A reputable organization implementing sports, inclusion, and community-based development initiatives in Kenya is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals to fill several project-based and programmatic roles. These opportunities are part of ongoing and upcoming initiatives aimed at expanding access to basketball programs, strengthening disability inclusion, improving project delivery, and enhancing communication accessibility across multiple counties.
The organization operates in diverse community settings, including urban, peri-urban, and rural environments, and works closely with schools, community groups, local authorities, and partner institutions. The roles advertised in this notice are critical to the successful implementation of programs that promote youth development, inclusive participation, capacity building, and structured sports programming.
This vacancy announcement is intended for publication on a third-party job board and is written to provide comprehensive information on each position, including scope of work, responsibilities, reporting structures, and expected deliverables. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the detailed job descriptions for each role to determine suitability before applying.
Available Positions
- Basketball Coaches – 20 Positions
Duty Stations: Kajiado, Nairobi, Machakos, Kiambu (Kenya)
Position Overview
The Basketball Coach positions are field-based roles responsible for the delivery of structured basketball training and development programs across designated counties. The coaches will work directly with children, youth, and community teams to support skill development, teamwork, discipline, and positive social engagement through basketball. These roles are integral to grassroots sports development and community engagement initiatives.
Basketball Coaches will be deployed across Kajiado, Nairobi, Machakos, and Kiambu counties, with assignments determined based on program needs. The role requires regular interaction with schools, community centers, and local stakeholders to ensure consistent and effective program delivery.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Basketball Coaches will be responsible for planning and conducting regular basketball training sessions aligned with program objectives and participant needs. This includes organizing drills, practice routines, and structured gameplay sessions that support skill progression and physical development.
They will facilitate age-appropriate and skill-level-appropriate coaching sessions, ensuring that all participants are actively engaged and supported throughout training. Coaches will be expected to promote sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and respect among participants.
The role involves identifying and nurturing talent within the program, providing guidance and mentorship to promising players, and supporting pathways for further development where applicable. Coaches will monitor participant attendance, engagement, and progress, maintaining accurate records as required by the program.
Basketball Coaches will also organize and support local matches, tournaments, and community basketball events. This includes coordinating logistics, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines, and working with community leaders and school administrators to facilitate participation.
Another key responsibility is ensuring that training environments are safe, inclusive, and supportive. Coaches will be expected to follow child safeguarding policies and promote inclusive participation regardless of gender, background, or ability.
Coaches will collaborate closely with program coordinators and other staff members, providing regular updates on activities, challenges, and achievements. They may be required to contribute to basic activity reports, highlighting key outcomes and lessons learned.
Engagement with parents, guardians, teachers, and community stakeholders is also part of the role. Coaches will help build positive relationships that support participant retention and community ownership of the program.
- Disability Inclusion Officer – Basketball Experience
Duty Station: Kenya
Position Overview
The Disability Inclusion Officer is a specialized role focused on ensuring that basketball and related sports programs are accessible, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of persons with disabilities. The position supports the integration of inclusive practices across program design and implementation, with a particular emphasis on basketball-based initiatives.
This role works across teams to embed disability inclusion principles into training sessions, events, and community engagement activities. The Disability Inclusion Officer will provide technical guidance and practical support to ensure that participants with disabilities can meaningfully and safely participate in basketball programs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Disability Inclusion Officer will assess existing basketball programs to identify barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. This includes reviewing training approaches, facilities, equipment, and communication methods to determine areas requiring adaptation or improvement.
They will work closely with Basketball Coaches and program staff to design and implement inclusive coaching strategies. This may involve adapting drills, modifying rules, or recommending alternative approaches that accommodate diverse physical, sensory, or cognitive needs.
The role includes providing on-the-job guidance and capacity support to coaches and field staff on disability inclusion practices within sports settings. The officer will support the development of inclusive session plans and practical tools that can be used consistently across program sites.
The Disability Inclusion Officer will also contribute to the planning and delivery of inclusive sports events, ensuring that participants with disabilities are considered at all stages, from outreach and registration to participation and follow-up.
