• Passed practical test for drivers;
• Passed the suitability test for Drivers Grade III;
• Certificate of good conduct (renewable every two(2) years);
• First Aid Certificate lasting not less than one (1) week from St John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution.

Terms of Service: Permanent

Salary -Kshs. 9,721×468 – 10,207×510 – 10,717 x 537 – 11,254 p.m

Allowances

House Allowance- 3,500 /= p.m

Commuter Allowance – 3,000 /= p.m

Leave Entitlement- 4,000 /= p.m

3     :FRONT OFFICE ASSISTANT /RECEPTIONIST I JOB GROUP ‘H’(2 Posts)

Reporting to the Head of Secretarial department, the duties and responsibilities will entail the following:

• coordination of reception activities;
• manning the customer care/reception desk;
• Maintaining a register on all complaints raised by customers/stake holders;
• Welcoming and directing guest/customers/stake holders;
• Maintaining cleanliness at the reception area;
• Issue visitor passes;
• Maintain good public relations in Council offices and any other duties that may be assigned.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, the candidate must have:

§  Diploma in Front Office Management/ Customer care/ Public Relations/ Communication/ Hospitality Management or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;

§  Served in the grade of Receptionist II for at least three (3) years;

§  Good oral and written communication skills in both English/Kiswahili; and

§  Computer Application skills;

     Terms of Service: Permanent

     Salary - Kshs 16,692 X 835- 17,527X 876 – 18,403 X 920 – 19,323

X 966 – 20,289 p.m

     Allowances

House Allowance- 5,000 /= p.m

Commuter Allowance – 4,000 /= p.m

Leave Entitlement- 4,000 p.a

4     :MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER -JOB GROUP “M” (1 Post)

Reporting to the Director, the duties and responsibilities will entail the following:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the M&E department in accordance with the NCPWD M&E Strategy.
• Advise the Council on evidence-based planning and in analysis of information to inform decision-making and policy development.
• Undertaking economic analysis, evaluation, and monitoring of development projects and programmes.
• Establish a national indicator set and data collection methodology to enable NCPWD to monitor progress nationally in accordance with the 2003 Disabilities Act.
• Maintain and further develop monitoring, evaluation and reporting tools for the National Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities.
• Support the District Gender and Social Development Officers in monitoring Community Based Groups receiving NDFPWD funding and ensuring quarterly reporting by those groups.
• Conduct feasibility studies and collection and analysis of data relating to the Council’s programme areas.
• Proven ability to introduce systems for programme monitoring and evaluation across multiple field sites or offices.
• Commission consultants to undertake specialist M&E work as required.
• Advise other departments on all matters relating to M&E and provide training for staff as needed.

Requirements for Appointment

• First Degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Health, Statistics, International  Development or related field from a recognized university. Must have included substantial component on advanced qualitative and quantitative research techniques. Post graduate Diploma in project Management or any other related field will be an added advantage.
• At least 3 years experience in M&E or related field.

§  Familiarity with results-based M&E and logical framework planning.

§  Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.

§  Knowledge of disability or social issues is an advantage.

§  Evidence of initiating new projects and of successfully completing projects.

§  High level of competency in Microsoft Office suite and programmes used to analyze large data sets

§  Personal attributes

• Ability to work independently and flexibly in a changing work environment.
• Ability to motivate others and to work as a team.
• Honesty and commitment to learning
• Willingness to travel to and spend time in the field.
• Good presentation and report writing skills

    Terms of Service: Permanent

     Salary – Kshs 35,275 X 1,764- 37,039X 1,852 – 38,891 X 1,944-

40,835 X 2,052- 42,877 p.m

    Allowances

House Allowance- 20,000 /= p.m

Commuter Allowance – 8,000 /= p.m

Leave Entitlement- 6,000 /= p.a

5      ASSISTANT PROGRAM OFFICER II,  JOB GROUP “L” (1 Post)

Reporting to the Program Officer, the duties and responsibilities will entail the following:

