As the demand for expert talent in development, organizational transformation, and financial management continues to grow, several leading international and regional organizations have announced a wide range of opportunities for experienced professionals in Kenya and beyond. These roles span across technical expertise, consultancy, fundraising, training, strategic leadership, and advisory services. Key organizations currently recruiting include Landesa, UNOPS, Good Shepherd, World Vision, and Concern Worldwide.
Each of these roles provides a platform for impactful work in dynamic settings. Below is a comprehensive overview of the available positions, including detailed job descriptions, duty stations, and key responsibilities.
1. Kenya Expert Pool with Experience in Kenya
Organization: Landesa
Location: Kenya (with potential support across other countries)
Closing Date: 19 July 2025
Landesa is establishing a pool of professionals with demonstrated experience in Kenya to support its mission of advancing land rights and rural development. The expert pool will include individuals with technical, research, legal, or development experience relevant to land rights and related fields.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical support on land-related policy, governance, and legal issues.
- Participate in research, analysis, and reporting on land tenure and rural development initiatives.
- Assist in the design and implementation of community-based or policy-level land programs.
- Contribute to proposals and program development as needed.
- Engage with stakeholders including government entities, civil society, and local communities.
This role is ideal for individuals with a strong background in Kenya’s development context, particularly in land rights, rural development, or public policy.
2. Organizational Development Expert in Rural Development
Organization: Landesa
Location: Kenya (with possible assignments in additional countries)
Closing Date: 19 July 2025
Landesa seeks an experienced Organizational Development (OD) Expert to help strengthen the institutional capacities of partner organizations working in the rural development space.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct organizational assessments to identify capacity gaps and areas for growth.
- Develop customized strategies to improve governance, leadership, and operational effectiveness.
- Facilitate workshops and trainings to build partner capacity in management, human resources, and performance measurement.
- Monitor and evaluate OD interventions to measure their impact on program implementation and results.
This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the strengthening of grassroots and national organizations engaged in community development, policy advocacy, and rights-based programming.
3. Pool of Subject Matter Experts
Organization: Landesa
Location: Kenya (and other operational countries)
Closing Date: 19 July 2025
Landesa is building a diverse pool of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) who can provide high-level input into thematic areas such as legal reform, land tenure, gender equality, sustainable agriculture, climate resilience, and inclusive governance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Offer advisory support in specific thematic areas through reports, briefings, and analysis.
- Participate in research and knowledge generation activities to inform policy and practice.
- Support program design and evaluation with specialized inputs.
- Engage in stakeholder consultations and strategic dialogues.
Experts selected into this pool will be called upon periodically to contribute their knowledge and insights to various projects across Africa and beyond.
4. Finance Specialist
Organization: UNOPS
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: 23 July 2025
UNOPS is recruiting a Finance Specialist to provide financial oversight, planning, and reporting services within its Kenya office operations. The role supports the effective and efficient financial management of UNOPS projects in the region.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare financial reports and ensure compliance with donor and internal financial requirements.
- Conduct project budget planning, monitoring, and revision processes.
- Support the implementation of financial systems and internal controls.
- Provide guidance and training to project teams on financial procedures.
- Liaise with auditors, donors, and partners on finance-related matters.
This position requires in-depth financial acumen and is suited to professionals who can navigate complex donor and operational environments.
5. Grants and Fundraising Officer
Organization: Good Shepherd
Location: Kenya (with regional responsibilities in two additional countries)
Closing Date: 31 July 2025
Good Shepherd seeks a Grants and Fundraising Officer to lead and coordinate resource mobilization efforts for programs focused on social justice, gender empowerment, and community transformation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop fundraising strategies and identify potential donors and funding partners.
- Prepare high-quality grant proposals, concept notes, and donor reports.
- Coordinate relationships with foundations, government donors, and multilateral agencies.
- Track funding trends and align fundraising efforts with strategic priorities.
- Support country teams in developing country-specific resource mobilization plans.
This role is ideal for individuals with excellent writing skills, donor engagement experience, and a passion for social impact.