Monitoring and documentation are key aspects of the role. The officer will track participation of persons with disabilities, document inclusion-related challenges and successes, and contribute to internal reports and learning materials.
The position requires engagement with disability-focused organizations, community groups, and relevant stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and referral pathways. This collaboration supports improved outreach, resource sharing, and alignment with best practices in inclusive sports programming.
The officer will support compliance with organizational safeguarding and inclusion policies, ensuring that all activities uphold dignity, respect, and safety for participants with disabilities.
- Project Assistant
Duty Station: Kenya
Position Overview
The Project Assistant role provides operational and administrative support to project teams implementing sports, inclusion, and community development initiatives. This position plays a key role in ensuring that project activities are well-coordinated, documented, and executed in line with approved plans.
The Project Assistant works under the guidance of project leadership and collaborates with field staff, partners, and service providers to support day-to-day project operations. The role is suited to an individual with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks within a dynamic project environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Project Assistant will support the coordination of project activities, including scheduling meetings, trainings, and field visits. This involves liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely communication and logistical arrangements.
They will assist in maintaining project documentation, including activity plans, attendance records, reports, and correspondence. Accurate record-keeping is a core responsibility, supporting accountability and effective project monitoring.
The role includes supporting procurement and logistics processes at the project level. This may involve tracking requests, following up on deliveries, and ensuring that materials and equipment are available for planned activities.
The Project Assistant will support financial tracking at a basic level, such as compiling expense documentation, monitoring activity-related costs, and supporting submission of financial reports in line with internal procedures.
They will assist in data collection and consolidation for monitoring and reporting purposes. This includes gathering information from field teams, organizing data, and contributing to progress reports and donor updates.
The position also involves supporting communication and coordination with partners, schools, community groups, and service providers involved in project implementation. The Project Assistant will help ensure that information flows smoothly and that stakeholders are informed of relevant activities and timelines.
Additional responsibilities may include supporting event organization, preparing meeting materials, and providing general administrative support to the project team as required.
- Sign Language Interpreter (SLI) – 6 Positions
Duty Station: Kenya
Position Overview
The Sign Language Interpreter roles are designed to support effective communication and inclusion for deaf and hard-of-hearing participants involved in program activities. These positions ensure that information, instructions, and interactions are accessible during trainings, meetings, workshops, and community events.
The Sign Language Interpreters will work closely with program staff, coaches, and participants to facilitate clear and accurate communication. The roles are critical to the organization’s commitment to inclusive participation and equal access to program activities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Sign Language Interpreters will provide interpretation services during basketball training sessions, workshops, meetings, and public events as required. This includes interpreting spoken communication into sign language and, where necessary, conveying signed communication to hearing participants.
They will support communication between deaf participants and coaches, facilitators, and peers, ensuring that instructions, feedback, and discussions are clearly understood.
The role involves preparing for interpretation assignments by familiarizing themselves with program content, terminology, and activity formats. This preparation supports accuracy and effectiveness during interpretation.
Sign Language Interpreters will work collaboratively with program staff to identify communication needs and plan appropriate interpretation support for various activities. This includes advising on optimal positioning, pacing, and communication flow during sessions.
They will uphold professional standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and impartiality in all interpretation assignments. Interpreters are expected to maintain respectful and supportive interactions with all participants.
The role also includes contributing to a safe and inclusive environment by supporting safeguarding and inclusion principles. Interpreters will be attentive to participant well-being and raise any concerns through appropriate channels.
Where required, Sign Language Interpreters may support the documentation of interpretation activities, including basic records of sessions supported and participant engagement.
General Notes Applicable to All Positions
All roles require adherence to organizational policies, including safeguarding, inclusion, and code of conduct standards. Staff members are expected to perform their duties in a professional, respectful, and accountable manner.
The positions may involve field-based work and collaboration with diverse communities and stakeholders. Flexibility and the ability to work in dynamic environments are essential across all roles.
Reporting structures, contract duration, and specific deployment details will be communicated to successful candidates during the engagement process.
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications through the designated application platform. Applications should be completed in full and submitted within the specified application period.