§  Planning and implementing projects and programmes within the Council

§  Coordinating various and relevant projects and programmes within the Council;

§  Supporting District Gender and Social Development Officers(DGSDO)and the Regional Officers on programme implementation

§  carrying out resource budgeting, utilization and management for project and programme;

§  Planning preparing and reviewing programme’s grant application;

§  Carrying out critical evaluation of projects/programmes at all stages  of the implementation

§  participating in the development and formulation of projects / programmes, and policies;

§  Preparing project related correspondence concerning scheduling issues.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

§  Served as a programme officer or its equivalent for at least four (4) years

§  Bachelors degree in Social Science, Business administration or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;

§  Knowledge in project/programme planning and organizational skills;

§  Computer competency skills

Terms of Service: Permanent

Salary – Kshs 30,472 X 1,524- 31,996X 1,599 – 33,595 X 1,680-

             35,275 p.m

Allowances

House Allowance- 20,000 /= p.m

Commuter Allowance – 6,000 /= p.m

Leave Entitlement- 6,000 p.a

6. ASSISTANT PROGRAMME OFFICER III –   JOB GROUP ‘H’ (2 Posts)

Reporting to the Program Officer, the duties and responsibilities will entail the following:

• Receiving fund proposals and posting it to the Fund date base
• Appraising fund proposals for persons with disabilities organizations and other stakeholders
• Communicate results of the fund applications to fund applicants
• Prepare disbursement schedules for forwarding to Finance department
• Compiling returns on funds disbursed
• Collecting and compiling data for analysis on enterprise development, scholarships, assistive devices, social protection programme to persons with disabilities organizations and other stakeholders.

 Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• A Diploma in Project management or Micro Enterprise development or Business management or equivalent field from a recognized Institution
• At least two years experience in Micro Enterprise development or project Management
• Training and facilitation skills
• Analytical skills computer application skills;

Terms of Service: Permanent

     Salary - Kshs 16,692 X 835- 17,527X 876 – 18,403 X 920 – 19,323

X 966 – 20,289 p.m

     Allowances

House Allowance- 5,000 /= p.m

Commuter Allowance – 4,000 /= p.m

Leave Entitlement- 4,000 p.a

7: SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER II – JOB GROUP ‘H’  (1 post)

Reporting to the Registration Officer, the duties and responsibilities will entail the following:

• Translate the spoken word into sign language to our clients on a daily basis;
• To provide cultural mediation as Deaf culture, like any other culture, has its own norms and values,
• To do sign language interpretation during staff and Board meetings as may be required from time to time
• To do sign language interpretation during performance appraisal and during recruitment and selection processes
• Assist in providing regular sensitization to the staff on basic sign language;
• Advice for the rights of the deaf in the provision of accessible information by all;
• Assist in creating a training plan for training staff on KSL and any other duty allocated from time to time.

Personal Attributes

§  Good listening and communication skills.

§  A good memory is also important as an interpreter will need to remember what has been said in order to translate it.

§  Observe strict confidentiality,

§  Conduct should be above reproach.

§  Should not interfere, advice, or interject personal opinions into interpreted situations.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position a candidate must have:-

§  A Diploma in Kenya sign Language or its equivalent from a recognized institution.

§  Must be fluent in English, Kiswahili and KSL

§  Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) C plain

§  At least two years experience in Kenya sign language(KSL)

§  Computer application skills

Terms of Service: Permanent

     Salary - Kshs 16,692 X 835- 17,527X 876 – 18,403 X 920 – 19,323

X 966 – 20,289 p.m

     Allowances

House Allowance- 5,000 /= p.m

Commuter Allowance – 4,000 /= p.m

Leave Entitlement- 4,000 p.a

8: INTERNAL AUDITASSISTANT II -JOB GROUP ‘J ‘(1Post)
Reporting to the Internal Auditor, the duties and responsibilities will entail the following:

• Review and preparation of routine systems & compliance audit reports for the Council.
• Carry out audit tests on all payments and other financial transactions to ensure that they comply with the financial policy and the set budgets.
• Carry out routine systems and compliance audits for all the projects funded by the National Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities.
• Participate in development of audit techniques and procedures focused on Risk Based Internal Audit.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements
• Issue of audit report queries and observations to the Head of Internal Audit for review before reporting.
• Assist in preparation of audit work plans and other programs related to internal audit.
• Carrying out special audit assignments as directed by the Head of Internal Audit.
• Any other assignments as may be assigned by the Head of Internal Audit.

