A wide range of career opportunities have been announced across leading non-governmental organizations, international development agencies, and social impact institutions operating in Kenya and the broader East African region. These opportunities span multiple sectors including community development, education, agriculture, finance, monitoring and evaluation, communications, health systems strengthening, and organizational leadership.
The current recruitment cycle reflects continued demand for professionals who can contribute to sustainable development, operational excellence, and impact-driven programs. Organizations such as Rescue Dada Centre, One Acre Fund, Sightsavers, Shining Hope for Communities, World University Service of Canada, Nutrition International, Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition, International Rescue Committee, Trócaire, Danish Refugee Council, Humanity & Inclusion, and Christian Blind Mission are actively seeking qualified candidates to support their ongoing and upcoming programs.
Below is a detailed breakdown of all available positions, including job descriptions to help job seekers understand the expectations and scope of each role.
- Kenya Empowerment Officer
Organization: Rescue Dada Centre
Closing Date: 27 April 2026
The Kenya Empowerment Officer role is centered on supporting vulnerable populations, particularly girls and young women, through empowerment programs and community-based interventions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Implement empowerment programs targeting vulnerable girls and young women
- Facilitate life skills training sessions and mentorship programs
- Coordinate community outreach activities and stakeholder engagement
- Provide case management support for beneficiaries
- Monitor and document program progress and outcomes
- Collaborate with internal teams to strengthen program delivery
- Support reporting and data collection for donor requirements
- Teacher – Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE)
Organization: Rescue Dada Centre
Closing Date: 27 April 2026
This role focuses on delivering quality early childhood education while supporting holistic child development.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate ECDE lessons
- Create a safe and supportive learning environment for children
- Monitor and assess learners’ progress
- Engage with parents and caregivers on child development matters
- Maintain classroom records and learning materials
- Support psychosocial development of learners
- Participate in school and community activities
- Tupande Soko Chief of Staff
Organization: One Acre Fund
Closing Date: 1 July 2026
The Chief of Staff will provide strategic and operational support to leadership within the Tupande Soko program.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support strategic planning and execution of organizational priorities
- Coordinate cross-functional projects and initiatives
- Manage internal communications and reporting processes
- Track performance metrics and operational milestones
- Facilitate leadership meetings and follow-up actions
- Provide analytical support for decision-making
- Ensure alignment of departmental activities with organizational goals
- Project Finance Officer
Organization: Sightsavers
Closing Date: 26 April 2026
This role focuses on financial management of projects to ensure compliance, accountability, and efficiency.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage project budgets and financial reporting
- Monitor expenditure against approved budgets
- Ensure compliance with donor financial requirements
- Support audits and financial reviews
- Maintain accurate financial records
- Collaborate with program teams on budget planning
- Provide financial insights to support project delivery
- Tupande Boiler Operator (Macadamia Unit) – Fixed Term
Organization: One Acre Fund
Location: Sagana, Kenya
Closing Date: 1 July 2026
This technical role supports production operations within the macadamia processing unit.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain boiler systems safely
- Monitor pressure, temperature, and system performance
- Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures
- Record operational data and report anomalies
- Support production teams to ensure efficiency
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues when necessary
- Logistics Specialist (Renewable)
Organization: One Acre Fund
Closing Date: 30 June 2026
The Logistics Specialist will oversee supply chain operations within renewable energy programs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage procurement and distribution processes
- Coordinate transportation and inventory management
- Optimize logistics systems for efficiency
- Ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment
- Monitor supplier performance and relationships
- Maintain accurate logistics records
- Support expansion of renewable energy operations
- Tupande Production Lead
Organization: One Acre Fund
Closing Date: 30 June 2026
This role is responsible for overseeing production operations and ensuring quality output.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead production planning and execution
- Supervise production teams and workflows
- Ensure quality control standards are met
- Monitor production performance and efficiency
- Implement process improvements
- Coordinate with logistics and supply chain teams
- Maintain safety standards in production areas
- Business Manager
Organization: Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO)
Closing Date: 30 April 2026
The Business Manager will oversee financial and operational aspects of business units.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage business operations and financial performance
- Develop and implement business strategies
- Oversee budgeting and financial planning
- Monitor revenue generation and cost control
- Supervise staff and operational processes
- Identify growth opportunities and partnerships
- Prepare business performance reports
- MERL Officer (Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning)
Organization: World University Service of Canada (WUSC)
Closing Date: 24 April 2026
This role focuses on strengthening program accountability and learning through data-driven approaches.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design and implement M&E frameworks
