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Project and Programme Management · Full-time

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Principal Programme Officer

State Department for Cabinet Affairs

KenyaManager · Not stated6 posts openCloses Thursday, 26 November 2026, 23:59 EATChecked 12 Nov 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

The State Department for Cabinet Affairs in Kenya is hiring a Principal Programme Officer. This full-time role is suitable for experienced public officers with a background in programme management and social sciences. The position involves working in various sectors including social, public service, cabinet affairs, evaluation, and economic sectors.

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What you will do

  • Prepare resource mobilisation proposals and monitor utilisation for special government initiatives in the social sector.
  • Conduct research and compile data on social sector reforms.
  • Implement policies, strategies, projects, and programmes related to Public Sector Reforms.
  • Undertake process mapping, business process re-engineering, and capacity-building for MDAs.
  • Provide technical advice and support to MDAs on public sector reforms and manage collaborations with various government bodies.
  • Verify and analyse data for Cabinet Committee agenda preparation and memorandum development.
  • Prepare reports, situational briefs, and progress analyses on the implementation of Cabinet Decisions and maintain related information systems.

Requirements

  • Have at least nine years of relevant work experience, including three years as a Senior Programmes Officer or equivalent.
  • Hold a Bachelor's degree in fields such as Economics, Statistics, Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Political Science, Public Administration, Law, or other relevant Social Sciences from a recognised institution.
  • Possess professional qualifications and membership in a relevant professional body, where applicable, and be in good standing.
  • Have completed a Management Course lasting at least four weeks from a recognised institution.
  • Be proficient in computer applications.
  • Demonstrate merit and ability through work performance and results.
  • Be a serving public officer.

How to apply

Apply through the employer's official contact with reference to Advert D122/2026. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 26 November 2026.

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