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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

Click here to download the details:

Disability Mainstreaming Training for Trainers

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.

The consultancy service is to formulate a strategy that will guide implementation of the programmes with broad activities for achieving the desired outputs and outcomes of the Council. Full terms of reference viewed on our website www.ncpwd.go.ke or visit our offices along Waiyaki way in Westlands, opposite ABC place.

The Expression of interest document should be submitted in plain sealed envelope clearly marked EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR UNDERTAKING CONSULTANCY ON THE REVIEW & DEVELOPMENT OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES and addressed to: 

The Director,

National Council for Persons with Disabilities,

P.O. Box 66577 – 00800, Tel:  020-4452877,

NAIROBI.

And be deposited in the Tender box at NCPWD offices, along Waiyaki way Opposite ABC on or before 12^th September 2011 by 5pm.

CONSULTANCY OPPORTUNITY – TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE REVIEW & DEVELOPMENT OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

1.    INTRODUCTION

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) was established in November, 2004 following the enactment of The Persons with Disabilities Act (PWD) 2003. It was gazetted for commencement in June 2004 with sections 22, 23, 24, 35(2), 39 and 40 gazetted on 24^th December, 2009.

The Council is a Semi Autonomous Government Agency (SAGA) whose parent Ministry is Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Development. It is run by a Board currently comprised of twenty four (24) members. 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.

2.    Fundamental Statements

Vision of the Council

A vibrant agency promoting disability mainstreaming in national development

Mission Statement

Mainstream disability issues in all aspects of socio-cultural, economic and political development

Motto:

Disability Rights are Human Rights.

3.    Problem Statement

The Council is seeking services of a qualified firm or individual professional to facilitate the review of the existing strategic plan covering the period 2008 – 2012 and develop new Strategic plan for the period 2011 – 2015.

Successful applicants must be familiar with the general social, economic and political environment that influences the lives of persons with disabilities in Kenya. They must be aware of the social and physical barriers that hinder or enhance inclusive development as well as the national and international trend towards the mainstreaming of disability in development planning.

They must in particular be familiar with the government vision on the improvement of the standards of life of persons with disabilities as expressed in, among other documents, the Persons with Disabilities Act 2003, the draft National disability policy, Special Needs Education policy, Draft National social protection policy, Vision 2030 documents, Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Development Strategic Plan and the Constitution etc.

They should also be familiar with the international documents, such as the World Programme of Action, UN Standard Rules on equalization of Opportunities for Persons with disabilities and the more recent Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

4.    OBJECTIVES OF THE CONSULTANCY

The objective of this consultancy is to facilitate the strategic planning process for the NCPWD that will culminate into a 5 year strategic plan for the council. The specific objectives are hereby stated as:

1. Formulate the rationale, objectives and expected outputs and outcomes of the council programmes
2. Review the National Council for Persons with Disabilities 2008-2012 Strategic Plan,
3. Facilitate development of new Strategic Plan 2011 – 2015,
4. Formulate a strategy that will guide implementation of the programmes with broad activities for achieving the desired outputs and outcomes
5. Identify the principle partners for successful implementation of the council programmes
6. Define detailed priorities of the programmes

5.    SCOPE OF WORK

The Consultant is encouraged to recommend changes to the tasks below should they feel the changes will enhance the planning process

Coalition Building:

1. Identify all stakeholders that have direct interests in the council activities. They may be from the formal, non-formal or private sectors. This will involve listing of people, groups and institutions that influence work of the council
2. Refine the list of participating stakeholders and expand the list to ensure all interests are taken on board
3. Facilitate participation of all the stakeholders in the planning process at different stages through various workshops
4. The coalition building will enable the stakeholders to have ownership of the strategic plan

 Environmental Scan

Will include but not limited to:

1. Develop an understanding of the current situation on disabilities including current issues, concerns, problem areas, quantification of the severity of the problems
2. Describe the social, political and economic settings
3. Document current relevant policy frameworks, laws, approaches and national implementation plans
4. Document key achievements from the implementation of the previous plan
5. Review organizational structures and institutional arrangements
6. Review goals and measurable objectives

7.      Analyze strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats

Terms of Reference

1.       Gather information on legislations, policies, other documents and stakeholders in order to understand the NCPWD’s objectives and operating environment.

2.      Facilitate a five-year strategic plan process to include environment assessment and a five-day’s strategic planning workshop for the members of the Council and other strategic stakeholders among them representatives of the DPO’s

3.      Develop and present to the Council a progress report,

4.      Subject the draft strategic plan to a one-day debriefing workshop,

5.      Finalize and submit the Strategic Plan.

Time Frame:

The final product of the process will be a five-year strategic Plan with a detailed roll-out plan and activities for the first one year to be submitted within one month from the signing of the contract.

Interested applicants are requested to submit their bid alongside with their CV’s, a detailed proposal indicating their work schedule from the commencement to the end of the consultancy and the expected consultancy fee on or before 12^th September, 2011 by 5pm.

