Counselors at NACADA
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) was established vide an Act of Parliament in July 2012, and mandated to coordinate a multisectoral effort aimed at preventing, controlling and mitigating the impact of alcohol and drug abuse in Kenya.
NACADA wishes to recruit dynamic, result-oriented and self-driven Kenyan citizens to fill the following vacant positions:
Position Title: Counselors
Ref. NAC/CO/09/13
2 Positions
Reporting to: Manager, Medical Rehabilitation
Terms: Permanent and Pensionable
Duty Station: Nairobi
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide support in the development of proposals and concepts for treatment and rehabilitation activities;
- Undertake the implementation of treatment and rehabilitation program activities;
- Conduct monitoring of the treatment and rehabilitation programs;
- Support report writing on the treatment and rehabilitation activities;
- Provide counseling services on the 24hr helpline;
- Maintain effective filing system for soft and hard copies of programs and reports.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Psychology or related field from a recognized University;
- Diploma in Addiction Counseling will be an added advantage;
- Minimum three (3) years’ relevant experience in a similar position;
- A team player, able to cope with a highly challenging and fast paced environment;
- Ability to work under minimal supervision;
- Must possess excellent communication skills (English and Kiswahili both oral and written);
- Excellent writing and computer skills.
How to Apply
Candidates should forward their applications by post, courier or hand-delivery,
enclosing current and detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, day time telephone contacts, current and expected remuneration, notice period required to take up the appointment if
successful, and names, addresses and emails of (3) three professional referees.
All applications should have the job reference number clearly marked on the envelope so as to reach the undersigned not later than 3rd October 2013.
NACADA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Chief Executive Officer
National Authority For the Camapign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse,
NSSF Building, Block A, Eastern Wing, 18th Floor,
P.O. Box 10774-00100 GPO,
Nairobi