- Collect, analyze, and report program data
- Support research and learning initiatives
- Ensure data quality and integrity
- Develop indicators and tracking tools
- Provide insights for program improvement
- Support donor reporting requirements
- Innovations and Growth Lead
Organization: One Acre Fund
Closing Date: 25 July 2026
The role focuses on driving innovation and scaling impactful solutions across programs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead innovation strategy and implementation
- Identify opportunities for program growth
- Manage pilot projects and scale successful initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Analyze market trends and impact data
- Develop partnerships to support innovation
- Report on growth performance and outcomes
- Tupande Zone Supervisor – Nyanza
Organization: One Acre Fund
Closing Date: 2 June 2026
This position oversees field operations within a designated zone.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise field teams and operations
- Ensure delivery of services to farmers
- Monitor performance and provide coaching
- Manage logistics and resource allocation
- Track field data and reporting
- Ensure compliance with operational standards
- Engage with local stakeholders
- Senior Monitoring and Reporting Officer (Maternity Cover)
Organization: Nutrition International
Closing Date: 20 April 2026
This role focuses on high-level monitoring and reporting of program performance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead monitoring and reporting activities
- Develop reporting frameworks and tools
- Analyze program data for decision-making
- Ensure timely submission of reports
- Support program teams with data insights
- Maintain data quality standards
- Liaise with stakeholders on reporting requirements
- Head of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Organization: GAIN
Closing Date: 28 April 2026
This senior role focuses on financial strategy and organizational planning.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead financial planning and analysis processes
- Develop budgets and forecasts
- Provide strategic financial insights
- Monitor financial performance
- Support senior leadership decision-making
- Ensure financial sustainability
- Oversee financial reporting systems
- ServiceNow Administrator
Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Closing Date: 14 May 2026
This technical role supports IT service management systems.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage and maintain ServiceNow platform
- Configure workflows and system modules
- Provide user support and troubleshooting
- Monitor system performance and updates
- Ensure data integrity and security
- Collaborate with IT teams on system improvements
- Document system processes
- Grants & Compliance Officer
Organization: Trócaire
Closing Date: 26 April 2026
This role ensures compliance with donor requirements and effective grant management.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage grant documentation and reporting
- Ensure compliance with donor guidelines
- Support proposal development processes
- Monitor project implementation against grant conditions
- Maintain records of grants and agreements
- Coordinate audits and reviews
- Provide compliance guidance to program teams
- Multimedia and Communications Support – Consultancy
Organization: Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Closing Date: 27 April 2026
This consultancy focuses on enhancing organizational visibility and communication outputs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop multimedia content including videos and graphics
- Support communication campaigns
- Document project activities and impact stories
- Manage digital communication platforms
- Ensure brand consistency in materials
- Collaborate with program teams for content creation
- Deliver communication reports
- Regional Health Specialist – East Africa Regional Division
Organization: Humanity & Inclusion (HI)
Closing Date: 26 April 2026
This role supports health programs at a regional level.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide technical support to health programs
- Develop and implement health strategies
- Monitor program performance across countries
- Support capacity building initiatives
- Ensure compliance with health standards
- Collaborate with regional stakeholders
- Contribute to program design and evaluation
- Country Director – Somalia
Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Closing Date: 10 May 2026
This senior leadership role oversees country operations in Somalia.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership for country programs
- Manage operations, finance, and human resources
- Represent the organization to stakeholders
- Ensure program quality and compliance
- Lead fundraising and partnership efforts
- Oversee risk management and security
- Drive organizational impact
- Country Director – Kenya
Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Closing Date: 10 May 2026
This role provides overall leadership for operations within Kenya.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead strategic planning and execution
- Oversee program implementation and performance
- Manage senior leadership teams
- Ensure compliance with policies and regulations
- Build partnerships with stakeholders
- Drive organizational growth and sustainability
- Represent the organization at national level
- Consultancy: Development of Kenya Country Office Annual Report 2025
Organization: Christian Blind Mission (CBM)
Closing Date: 24 April 2026
This consultancy focuses on developing a comprehensive annual report.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop content for the annual report
- Compile program data and achievements
- Design and structure report materials
- Collaborate with stakeholders for inputs
- Ensure quality and consistency of content
- Deliver final report within timelines
- Align report with organizational branding
Application Process
Interested candidates are advised to visit the respective organization career portals to access full job details and submit their applications before the specified deadlines. Each organization has its own recruitment process and requirements, and applicants are encouraged to carefully review the specific instructions provided in each vacancy announcement.
