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Program Officer
CountyNairobiCityNairobiContractFull TimePosted2026-08-29Close dateNot specifiedExperience2 yearsSourceJobWeb Kenya
Program OfficerNairobiFull TimeProject ManagementDevelopment StudiesMonitoring and EvaluationStakeholder CoordinationDisability ProgrammesinternshipProgram OfficerProject ManagementNon-Profit
AI summary
UDPK is hiring a Program Officer in Nairobi to plan, implement, and coordinate programmes. The role involves stakeholder coordination, monitoring and reporting, budgeting, and supporting programme learning. A bachelor’s degree and 2–3 years of relevant project or programme experience are required.
- Programme planning, implementation and coordination role
- Stakeholder coordination with OPDs and community organisations
- Monitoring, reporting, and documentation responsibilities
- Requires bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- Needs 2–3 years of project or programme experience
AI job guide
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AI salary guide
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Can you qualify for this role?
- Required2+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in internship, Program Officer, Project ManagementThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in NairobiThe vacancy is associated with this location.
- UnclearComfort with the Full Time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.
Documents to prepare
- Likely requiredUpdated CV
- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
- VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer
Application tips for this job
- Place your strongest Program Officer evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to United Disabled Person of Kenya and the role in Nairobi.
- Add concrete examples related to internship, Program Officer, Project Management, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
- Follow the instructions from JobWeb Kenya; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
- Confirm the deadline, interview location and employer contact before sharing personal documents.
- Prepare a polite question about pay, benefits and contract terms for later interview stages.
Source and safety check
- JobWeb Kenya
- Original source link available
- Application method is clear
- Deadline not specified
- No major risk signal was detected in the captured text.
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Interview preparation
- What experience makes you a strong fit for this Program Officer role in internship, Program Officer?
- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Nairobi under the listed contract or schedule?
- Prepare examples with clear responsibilities, tools used and measurable outcomes.
- Review the source and research United Disabled Person of Kenya before the interview.
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Original source description
- UDPK is seeking a qualified and results-oriented Program Officer to support the effective planning, implementation, and coordination of its programmes.
- Key
Responsibilities
- Program planning and implementation
- Coordination with Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) and other stakeholders
- Monitoring, reporting, and documentation
- Budgeting and programme support
- Supporting programme learning and continuous improvement
- Qualification,
Experience
- and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in development studies, Project Management, Social Sciences,Public Administration, Political Science, International Relations, Community Development, Disability Studies, or a related field.
- At least 2-3 years of proven work
- as a Project Officer or a similar rolemanaging a dynamic program with diverse stakeholders.
- Proven
- in Program cycle management including Design,implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Demonstrable
- working with diverse communities, stakeholders andcommunity-based organisations using participatory methodologies.
- Highly developed interpersonal, communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
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