Vacancy title:
Public Education & Advocacy Officers
Jobs at:
National Authority For the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug AbuseDeadline of this Job:
14 March 2022
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Grade: NAC 6
REF. NO: NAC/PEA/5/2/2022
Job Purpose
The purpose of the job is to provide support in implementation of preventive education aimed at campaigning against drug and substance abuse in line with the Authority’s mandate.
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
• Supervises staff on day to day assigned tasks.
Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
• Implement public education and advocacy campaigns on alcohol and drug abuse prevention;
• Provide assistance in development of training materials, and conducting training and advocacy on ADA prevention;
• Maintain effective working relationship with public, private sector and the general public.
• Participating in the implementation of operational procedures, policies and standards relating to management of alcohol and drug abuse.
• Participate in public fora relating to Alcohol and Drug Abuse activities
• Develop and implement individual work plans
• Provide support in preparing reports, concept notes, proposal writing and presentations
Job Dimensions:
Financial Responsibility
• Responsible for prudent management of funds allocated for activities
Responsibility for Physical Assets
• Responsible and accountable for the safety and custody of office equipment allocated.
Decision Making / Job Influence
Makes operational decisions
Working Conditions
• Office setting compliant with OSHA and field work
• Enhanced working relationship with employees
• Medical cover for self and family
• Group Accident cover and life insurance
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic qualifications
• Degree in Education, Psychology, Community Development, Sociology or related discipline from a recognized institution.
Professional Qualifications /Membership to professional bodies
• Member of a relevant professional body in good standing where applicable;
Other Requirements:
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity.
Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
Functional Skills
• Analytical skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Community development skills
• Public speaking skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Proficiency in computer applications
Behavioral Competencies/Attributes
• Effective communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Supervisory skills
• Time-management skills
• Professionalism
• Team player
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
Interested applicants are invited to forward their applications by post, email, courier or hand-delivery to:
Chief Executive Officer,
National Authority For the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse,
NSSF Building, Block A, Eastern Wing, 18th Floor,
P.O. Box 10774-00100 GPO
Email: careers@nacada.go.ke,
NAIROBI.
Candidates are invited to visit NACADA Website at http://www.nacada.go.ke/vacancies for detailed job profiles. All applicants MUST submit the following documents to reach NACADA Office on or before 14th March 2022.
• Application letter clearly indicating the Reference Number on the envelope and an updated CV.
• Copies of academic and professional certificates
• Other relevant testimonials
Applicants MUST meet requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya
NACADA is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to have diversity within the workforce in line with the Constitution.
Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
Any form of Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
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