Development Action Alliance Kenya

Health Care rights and advocacy

Every Child has the right to quality care. Quality care means a safe and caring environment for each child to grow and reach their full potential. We work with families . Read more..

Education

Quality education and training are key to a successful future. We help ensure that children’s fundamental right to education is met and young people are prepared to live independent . Read more..

Women Economic Empowerment

DAAK is committed to ensuring families and communities have access to a sustainable and dignified livelihood. Read more..

Disability rights advocacy and inclusion

We are committed to see that those who are able differently are not left behind in terms of health, equity education among others. Read more..

Our principles

WE ARE DEDICATED TO THE PROFESSIONAL PROTECTION OF CHILDREN
Our staff feel they are part of the organization, identify with its values, and share a commitment to children. A professional approach to child care and protection, balanced by compassion and understanding is promoted. A culture is created which values staff members as equal partners, recognizes their contribution, and supports their professional development.
WE RESPECT EACH STAFF MEMBER
People are our organization’s greatest asset, and each staff member is treated with respect, fairness and consistency. Our staff works together as supportive partners, in a spirit of understanding and trust. Teamwork is encouraged to bring new ideas and plans to life.
WE SUPPORT INDIVIDUAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
DAAK supports the continual development of its co-workers, helping them to improve their skills and professional capabilities. A culture that promotes learning and creativity is nurtured. Individual training needs are assessed, and performance is evaluated, encouraging the long-term growth of each employee. Long service is encouraged, to build experience. Continuity ad a stable environment in which children can grow.
WE ARE COMMITTED TO A CULTURE OF RESPONSIBILITY
Through strong leadership, effective delegation, and involvement in planning and decision-making, our staff are motivated to take full responsibility for their work, within a clearly defined frame of standards and responsibilities. Initiative and confidence are built, allowing co-workers to act decisively in addressing their daily challenges.

About Us

DAAK is a non-political, independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights, equality and the plight of the community. It is a community-led innovator that ensures communities lead change is drastic and lasting. The ambition for the organization is to fulfill the promise of the 2030 global goals in rendering a just society. Key implemented program includes Adolescent Girls SRHR, Disability rights advocacy and inclusion, Climate change adaptation programs, Education, and women economic empowerment.

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Meet Our fantastic team

As the Founder and Executive Director, George directs the vision, leads the team and oversees development. George is passionate about alleviating poverty and advancing rights of all children, women Economic empowerment and Disability rights inclusion and advocacy through child right based approach in the community. He Leads DAAK with unmatched experiences from the world of humanitarian services. George has worked for different organizations including Impact Research and Development Organization as a field researcher. He has also served in Plan International Kenya as Community Child right facilitator for more than 5 years. In the field of Education, George has also worked for Eldoret Technical Training Institute as lecturer in the department of Social Sciences. George is also a competent HIV/AID counselor; NASCOP certified and has worked for Maryland University Kenya program as a Counselor. He holds BA in Sociology from Moi University and a diploma Certificate in Social Work and Community from Siaya Institute of Technology.

GEORGE OKELLO

DIRECTOR

Jabez as the program Manager is responsible for driving the implementation of the organization agenda and coordinate the operations. Jabez comes in with over 5years experience in the implementation of different programs including Child right adcocacy, Disability rights inclusion and advocacy, Women Economic Empowerment, SRHR and Education Programs. Prior to joining our team, he worked for Kenya recross Society of Kenya, Migori branch where he built more innovative skills due to his interaction with different humanitarian services. Jabez holds a diploma in Social Work and Community Development from Rongo University.

Jabez Onduto Ogembo

PROGRAM MANAGER

DAAK Field Officers who are committed to ensure there is timely implementation of the organization programs. Besides their overwhelming experience in humanitarian services, they hold high integrity which enable them to resonate with community and organizations management.

Team Members

FIELD OFFICERS