Our Heritage & Mandate
Providing structured character formation, resilience, and civic engagement across generations.
State Corporation & Statutory Mandate
The President’s Award – Kenya (PA-K) was established in 1966 by the Founding Father of the Nation, the late Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, who served as its first Patron. The Award transitioned into a State Corporation under the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports through the President's Award Act Cap. 216C of 2017.
The Act mandates PA-K to regulate the conferring of Awards, establish mechanisms and standards for non-formal learning, and provide a balanced, non-competitive programme promoting personal discovery, perseverance, and community service.
Global Network & Continental Leadership
PA-K operates under The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation, running in over 130 countries and territories. In Kenya, it empowers young people between the ages of 14 and 24 across schools, universities, faith-based groups, uniformed organizations, and rehabilitation facilities.
The President's Award - Kenya currently ranks 1st in Africa and 2nd globally for youth participation and societal impact, proudly serving as the designated Africa-Asia Hub for international youth development.
Who We Are
Kenya's premier non-formal education and youth empowerment state agency.
Vision, Mission & Core Values
Our Vision
A leading Agency equipping young people with positive life skills and fostering character development to succeed in a dynamic world.
Our Mission
To empower young people between the ages of 14 and 24 to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery, resilience, skills development, and voluntary service through a balanced self-development programme for building a prosperous nation.
Core Values
- Integrity: Uncompromising ethical conduct and accountability
- Inclusivity: Equitable access across all gender, ability, and regions
- Professionalism: Highest standards of excellence in delivery
- Innovativeness: Fostering creative solutions to modern challenges
Strategic Themes & Goals
Six core pillars steering institutional transformation and youth reach nationwide.
Online Record Book (ORB) Uptake
Scale digital accessibility, train 20,000 Award Leaders, and onboard 300,000 participants onto the ORB mobile and web platforms.
Award Community & Online Learning Hub
Operationalize digital learning environments for peer-to-peer collaboration, leader refresher courses, and interactive training.
Participant Recruitment & Expansion
Expand Award Centres across all 47 counties, TVETs, Teacher Training Colleges, informal settlements, and marginalized youth communities.
Retention & Completion Rates
Strengthen participant journey tracking, increase transitions from Bronze through Gold, and celebrate award ceremonies nationwide.
Resource Mobilization & Partnerships
Diversify funding bases through Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), foundation grants, and development partner agreements.
Policy, Legal & Institutional Framework
Modernize ICT infrastructure, automate governance via e-Board systems, and ensure full compliance with the Data Protection Act 2019.
The Board of Trustees
Providing strategic direction and fiduciary oversight in accordance with the Mwongozo Code of Governance.
Mr. Paul Mbatha
Chairman, Board of TrusteesDedicated leader, agribusiness entrepreneur, and community servant. He brings to the Board a wealth of experience in community leadership, guided by a philosophy of productivity, integrity, and active contribution.
Mr. Eugene Masombo
Independent Board MemberSoftware development expert in banking and finance in Africa. A seasoned professional spanning engineering, enterprise administration, and public governance.
Ms. Emma Maumo
Independent Board MemberStrategically driven legal professional with over ten years of expertise in constitutional, criminal, commercial, and corporate practice, leading compliance frameworks.
Mr. Aaron Lesiantam
Independent Board MemberAccomplished development practitioner with extensive expertise in program design, resource mobilization, and community development.
Mr. Shimoy Khalif
Independent Board MemberYoungest member of the Board, professional in governance, development, logistics, procurement, and youth welfare.
Ms. Racheal Njenga
Independent Board MemberResults-oriented Gender and Education Program Specialist with over eight years of progressive experience in youth and gender-transformative programs.
Ms. Anne Chelangat
Alternate Member, The National TreasurySenior Deputy Secretary/Administration at The National Treasury. Serves on the Finance, Supply Chain, and Programmes Committees.
Mr. Jared King’oina
Alternate Member, State Dept for Youth AffairsAccomplished economist and administrator representing the Principal Secretary, State Department for Youth Affairs & Creative Economy.
Ms. Margaret Kiogora, CHRP-K
CEO & Secretary to the BoardChief Executive Officer of The President's Award - Kenya, spearheading national character development and non-formal education frameworks.
Management Secretariat
Leading day-to-day operations, curriculum quality assurance, and nationwide program execution.
Ms. Margaret Kiogora, CHRP-K
Chief Executive OfficerDirects strategic growth, stakeholder mobilization, and execution of the President's Award Act Cap 216C.
Ms. Maria Birgen - MKAPM
Deputy Director, ProgrammesProgramme and project management professional with over 15 years of experience in youth development and institutional partnerships.
CPA Peter Kamau
Head of Finance & AccountsCertified Public Accountant overseeing financial management, public sector budgeting compliance, and financial reporting.
Mr. Emmanuel Ouko, MCSK
Head of Information & Communication Technology / DPOICT professional specializing in enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity, systems governance, and statutory data protection.
Ms. Neddy Mbori
Head of Corporate CommunicationsCommunications professional with over 11 years in strategic public relations, media engagement, and institutional visibility.
Ms. Wendy Langat, CHRP-K
Head of Human Resources & AdministrationPeople-centered HR leader overseeing talent acquisition, employee relations, organizational development, and compliance.
Mr. Alex Kamba
Head of Supply Chain ManagementSupply chain practitioner managing procurement planning, compliance with PPADA 2015, and logistics administration.