6.    Responsibilities of NCPWD

1. The contact person in the NCPWD will be the Director, for the duration of the assignment
2. Provision of all relevant background documents
3. Liaison and communication with stakeholders
4. Provision of financial compensation for this assignment

7.    Expertise

1. A lead consultant or consulting firm experienced in strategic planning in Sub-Sahara Africa will be hired to lead the process
2. Some experience with organizations working with or for persons with disabilities will be an added advantage
3. The consultant or consulting firm will be expected to form a team to deliver on the NCPWD expectations
4. The successful bidder will have a minimum of a master’s degree in relevant fields and at least five years of professional experience in strategic planning and management

8.    Procedures for Submission

Send sealed envelopes clearly marked EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR UNDERTAKING CONSULTANCY ON THE REVIEW & DEVELOPMENT OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES and addressed to: 

The Director,

National Council for Persons with Disabilities,

P.O. Box 66577 – 00800, Tel:  020-4452877,

NAIROBI.

And be deposited in the Tender box at NCPWD offices, along Waiyaki way Opposite ABC on or before 12^th September 2011 by 5pm.

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.

Work is to be undertaken between September and October 2011. Full terms of reference can be viewed on our website www.ncpwd.go.ke or visit our offices along Waiyaki way in Westlands opposite ABC place.

The Expression of Interest document should be submitted in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR UNDERTAKING CONSULTANCY ON BASELINE SURVEY- EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE and addressed to: 

The Director,

National Council for Persons with Disabilities,

P.O. Box 66577 – 00800, Tel:  020-4452877,

NAIROBI.

And be deposited in the Tender box at NCPWD offices, along Waiyaki way Opposite ABC on or before 12^th September 2011 by 5pm.

CONSULTANCY OPPORTUNITY – TERMS OF REFERENCE Baseline Survey: Employment of Persons with Disabilities in the Public Service –Local tender Dated 29^th August 2011

1.    OVERVIEW

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities is a Semi-Autonomous Government Agency (SAGA) under the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Development. It was set up by Act of parliament in 2004 to promote the rights of persons with disability in Kenya and mainstream disability issues into all aspects of national development.

NCPWD has seven strategic objectives, the second of which is to ‘Ensure that statistics about persons with disabilities are maintained and that they are registered for the purposes of planning and providing services’. The 2011-12 Performance Contract between the Government of Kenya and the NCPWD identifies as a priority the following:

• Conduct baseline survey to establish the employment of persons with disabilities in the Public Service.

NCPWD seeks to contract an agency (agencies) or individual(s) to undertake this work between September & October 2011.

2.    PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Purpose: The purpose of this survey is to establish the extent to which persons with disabilities are employed in the Public Service . It should also identify what barriers exist to employment and how these barriers could be overcome. The findings will serve as a baseline against which progress can be measured in future years.

Persons with disabilities can have a wide range of impairments, including physical, visual, hearing, speech, mental, intellectual, albinism, autism etc. This impairment becomes a disability when society does not make reasonable adjustments to accommodate these persons and allow them to function normally. Access for all disability types should be considered in this survey.

Scope: This baseline survey will be carried out throughout the Public Service .

Deliverables: An inception report with detailed project plan including tools to be used for data collection to be presented to the Public Relations & Advocacy (PRA) committee. A zero report for review by NCPWD followed by the final report with recommendations. The final report should be printed (4 copies) and provided in soft copy.

3.      SELECTION PROCESS

The consultant agency should provide a proposal which details in their experience in this field, suggested methodology, timeline and costing. Information should include how they intend develop survey instruments, secure the participation of relevant organizations, collect data and involve persons with disabilities.

The successful agency will have extensive experience of research. They will have substantial experience in the field of disability, social services or other related field, preferably in Kenya. They will be able to provide evidence of past work which demonstrates the highest level of methodological thoroughness, accuracy, and critical analysis as is expected by the Government of Kenya.

4.    Procedures for Submission

Send sealed envelopes clearly marked EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR UNDERTAKING CONSULTANCY ON BASELINE SURVEY- EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE and addressed to: 

The Director,

National Council for Persons with Disabilities,

P.O. Box 66577 – 00800, Tel:  020-4452877,

NAIROBI.

And be deposited in the Tender box at NCPWD offices, along Waiyaki way Opposite ABC on or before 12^th September 2011 by 5pm.

Report on your mainstreaming activity here!

Please ensure that you record all of your reports in the new reporting template. Download it below and return in hard or soft copy to NCPWD.

Guidance Notes: In the Performance Indicators/Targets, record in numbers what you were aiming to achieve (e.g. Objective 3, Target 3: Employ persons with disabilities and retain those who acquire disabilities; Performance Indicators/Targets: How many Persons with Disabilities did you aim to employ/retain), and in the Outputs record what actually happened (e.g. How many Persons with Disabilities were actually employed/retained). The Outputs should therefore be recorded after the activity has actually taken place.

Enquiries to: B.Musgrave@ncpwd.go.ke

NCPWD Disability Maintreaming Reporting Template