International Organization for Migration (IOM) Kenya is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals to support several ongoing humanitarian, development, and governance programmes across the country. These consultancy opportunities are designed to strengthen programme delivery in areas such as social inclusion, shelter and settlement development, programme monitoring and reporting, and procurement and supply chain management.
The International Organization for Migration is a leading intergovernmental organization working closely with governments, international agencies, and communities to address migration challenges, humanitarian crises, and development needs. In Kenya, IOM implements programmes across multiple sectors including humanitarian assistance, displacement response, infrastructure development, governance, and community stabilization initiatives.
As part of its commitment to strengthening programme impact and operational efficiency, IOM is seeking experienced consultants to contribute their expertise in technical programme design, engineering support, monitoring and reporting systems, and procurement processes. The positions offer professionals an opportunity to support large-scale humanitarian and development programmes in complex operational environments while contributing to sustainable community outcomes.
The following consultancy opportunities are currently available.
- National Consultant – GESI and Social Norms Transformative Programming
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 6 March 2026
Introduction to the Role
The National Consultant for Gender Equality, Social Inclusion (GESI), and Social Norms Transformative Programming will support the implementation of the Nabadaynta Soomaaliya programme, a major initiative focused on strengthening people-centred security and justice systems within Federal Member States (FMS). The programme places strong emphasis on transforming social norms, addressing gender inequalities, and promoting inclusive approaches within both communities and institutional structures.
This consultancy will focus on ensuring that programme interventions effectively challenge and transform harmful attitudes, behaviours, and practices that affect equitable access to security and justice services. The consultant will work closely with programme teams, facilitators, and community stakeholders to strengthen transformative approaches that promote gender equality and social inclusion.
The role requires strong expertise in behavioural change programming, social norms transformation, and gender-sensitive community engagement approaches.
Key Responsibilities
The National Consultant will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of strategies that promote transformative gender equality and social inclusion outcomes within programme activities. The consultant will also provide technical oversight and mentorship to programme teams working directly with communities and institutional actors.
Core responsibilities include:
• Supporting the implementation of people-centred security and justice programming within the targeted Federal Member States.
• Designing and strengthening strategies that address social norms and behavioural change related to gender equality and inclusion.
• Providing technical leadership to programme facilitators responsible for implementing community-based interventions.
• Ensuring the quality of implementation of transformative Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) approaches across programme activities.
• Supporting the development of tools, methodologies, and frameworks that facilitate social norms transformation.
• Working with communities to identify existing attitudes, beliefs, and practices that influence access to justice and security services.
• Facilitating dialogue and engagement between communities and security and justice institutions to promote inclusive governance.
• Supporting programme teams in integrating gender-sensitive approaches within security and justice initiatives.
• Monitoring progress and documenting outcomes related to social norms change and behavioural transformation.
• Providing technical guidance to strengthen programme learning and adaptive management processes.
• Supporting the development of reports, documentation, and programme updates related to social norms and GESI programming.
• Ensuring that interventions promote inclusive participation of women, youth, and marginalized groups in decision-making processes.
• Contributing to programme design improvements and future strategy development.
This role requires strong collaboration with programme staff, community facilitators, local stakeholders, and government actors involved in security and justice sector initiatives.
- Consultant – Programme Engineer (Shelter and Settlement) – Kakuma
Location: Kakuma, Kenya
Posting Date: 3 March 2026
Introduction to the Role
The Consultant – Programme Engineer (Shelter and Settlement) will support IOM’s humanitarian response programmes focused on shelter development and settlement planning in Kakuma. The role will contribute to the planning, design, implementation, and monitoring of shelter and infrastructure initiatives in displacement-affected communities.
Working under the supervision of the WASH, Shelter and Infrastructure Programme Coordinator and the WASH and Shelter Officer, the consultant will support the delivery of infrastructure projects that improve living conditions for displaced populations and host communities.
The role involves providing engineering expertise to support technical design, construction supervision, quality assurance, and project monitoring activities.
Key Responsibilities
The Programme Engineer will contribute to the effective delivery of shelter and settlement interventions within humanitarian contexts.
Key duties include:
• Supporting the planning and design of shelter and settlement infrastructure projects in Kakuma.
• Assisting in the implementation of shelter programmes for displaced and host communities.
• Conducting technical assessments of shelter and settlement needs in displacement-affected areas.
• Supporting the development of engineering drawings, technical specifications, and project documentation.
• Monitoring construction activities to ensure adherence to technical standards and project timelines.
• Providing technical support during project implementation to ensure quality and safety compliance.
• Conducting site inspections and verifying progress of construction works.
• Supporting the preparation of technical reports and project progress updates.
• Coordinating with contractors, engineers, and project teams involved in shelter construction.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards during infrastructure development.
• Supporting cost estimation and technical budgeting for shelter and settlement projects.
• Participating in monitoring and evaluation activities related to infrastructure programmes.