Requirements for Appointment

§  At least CPA II (KASNEB) or its equivalent or Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting option)

§  At least three (3) years experience in audit related assignments.

§  Excellent communication skills, reporting skills and computer skills

§  A team player.

§  A person of high integrity

Terms of Service: Permanent

Salary -     Kshs 21,304 X 1,065 – 22,369 X 1,118 – 23,487 X 1,175 –

24,662 X 1,233- 25,895 p.m

Allowances

House Allowance- 6,000 /= p.m

Commuter Allowance – 4,000 /= p.m

Leave Entitlement- 4,000 p.a

9.   INTERNAL AUDIT ASSISTANT III – JOB GROUP H – (1 post)

Reporting to the Internal Auditor, the duties and responsibilities will entail the following:

• Participating in planning the scope and methodology of audits.
• Conducting routine audits as per the audit plan.
• Determining the accuracy and reliability of accounting records by analyzing systems and internal controls.
• Writing and providing audit reports.
• Carrying out spot checks and special assignments as may be required from time to time

Requirements for Appointment

• CPA I or ACCA I.
• IT literate and proficient in accounting software applications.
• 1 year progressive work experience in audit / accounting.
• Detail oriented.
• Good communication and customer relations skills.
• Excellent interpersonal relations.
• High level of integrity and independence.

Terms of Service: Permanent

Salary -Kshs 16,692 X 835- 17,527X 876 – 18,403 X 920 –

             19,323 X 966 – 20,289 p.m

Allowances

House Allowance- 5,000 /= p.m

Commuter Allowance – 4,000 /= p.m

Leave Entitlement- 4,000 p.a

10.  PRINCIPAL PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 

       OFFICER – JOB GROUP ‘N’ (1post)

The Principal Public Relations and Communications Officer will provide a broad range of communications and marketing support to the organization. The position reports to the Director. The duties and responsibilities are related to the following key areas:

Strategic Communications Planning, Monitoring and Reporting:

• Working with the Director and senior management team:
• Lead the planning of the Council communication strategies
• Lead the monitoring and reporting of all the organization’s internal and external communications activities
• Direct the Council’s publicity programmes to the various stakeholder groups and audiences
• Provide advice to the Director on the communications response to issues
• Develop and ensure adherence to the key messages of the Council and its various initiatives
• Coordinate communications projects with vendors and contractors

Public and Media Relations:

• Lead the development and implementation of public awareness of the Council’s activities / programs as well as the issues of persons with disabilities through various public awareness and mass media initiatives
• Organize and manage press conferences
• Respond to incoming media calls
• Determine the strategic focus, research, write/edit articles, newsletters, reports, journals and other public materials
• Determine the content and maintain the Council’s website ensuring that its updated and remains relevant

Partner and Stakeholder Relations:

• Lead the development and creation of all outbound stakeholder (disability fraternity, board and client) communications including all promotional materials (provide writing and editing support these materials)
• Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the disability fraternity to ensure the success of various communications activities

Marketing:

• Review and edit existing promotional materials for marketing effectiveness and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Coordinate the placement of marketing materials in national and local media
• Develop and coordinate new marketing initiatives that promote NCPWD and inspire greater access and inclusion for persons with disabilities

Event Planning and Implementation:

• Lead the coordination of special events such as press conferences, conferences, National Ability Awards celebration, tradeshows and activities associated with International Days such as the International Day for Persons with Disabilities
• Draft event plans, presentation materials, scripts, speeches and associated collateral material for events, conferences and other special events

