A number of international and regional organizations are currently seeking skilled professionals and consultants to fill a variety of roles in Kenya and beyond. These opportunities cover program leadership, consultancy services, technical expertise, and advisory positions across humanitarian, development, governance, and private-sector related fields. Each listing below provides a detailed overview of the responsibilities and expectations tied to the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the job descriptions carefully before submitting their applications.
This hiring roundup highlights consultancies, fixed-term roles, technical specialists, and senior management opportunities. The positions are spread across multiple organizations including Mercy Corps, IILA, AECF, Interpeace, AFSC, CBM, Terre des hommes (Tdh), One Acre Fund, Austrian Red Cross, Action Against Hunger, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), IUCN, Blue Ventures, and BRAC.
Kenya Program Director – Mercy Corps
Mercy Corps seeks a Kenya Program Director for the E4I program. The individual will provide strategic leadership and oversee program implementation to ensure alignment with organizational goals and donor requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the design, planning, and execution of program activities.
- Providing oversight of program budgets and ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Managing program staff, fostering collaboration, and ensuring capacity development.
- Establishing and maintaining partnerships with government agencies, private sector stakeholders, and community organizations.
- Ensuring compliance with donor requirements and internal accountability frameworks.
- Overseeing monitoring, evaluation, and reporting processes to demonstrate impact.
- Representing Mercy Corps at high-level forums, networks, and stakeholder meetings.
Consultancy: External Auditor Services – IILA
IILA is seeking external auditor services to support compliance and accountability within its Kenya operations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting independent audits of financial records and transactions.
- Reviewing internal controls and assessing their effectiveness.
- Preparing detailed audit reports highlighting strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
- Providing recommendations to strengthen financial systems and processes.
- Ensuring adherence to donor funding regulations and organizational policies.
Consultancy: Risk Assessment and Risk Mitigation Plan – IILA
IILA invites applications for a consultancy to conduct a comprehensive risk assessment and develop a risk mitigation plan for the National Tobacco Control Policy.
Key responsibilities include:
- Reviewing the policy framework and identifying potential risks.
- Analyzing political, economic, and operational factors that may affect implementation.
- Engaging stakeholders in consultations to gather insights and perspectives.
- Developing a practical risk mitigation plan with actionable recommendations.
- Preparing a detailed report and presenting findings to the relevant authorities.
Consultancy: Market Risk Survey and Analysis – AECF
AECF seeks consultancy services to carry out a market risk survey, identify, and analyze key risks affecting enterprises and value chains.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and implementing survey methodologies tailored to value chains.
- Engaging with enterprises to collect quantitative and qualitative data.
- Identifying systemic risks that hinder business sustainability.
- Providing in-depth analysis of risks affecting productivity, profitability, and resilience.
- Recommending strategies for mitigating identified risks.
- Delivering a final comprehensive report with practical solutions for stakeholders.
End-Term Evaluation – Interpeace
Interpeace is commissioning an end-term evaluation of the Strengthening Local Resilience for Sustainable Peace in Devolved Kenya, Phase II (2022–2025).
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting a summative evaluation of program objectives, activities, and outcomes.
- Reviewing relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, and sustainability of interventions.
- Gathering perspectives from beneficiaries, partners, and stakeholders.
- Documenting lessons learned and best practices for future programming.
- Producing an evaluation report with evidence-based recommendations.
Consultancy on Governance and Business Structuring Support – AECF
AECF seeks consultancy services to provide tailored governance, business structuring, sustainability, and succession planning support in Kakuma-Kal.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting assessments of existing business structures.
- Advising on governance frameworks that enhance accountability and transparency.
- Developing sustainability strategies to ensure long-term impact.
- Facilitating succession planning processes with business owners and community leaders.
- Providing actionable recommendations through detailed reporting.
Feasibility Study on Child Eye Health – CBM
CBM seeks a consultant to undertake a feasibility study on child eye health in Nairobi informal settlements.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assessing the prevalence and causes of childhood eye health issues.
- Identifying service delivery gaps within target communities.
- Consulting with community leaders, health providers, and caregivers.
- Evaluating available resources and proposing interventions.
- Delivering a report with feasible recommendations for implementation.
Regional Fundraising and Proposal Writing Advisor – Terre des hommes (Tdh)
Tdh is hiring a regional advisor in fundraising and proposal development, based in Dakar, Senegal or Nairobi, Kenya.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading fundraising strategies across regional offices.