6. Pool of Resource Persons in Mali, Madagascar, and Kenya
Organization: Landesa
Location: Kenya, Mali, and Madagascar
Closing Date: 19 July 2025
Landesa is establishing a pool of experienced resource persons in the three countries to support training, community engagement, and technical capacity-building for land and rural development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver training modules to government officials, NGOs, and community leaders.
- Support participatory processes for land mapping, registration, and policy dialogues.
- Provide localized technical support and advisory services.
- Develop culturally relevant training materials and toolkits.
- Monitor and document learning outcomes from capacity-building initiatives.
Applicants should have deep contextual knowledge of at least one of the three countries and demonstrated experience in adult education, facilitation, or community-based development.
7. Team Lead & Lead Trainer (Female)
Organization: Landesa
Location: Armenia + 11 additional countries
Closing Date: 19 July 2025
Landesa is specifically seeking a female Team Lead and Lead Trainer for an international program spanning over a dozen countries. The selected candidate will lead training initiatives targeting women’s empowerment, land rights education, and leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and implementation of training programs that focus on women’s land rights.
- Facilitate training-of-trainers (ToT) sessions and support local trainers.
- Coordinate with country teams to tailor training curricula to national contexts.
- Monitor training delivery, gather feedback, and revise modules as necessary.
- Serve as the primary contact point for training quality assurance and team coordination.
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to gender transformative programming and support women’s leadership in land and rural development spaces.
8. Strategy and Analytics Advisor
Organization: World Vision
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: 18 July 2025
World Vision seeks a Strategy and Analytics Advisor to support its national and regional programs with strategic insights, performance metrics, and planning tools.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct strategic reviews and provide input into annual plans, reviews, and assessments.
- Analyze program data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Develop dashboards and reporting tools to inform decision-making.
- Work closely with sector teams to align programming with strategic priorities.
- Support proposal development and donor reporting with strategic input.
This position is well suited to professionals who are data-savvy, detail-oriented, and passionate about transforming evidence into action.
9. Consultancy: Outcome Harvesting and Qualitative Inquiry – Prevention of Child Wasting
Organization: Concern Worldwide
Location: Mandera County, Kenya
Closing Date: 21 July 2025
Concern Worldwide is seeking a consultant or firm to conduct outcome harvesting and qualitative inquiry as part of its child wasting prevention program in Mandera.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct outcome harvesting workshops with local stakeholders and program teams.
- Gather qualitative data through interviews and focus groups.
- Analyze data to assess program impact, learning, and future directions.
- Produce a comprehensive evaluation report with actionable recommendations.
The ideal consultant will have demonstrated expertise in participatory evaluation methods, child nutrition, and humanitarian programming.
10. Consultancy: Communication Specialist – Hanaano Programme
Organization: Concern Worldwide
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: 21 July 2025
Concern Worldwide is also seeking a Communication Specialist to develop high-quality communication outputs for its Hanaano Programme. This consultancy is aimed at professionals with expertise in storytelling, content development, and strategic communications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop communication materials including case studies, impact stories, and visual content.
- Align communication outputs with donor visibility requirements and branding guidelines.
- Conduct interviews, field visits, and desk reviews to source stories and data.
- Work with graphic designers and media experts to package communication products.
- Contribute to donor reports, presentations, and advocacy campaigns.
Applicants should bring a creative, audience-centric approach and a proven ability to translate complex development concepts into compelling narratives.
These opportunities reflect the diversity and dynamism of the development, humanitarian, and governance sectors in Kenya and beyond. Whether you are a seasoned subject matter expert, a strategic thinker, or a passionate communicator, these roles offer a meaningful chance to contribute to positive change at scale.
For consultancy positions and general applications through email, please refer to the application instructions provided in the respective organization’s announcement.
For the following positions, applications must be submitted via the organization’s portal. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible:
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- Finance Specialist – UNOPS
- Grants and Fundraising Officer – Good Shepherd
- Strategy and Analytics Advisor – World Vision
These openings are time-sensitive, and early application is strongly advised.