Team building and staff supervision:

• Work collaboratively with a diverse staff team to create and manage cross-organizational, integrated communications strategies
• Participate in working groups to plan, coordinate and execute original communications products and publications related to special events and programs
• Oversee a small communications team and mentor members of the communications/PR team to achieve success

Requirements for Appointment

§  A Degree in Communication/Journalism/Public Relations/International Relations

§  Post-graduate Diploma in Communication/ Journalism/ Public Relations/International Relations

§  served as a Public Relations/Communication officer II for at least four (4) years;

§  Member of Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK);

§  Attended a  management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

§  Demonstrated outstanding professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.

§  Computer Application skills;

§  Excellent written and oral communication skills and good interpersonal relations; and

§  Ability to write, edit and produce a variety of communication materials for release to media and other stakeholders

§  Excellent organizational and administrative skills;

Terms of Service: permanent

Salary: Kshs. 40,835 – 42,877 – 45,021 – 47,272 – 49,636 p.m

Allowances:

House allowance: Kshs. 24, 000/= p.m
Commuter allowance: Kshs. 8,000/= p.m

Leave Entitlement kshs. 6,000 /= p.a

11.     PROCUREMENT OFFICER – Job Group ‘L’ (1 post) 

Reporting to the Director, the duties and responsibilities will entail the following:

• Ensure continuous supply and delivery of goods, services and works, as and when required for day to day operations of the Council.
• Carry out suppliers performance evaluations in accordance with existing guidelines.
• Prepare documentation, undertake tender exercises and arrange for formal execution of contracts to enable the Council obtain goods, services and works,
• Coordinate the receiving, opening and evaluation of tenders, proposals, quotations
• Issue procurement and disposal documents to suppliers in accordance with the law and regulations
• Maintain effective liaison with the legal department in respect of contract issues, ensuring that documents are legally vetted
• Co-ordinate the formal vetting of prospective tenderers to determine their suitability for trading.
• Ensuring compliance with established national and internationally recognized procurement procedures;
• Undertake negotiation with suppliers to resolve disputes, arrange contract variations and enforce contractual obligations.
• Monitor designated Council contracts to provide effective support to customers during the implementation, review and renewal of such contracts
• Coordinate procurement activities to ensure compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2005, Public Procurement and Disposal Regulations 2006 and other laws and policy documents that impact on procurement.
• To be familiar with supply markets and routinely undertake supply market research and analysis
• Maintain and update annually standing lists of pre-qualified suppliers
• Offer advisory services to user departments for effective and efficient implementation of the procurement plans.
• Maintain proper procurement records (purchase returns) i.e. for submission to the PPOA.
• Source, select and negotiate for the best purchase package in terms of quality, price, terms, deliveries and services with suppliers.
• Raise LPOs and ISO’s and conduct periodic and annual stock taking.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and delivery of the annual Departmental service plan, key performance indicators, and the Council’s procurement strategy.

Requirements for Appointment

§  Five (5) years of uninterrupted service with at least three (3) years relevant experience in supply chain management at a senior level preferably in a public sector institution

§  A Bachelors’ degree in Supplies Chain Management or Economics/ Commerce /Business Administration or other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution with postgraduate Diploma in Supplies Chain Management from a recognized Institution;

§  Membership to the chartered Institute of procurement and supplies (CIPS) or the Kenya Institute of supplies Management (KISM) or any other relevant professional body.

§  Computer Application skills.

§  Must be familiar with Public Procurement and Disposal Act.

