Assistant Director – Children Services

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is inviting applications from highly experienced and competent officers for the position of Assistant Director – Children Services. This senior role provides an opportunity to contribute to national child protection, welfare, and development programs while advancing a career within public service commission jobs in Kenya.

Key Job Information

• Position: Assistant Director – Children Services
• Organisation: Public Service Commission
• Job Scale: As per approved PSC structure
• Number of Vacancies: As advertised
• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable (P&P)
• Location: Kenya (assigned duty stations)
• Experience Level: Senior / Management level
• Application Deadline: As stated in the official advert

About the Public Service Commission

The Public Service Commission of Kenya is a constitutional body mandated to promote the values and principles of public service while ensuring efficient, effective, and ethical service delivery. Through policy oversight and strategic leadership, PSC supports government institutions in implementing national development priorities.

Working in jobs at Public Service Commission offers professionals a platform to influence policy, strengthen governance frameworks, and safeguard the rights and welfare of vulnerable populations, including children. PSC continues to play a central role in coordinating inter-agency collaboration across the public sector.

These public service commission vacancies are ideal for leaders seeking impactful careers that align professional expertise with national social development goals.

Job Description

The Assistant Director – Children Services is a senior management position responsible for coordinating, overseeing, and evaluating child protection and welfare programs across the country. The role provides strategic leadership in implementing the Children Act, national child welfare policies, and international child rights obligations.

The officer works closely with national and county stakeholders, advisory councils, and judicial institutions to ensure effective service delivery, compliance with statutory standards, and data-driven decision-making. This position is well suited for professionals searching for PSC jobs at leadership level within social services and child protection.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinating the establishment and operationalization of Area Advisory Councils (AACs) and Children Assemblies.
• Promoting children’s rights, protection, and overall welfare in line with national and international frameworks.
• Disseminating international and regional resolutions, conventions, and protocols on children’s matters.
• Providing technical advice in the development of National Plans of Action on children’s welfare.
• Disseminating operational guidelines and compliance checklists for Charitable Children Institutions (CCIs).
• Collaborating with government agencies, development partners, and civil society organizations in implementing children-focused programs.
• Preparing, reviewing, and presenting adoption reports to the High Court.
• Compiling, validating, and submitting data to the National Children’s Database.
• Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the Children Act, 2001, and identifying legislative or policy gaps.
• Compiling and submitting reports on the Presidential Bursary Fund Disbursement Committee.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum cumulative service period of ten (10) years, with at least three (3) years served in the grade of Principal Children’s Officer (CSG 8) or a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service.
• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institution in one of the following disciplines:
  • Sociology
  • Social Work
  • Community Development
  • Guidance and Counseling
  • Child Psychology
  • Criminology
  • Social Development
  • Social Studies
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance, leadership outcomes, and results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience in child protection, welfare, or social development programs.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in policy development, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Proven ability to prepare high-level reports and statutory submissions.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to public service values.

Benefits and Compensation

The Assistant Director – Children Services position is offered on Permanent and Pensionable terms in line with PSC regulations. Benefits include:

• Competitive senior-level salary based on PSC job scale.
• Pension and retirement benefits under the public service scheme.
• Job security and long-term career growth.
• Opportunities to influence national policy and social development initiatives.
• A professional work environment that supports ethical leadership and work-life balance.

How to Apply

Candidates searching for public service commission jobs, public service commission vacancies, jobs at Public Service Commission, or senior-level PSC jobs in children services are encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates should apply using the Apply Now button below. Applications must be submitted within the timelines specified in the official Public Service Commission advertisement. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Public Service Commission is an equal opportunity employer committed to transparent, merit-based recruitment and the protection of children’s rights.