Assistant Director Planning Job in Kenya - NLAS

NLAS is hiring an Assistant Director, Planning skilled in strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), policy formulation, and performance management.

REFERENCE NO.
NLAS/ASP/4/1/2026/13:

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

  • At least eight (12) years’ cumulative work experience, three (3) years of which must have been at the grade of Principal Planning Officer or in a comparable position in the Private or Public Sector;

  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Economics and Statistics, Economics and Mathematics, Statistics, Economics and Finance, or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Economic Policy, Planning and Management, Statistics, Business Administration, Project Planning and Management, or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Certificate in Leadership course;
  • A valid practicing License where applicable;
  • Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance results.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Assistant Director Planning is responsible for the following functions:

  • Facilitating the development and formulation of policies, strategies and programmes;
  • Providing advice on capital projects to ensure alignment with the strategic business goals of the service;
  • Centralizing appraisal and cost-benefit analysis for all projects;
  • Supporting departments to develop and review Key Performance Indicators (KPIs);
  • Ensuring the provision of standardized project planning guidelines, methods, systems, tools, and metrics for consistent value outcomes;
  • Monitoring and evaluating the progress of all key hospital projects and programmes in coordination with Project Managers and initiative owners;
  • Coordinating the design and dissemination of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) tools;
  • Compiling and disseminating M&E reports;
  • Coordinating the development, evaluation, and review of the Service’s Strategic Plan;
  • Assisting in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Service’s Performance Contract; and
  • Facilitating the compilation and dissemination of periodic performance reports.

Remuneration will be in accordance with NLAS Salary Scale:

  • NLAS GRADE 4. Ksh.159,916 x 14,208 – 174,124 x 14,208 – 188,332 x 14,208 – 202,540 x 14,208 – 216,748 x 14,208 – 230,956 x 14,208 – 245,164 x 14,211 – 259,375 PM.

How to Apply

NOTE: NLAS Grades 1, 2 & 3 are on a three-years contract basis, renewable once while the rest are on permanent and pensionable terms
Interested persons who meet the minimum criteria are requested to submit applications enclosing copies of the following documents.

  • National Identity card
  • Certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, 
  • Any supporting documents and testimonials..
  • Detailed Curriculum Vitae with three Referees

Application Process

  • More detailed job descriptions for these vacancies can be accessed on our website: www.nlas.go.ke
  • All applications should be submitted ONLINE to recruitment@nlas.go.ke on or before 14th August 2026 at 5:00pm Kenyan time.
  • and the letter quoting the specific position and the reference number e.g., NLAS/CEO/1/1/2026/01

All application letters should be addressed to:

Chief Executive Officer,
 National Legal Aid Service,
 P.O Box 45597-00100
 Nairobi

  • Please note that HARD COPY APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
  • Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
  • Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

The National Legal Aid Service is an equal opportunity employer; it does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
Successful candidates MUST satisfy the requirements of Leadership and Integrity as set out in Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya and shall be required to present the following documents before being issued with an offer letter;

  • Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
  • Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority;
  • Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
  • Certificate of Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau; and
  • Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board or proof of ongoing repayments.