- Coordinating proposal development processes in collaboration with country teams.
- Building relationships with donors and funding institutions.
- Providing technical guidance on proposal writing, compliance, and donor requirements.
- Strengthening organizational capacity in resource mobilization.
Senior Quality Engineer – One Acre Fund
One Acre Fund is recruiting a Senior Quality Engineer to enhance operational processes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and maintaining quality assurance systems.
- Conducting regular audits and inspections of operational activities.
- Identifying process inefficiencies and recommending corrective actions.
- Collaborating with teams to enhance standards and compliance.
- Documenting quality assurance findings and reporting to leadership.
Financial Advisory Service Senior Associate – One Acre Fund
The Senior Associate will support One Acre Fund’s financial advisory services through strategic analysis and client engagement.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing advisory services to farmers and enterprises.
- Supporting investment planning and resource mobilization.
- Developing financial models to guide decision-making.
- Preparing reports and presentations for stakeholders.
- Coordinating with internal teams to ensure service delivery.
Market Access Extension and Aggregation Specialist – Dried Fruit – One Acre Fund
One Acre Fund seeks a specialist in market access and aggregation for dried fruit initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Facilitating farmer engagement in value chain activities.
- Establishing aggregation points for dried fruit products.
- Strengthening market linkages between farmers and buyers.
- Supporting training programs to enhance farmer production quality.
- Monitoring aggregation and market performance.
Regional WASH Training Delegate – Austrian Red Cross
The Austrian Red Cross is hiring a Regional WASH Training Delegate on a temporary contract until December 2026.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and delivering WASH training programs across multiple countries.
- Supporting capacity building for Red Cross and partner organizations.
- Developing training materials and tools tailored to local contexts.
- Facilitating knowledge-sharing workshops and learning events.
- Monitoring training outcomes and documenting best practices.
Market Access Extension and Aggregation Specialist – Data & Execution Support – One Acre Fund
This role will support data and execution within market access programs.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating data collection and management related to market access.
- Supporting operational planning and execution of aggregation activities.
- Engaging with stakeholders to ensure smooth program delivery.
- Producing regular performance reports for leadership.
- Assisting in the design of monitoring frameworks.
Internal Audit and Ethics Manager – Action Against Hunger
Action Against Hunger seeks an Internal Audit and Ethics Manager to strengthen compliance and governance frameworks.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading internal audits across country operations.
- Developing and implementing ethics and compliance policies.
- Investigating reported misconduct cases.
- Providing training and awareness on compliance matters.
- Reporting audit and ethics findings to senior leadership.
Obstetrician Gynaecologist – MSF Switzerland
Médecins Sans Frontières Switzerland seeks an Obstetrician Gynaecologist to support healthcare delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing obstetric and gynecological care to patients.
- Conducting deliveries, including high-risk cases.
- Performing surgical interventions when necessary.
- Supervising and training healthcare staff.
- Ensuring quality standards in reproductive health services.
Design and Production of the Great Blue Wall Impact Report – IUCN
IUCN seeks a consultant to design and produce the Great Blue Wall 2025 Impact Report.
Key responsibilities include:
- Gathering inputs from project stakeholders.
- Structuring the impact report with clear narratives and visuals.
- Designing layouts and graphics for publication.
- Ensuring high editorial and design standards.
- Delivering a professional final product ready for distribution.
Regional LMMA Toolkit Development – IUCN
IUCN invites consultancy services to develop a regional Locally Managed Marine Area (LMMA) toolkit for the Western Indian Ocean.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting literature reviews on existing LMMA approaches.
- Consulting with marine stakeholders across the region.
- Drafting a practical toolkit with guidelines and case studies.
- Testing and refining toolkit content with stakeholders.
- Producing the final toolkit for dissemination.
Management Information System (MIS) Manager – BRAC
BRAC seeks a MIS Manager for the AIM program.
Key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the development and maintenance of management information systems.
- Ensuring accuracy and security of program data.
- Supporting program teams with data analysis and reporting.
- Training staff on effective use of MIS tools.
- Enhancing system functionality to meet evolving program needs.
Closing Section
These roles provide opportunities for professionals and consultants to contribute to impactful projects in governance, health, humanitarian response, environmental sustainability, and economic development. Each position carries its own set of responsibilities and expectations, tailored to the mission of the respective organization. Interested applicants are encouraged to review the application deadlines and submit their materials promptly.