• Supporting coordination with local authorities and community stakeholders during project implementation.
The consultant will play a critical role in ensuring that shelter and settlement projects are delivered effectively and meet the needs of displaced populations.
- Consultant – Project Engineer (Shelter and Settlement) – Dadaab
Location: Dadaab, Kenya
Posting Date: 3 March 2026
Introduction to the Role
The Consultant – Project Engineer (Shelter and Settlement) will provide engineering support for shelter and infrastructure initiatives in Dadaab. The position will focus on supporting the implementation of shelter programmes aimed at improving living conditions in refugee settlements and host communities.
Working within the WASH, Shelter and Infrastructure programme team, the consultant will contribute to infrastructure planning, project monitoring, and technical implementation activities.
The role requires strong technical expertise in infrastructure development, construction supervision, and project management in humanitarian environments.
Key Responsibilities
The Project Engineer will provide engineering support to ensure the successful implementation of shelter and settlement projects.
Responsibilities include:
• Supporting the planning and implementation of shelter and settlement infrastructure projects in Dadaab.
• Conducting technical assessments and feasibility studies for shelter construction initiatives.
• Supporting the preparation of engineering designs, layouts, and project documentation.
• Supervising construction activities and ensuring adherence to approved designs and standards.
• Monitoring contractor performance and verifying progress against project plans.
• Conducting regular site visits to assess project quality and implementation progress.
• Supporting coordination between project teams, contractors, and community representatives.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental standards and safety requirements.
• Supporting project reporting and documentation related to infrastructure implementation.
• Contributing to the preparation of technical progress reports and monitoring tools.
• Assisting with cost estimation and resource planning for infrastructure interventions.
• Supporting monitoring and evaluation activities related to shelter and settlement programmes.
This role contributes to the effective delivery of infrastructure solutions that enhance safety, dignity, and resilience for displaced communities.
- Consultant – Programme Monitoring, Reporting and Information Management
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 3 March 2026
Introduction to the Role
The Consultant for Programme Monitoring, Reporting and Information Management will support the coordination and management of data, reporting, and information systems for humanitarian and infrastructure programmes implemented by IOM.
The role supports the monitoring and evaluation of interventions related to WASH, shelter, non-food items (NFI), and infrastructure development across displacement-affected areas.
Working under the supervision of the WASH, Shelter and Infrastructure Programme Coordinator, the consultant will ensure that programme data systems are effectively managed and that accurate information is available for decision-making and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Key duties include:
• Supporting programme planning and monitoring activities across multiple humanitarian sectors.
• Managing programme data systems related to WASH, Shelter, NFI, and infrastructure interventions.
• Supporting the collection, validation, and analysis of programme performance data.
• Developing and maintaining information management tools and reporting systems.
• Supporting the preparation of programme reports and donor reporting documentation.
• Coordinating data collection processes across field teams and project locations.
• Ensuring consistency and quality in programme data reporting.
• Supporting the development of monitoring frameworks and indicators.
• Producing analytical reports that support programme decision-making.
• Supporting information sharing between programme teams and operational units.
• Assisting with monitoring and evaluation activities for ongoing humanitarian programmes.
• Supporting the development of dashboards, reporting templates, and data management tools.
• Ensuring compliance with internal reporting standards and donor requirements.
The role is essential in strengthening evidence-based decision-making and programme accountability.
- Consultant – Procurement Associate
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 3 March 2026
Introduction to the Role
The Consultant – Procurement Associate will support procurement and supply chain operations within the IOM Kenya Mission. The position will work under the supervision of the Supply Chain Officer and the Senior Procurement Associate.
The role focuses on supporting the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring that procurement activities comply with organizational policies and support programme implementation requirements.
This consultancy supports operational efficiency by ensuring timely procurement of goods and services required for humanitarian and development programmes.
Key Responsibilities
Core responsibilities include:
• Supporting the end-to-end procurement process for goods and services.
• Assisting with supplier sourcing, vendor engagement, and market research.
• Preparing procurement documentation including purchase requests, quotations, and evaluation reports.
• Coordinating procurement activities with programme teams and operational units.
• Supporting supplier evaluation and vendor performance monitoring.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement policies and internal procedures.
• Supporting contract management and documentation processes.
• Tracking procurement activities and maintaining procurement records.
• Supporting logistics coordination related to procurement deliveries.
• Assisting in monitoring procurement timelines and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
• Supporting reporting and documentation related to procurement operations.
• Coordinating with finance and programme teams to ensure procurement alignment with project budgets.
The role plays a key part in maintaining efficient procurement operations that support programme implementation across the mission.
Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed terms of reference for each consultancy opportunity and submit their applications through the official recruitment platform of the International Organization for Migration.
These consultancy opportunities provide professionals with an opportunity to contribute to humanitarian response, community resilience, and institutional strengthening initiatives implemented across Kenya.
