NACADA Manager, Regional Coordination - Jobs in Kenya

NACADA Manager, Regional Coordination - Jobs in Kenya

Reports to: Director, Public Education, Advocacy and Rehabilitation

Direct Reports: Regional Managers

Indirect Reports: N/A

Job Purpose

Responsible to the Director Public Education, Advocacy and Rehabilitation for overall regional coordination of the programs on prevention, facilitation of public participation in the control of alcohol and drug abuse, inter-agency collaboration and liaison among lead Agencies responsible for alcohol and drug-demand reduction preventive education counselling and rehabilitation and compliance in line with the Authority’s mandate. Assist
and support County Governments in developing and implementing policies, laws, plans of action on control of drug abuse.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Provide technical advice to the director on matters relating to regional coordination

Ensure effective operations of the regional offices to enhance service delivery in line with the authority mandate

Coordinate the development of work plans for regional coordination department and undertake continuous performance monitoring and evaluation on the programs

Establish, operationalize and maintain effective working relationship with the stakeholders in the elimination of the alcohol and drug abuse in the regions

Initiate county level partnerships to support drug demand reduction initiatives

Coordinate implementation of operational procedures, policies and standards relating to the management of alcohol and drug abuse in the regions

Prepare annual departmental planning and budgeting for all the relevant programmatic area

Oversee the development and implementation of a robust risk management framework within the department.

Participate in the development the strategic plan and performance contracts and its implementation

Report on progress of regional offices programs and activities and make appropriate recommendations for improvement

Coordinate public participation on alcohol and drug demand related matters at county level;

Coordinate county driven interagency activities;

Participate in public fora relating to drug demand reduction activities

Oversee mainstreaming of alcohol and drug abuse prevention and management initiatives in county government level institutions

Spearhead the Ensure that officers work with diverse groups of stakeholders to develop consensus and partnerships.

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Responsibility for Physical Assets

Responsible and accountable for the safety and custody of office equipment allocated.

III. Decision Making / Job Influence

Oversee the collaboration with other departments to ensure continual improvement internal controls and procedures.

IV. Working Conditions

Office setting compliant with OSHA

Cordial working relationship with the Board

Enhanced working relationship with employees

Periodic national and international travels

Medical cover for self and family

Group Accident cover and life insurance

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

Master’s degree in Counseling, Education, Psychology, Community Development, Sociology or related discipline in social science from a recognized institution

Bachelor’s Degree in the following disciplines: Education, Psychology, Counselling, Community Development, Sociology or related discipline in social science or a relevant qualification from a recognized institution.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

Membership and good standing in a relevant professional Body

Previous relevant work experience required.

At least eight (8) years working experience, three (3) of which must be in management;

Other requirements:

Leadership course from a recognized institution; and

Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity.
Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

Functional Skills

Knowledge of strategic management

Analytical skills

Strong negotiation and reporting skills

Strong presentation skills

Proficiency in computer skills

Mentorship and Coaching

Behavioral Competencies/Attributes

Effective communication skills

Leadership and supervision

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Ethical and integrity

Team player



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