Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) has announced exciting career opportunities for qualified professionals seeking to contribute to Kenya’s private sector growth and trade development. The organization is currently recruiting experienced candidates to fill two senior leadership positions that will play a critical role in advancing its strategic objectives.
These opportunities are ideal for professionals with experience in membership development, business services, trade promotion, and stakeholder engagement. Successful candidates will join an organization dedicated to promoting enterprise development, enhancing trade opportunities, and supporting the growth of businesses across Kenya.
The available vacancies are outlined below.
- Head of Trade Development
The Head of Trade Development will provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of trade programs and initiatives aimed at promoting local, regional, and international trade opportunities for Chamber members and the wider business community.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the formulation and execution of trade development strategies.
- Promoting local and international trade opportunities for members.
- Developing partnerships with government agencies, development partners, and the private sector.
- Coordinating trade missions, exhibitions, and business networking events.
- Supporting initiatives that improve market access for Kenyan businesses.
- Monitoring emerging trade trends and providing strategic recommendations.
- Enhancing the Chamber’s role in facilitating domestic and international commerce.
- Preparing reports and providing leadership on trade-related projects and initiatives.
- Head of Membership Growth and Services
The Head of Membership Growth and Services will be responsible for driving membership acquisition, retention, engagement, and service delivery while ensuring members receive value from the Chamber’s programs and initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing membership growth strategies.
- Enhancing member recruitment and retention initiatives.
- Strengthening member engagement through quality services and programs.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with Chamber members.
- Coordinating membership events, networking forums, and outreach activities.
- Identifying opportunities to improve member satisfaction and experience.
- Monitoring membership performance and preparing periodic reports.
- Supporting initiatives that increase the value proposition offered to members.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to forward their applications by email, enclosing an updated detailed CV and Cover Letter, to [email protected] on or before 19th June 2026.
Applicants should indicate the position they are applying for in the email subject line. For example:
- Head of Membership Growth and Services
- Head of Trade Development
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