Terms of Service: Permanent

Salary – Kshs 30,472 X 1,524- 31,996X 1,599 – 33,595 X 1,680-

             35,275 p.m

Allowances

House Allowance- 20,000 /= p.m

Commuter Allowance – 6,000 /= p.m

Leave Entitlement- 6,000 p.a

12.   PROCUREMENT ASSISTANT – Job Group H   (1 post) 

Reporting to the Procurement Officer, the Procurement Assistant will entail the following:

• Facilitate continuous supply and delivery of goods, services and works, as and when required for day to day operations of the Council.
• Assist the Procurement Officer to carry out suppliers performance evaluations in accordance with existing guidelines.
• Implement decisions of the disposal committee
• Facilitate return or replacement of rejected goods to suppliers
• Coordinate periodic and annual stock take
• Monitor stock levels and prepare purchase requisition for replenishment
• Provision of technical advice and secretarial services to the Procurement Committee.
• Prepare specifications for supplies, services and works for the Corporation in consultation with user departments.
• Assist in Preparation of tender invitation documentation.
• Participate in receiving and opening of tender documents.
• Preparation of departmental budget.

Requirements for Appointment

• Diploma in Purchasing & Supplies Management from a recognized institution.
• At least three (3) years experience in Purchasing & Supplies management.
• Membership to Kenya Institute of supplies Management (KISM) or any other relevant professional body.
• Must be familiar with Public Procurement and Disposal Act.
• Computer literacy and analytical skills.

Terms of Service: Permanent

Salary -Kshs 16,692 X 835- 17,527X 876 – 18,403 X 920 –

             19,323 X 966 – 20,289 p.m

Allowances

House Allowance- 5,000 /= p.m

Commuter Allowance – 4,000 /= p.m

Leave Entitlement- 4,000 p.a

13.           REGIONAL OFFICERS / SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICERS

         Job group ‘K’ – (12 POSTS) 

Regional Officer will be responsible for

§  Cooperating and networking with other government agencies and community groups in the regions;

§  Educating PWDs and other stakeholders in the regions about economic development, health, gender issues, social rights, roles and obligations;

§  encouraging and promoting the equal participation of persons with disabilities in Community development activities;

§  conducting literacy programmes and income generating activities;

§  planning and coordinating events and support projects in the regions;

§  receiving and vetting applications forms for grants;

§  conducting awareness and publicity programmes to promote the NCPWDs  functions in the region;

§  Identifying community issues, needs and problems; developing new community-based programmes and resources;

§  Liaising with interested groups and individuals to set up new services;

§  mediating in matters of conflict among PWDS and PWDOS;

§  Oversee the provision of technical and financial support to community projects during implementation including the promotion of new and innovative cost-effective approaches and techniques

§  Supervise and monitor project implementation including planning and reporting

§  Manage the use of regional resources, including finances, transport, equipment and stores

§  Consolidate quarterly and annual work plans and reports

Requirements for Appointment

§  A Bachelors degree in Community Development/Social Work OR a Bachelors degree in social sciences and a post graduate diploma in community development/social work or  relevant field from a recognized Institution;

§  Knowledge of regional and international instruments relating to Persons with Disabilities and general human rights

§  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

§  Computer application skills;

§  Must have worked as a community Development/Social Work officer for at least five (2) years in a relevant field;

NOTE: PLEASE INDICATE THE COUNTY YOU COME FROM.

 Terms of Service: Permanent

     Salary -          Kshs 26,323 X 1,316 – 27,639 X 1,382 – 29,021 X 1,451 –

30,472 X 1,524- 31,996 p.m

Allowances

House Allowance- 10,000 /= p.m

Commuter Allowance – 5,000 /= p.m

Leave Entitlement- 6,000 p.a

If your background, experience and competencies suit any of the above positions, please send your application quoting the reference of the position you are interested in on the envelope.

Include your current CV with three referees, email and telephone contacts, photocopies of your certificates and other testimonials.

All Applications MUST be through post office or by hand delivery.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline:  9th January 2012, 5:00 PM.

All applications should be addressed to

The Director
National Council for Persons with Disabilities
P 0 Box 66577 00800
Nairobi Kenya

ATTENTION TO:

HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Email: ncpwds@africaonline.co.ke or info@ncpwd.go.ke

All envelopes be clearly marked for the position applied for.

QUALIFIED AND SUITABLE PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities is an equal opportunity employer.

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