We are pleased to announce multiple new job openings across various programmatic areas—Education, Livelihoods, Nutrition, and Healthcare—in Kakuma and Hagadera, Kenya. These roles offer a unique opportunity for passionate professionals to contribute to meaningful development and humanitarian initiatives in some of Kenya’s most dynamic humanitarian settings. If you’re committed to making a lasting impact and are ready to work in challenging but rewarding environments, read on to find the role that best suits your skills and interests.
All positions are currently open and were announced between 10th and 11th June 2025. Be sure to refer to the attached PDF (if provided) for any additional information. Each role below includes detailed job responsibilities to help you make an informed decision.
1. Education and Livelihoods Assistant – Kakuma, Rift Valley, Kenya
Date Posted: 11/06/2025
Job Description:
As the Education and Livelihoods Assistant, you will support the implementation of education and skills training programs within the Kakuma region. Your core responsibilities will include:
- Supporting education initiatives, including primary and secondary school programs.
- Facilitating vocational training and life-skills sessions.
- Conducting community mobilization and sensitization activities.
- Assisting in the monitoring and evaluation of ongoing educational and livelihoods projects.
- Working closely with local authorities, partner NGOs, and community leaders to ensure smooth program delivery.
2. Education and Livelihoods Assistant – Hagadera, North-Eastern Kenya (Kaskazini Mashariki)
Date Posted: 11/06/2025
Job Description:
This position mirrors the Kakuma-based Education and Livelihoods Assistant role but is located in Hagadera. Key responsibilities include:
- Participating in planning and organizing educational and vocational training sessions.
- Coordinating with teachers, trainers, and facilitators on curriculum delivery.
- Gathering data on student progress and feedback for reporting.
- Supporting the logistics and administration of education/livelihood interventions.
- Promoting access to education, especially among girls and vulnerable populations.
3. Nutritionist I – Hagadera, North-Eastern Kenya (Kaskazini Mashariki)
Date Posted: 11/06/2025
Job Description:
As a Nutritionist I, you will play a pivotal role in frontline nutrition services. Responsibilities include:
- Conducting assessments to identify malnutrition cases.
- Delivering therapeutic feeding programs to affected children and mothers.
- Training health workers and caregivers on dietary best practices.
- Monitoring nutritional trends and program effectiveness through data collection and analysis.
- Engaging in community sensitization on good nutrition practices.
4. Nutritionist II – Hagadera, North-Eastern Kenya (Kaskazini Mashariki)
Date Posted: 11/06/2025
Job Description:
Nutritionist II serves as a more senior nutrition support role focused on both supervision and direct service delivery. Core responsibilities include:
- Supervising junior nutrition staff and coordinating community outreach programs.
- Conducting in-depth nutrition assessments and providing specialized dietary recommendations.
- Supporting maternal and infant feeding initiatives.
- Collaborating with clinics and hospitals to align nutrition services with medical care.
- Compiling and submitting timely reports for program tracking.
5. Volunteer Nutritionist – Hagadera, North-Eastern Kenya (Kaskazini Mashariki)
Date Posted: 10/06/2025
Job Description:
This is an ideal role for early-career nutritionists or students seeking practical experience. Duties include:
- Assisting with day-to-day activities in nutrition programs under supervision.
- Collecting and entering nutrition-related data.
- Supporting outreach activities and community nutrition awareness drives.
- Participating in the delivery of supplemental feeding and malnutrition screening.
- Learning and assisting in patient nutrition counseling.
6. Senior Nutrition Officer – Hagadera, North-Eastern Kenya (Kaskazini Mashariki)
Date Posted: 10/06/2025
Job Description:
This senior role involves both strategic planning and team leadership in nutrition initiatives. You will:
- Design and oversee the implementation of nutrition projects and budgets.
- Supervise and mentor a team of nutritionists and volunteers.
- Liaise with donors, partners, and government agencies on program matters.
- Ensure compliance with national and international nutrition protocols.
- Monitor progress, write reports, and recommend improvements based on evaluations.
7. Volunteer Nurse – Child Welfare Clinic – Kakuma, Rift Valley, Kenya
Date Posted: 10/06/2025
Job Description:
In this volunteer role, you will support clinical operations focused on child health. Key responsibilities:
- Supporting nurses in immunization drives and child growth monitoring.
- Assisting with health education campaigns on child nutrition and hygiene.
- Participating in clinic-based record-keeping and health documentation.
- Engaging in patient registration, vital signs assessment, and referrals.
- Offering logistical support for mobile child health services in the area.
8. Volunteer Clinical Officer – Kakuma, Rift Valley, Kenya
Date Posted: 10/06/2025
Job Description:
A valuable opportunity for clinical graduates or students to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting. You will:
- Assist in patient intake, triage, and preliminary assessments.
- Support licensed Clinical Officers with physical exams and diagnostic processes.
- Participate in follow-up consultations and basic treatment plans.
- Help coordinate referrals to hospitals or specialists when needed.
- Contribute to medical data entry and report generation.
How to Apply
We encourage all interested candidates to review the detailed job descriptions and submit their applications through the designated application portal. Please ensure that your application is complete and submitted before the closing date specified in the attached PDF (if provided).
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