Senior Youth Development Officer - 2 Posts

The role of the Senior Youth Development Officer involves leading the coordination and implementation of various youth programs and projects within Kitui County. This is a permanent and pensionable position, requiring proven experience in youth development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinating implementation of youth programmes and projects.
• Sensitizing youth on health, employment, youth empowerment and participation, enterprise development, gender mainstreaming, drug abuse, crime, special needs, recreation/leisure, and community services.
• Liaising with stakeholders to undertake surveys and disseminate information on youth development issues concerning youth employment and participation, health, crime, drugs, entrepreneurship, internship and volunteerism, environmental conservation, leisure, recreation and community service.
• Participating in the establishment of youth empowerment centres.
• Coordinating and monitoring the preparation of annual work plans and reports on youth activities.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Be a Citizen of Kenya.
• Served in the grade of Youth Development Officer 1 for a minimum period of three (3) years.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Compensation and Terms

Salary Scale: Ksh. 44,400 x 1,920 – 46,320 x 2,000 – 48,320 x 2,290 – 50,610 x 2,350 – 52,960 x 2,550 – 55,510 x 2,850 – 58,360 x 2,750 – 61,110 per month. Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.