he European Union Delegation to Kenya has announced new career opportunities in Nairobi for professionals seeking to work within an international and multicultural environment. The vacancies are open under both the EU Delegation to Kenya and the European Commission’s Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO).
These opportunities present a chance for experienced professionals in finance, contracts, administration, and logistics to contribute to the work of the European Union in Kenya while supporting regional operations across East Africa.
All positions are based in Nairobi and fall under the Local Agent category.
The available vacancies are:
- Finance and Contracts Officer – Post No. 514235
- Logistics Associate – Ref. ECHO/LA/NRO
- Administrative Agent – Ref. ECHO/AA/NRO
Detailed descriptions for each role are outlined below.
1. Finance and Contracts Officer – Post No. 514235
Location: Nairobi
Category: Local Agent
Application Deadline: 12 June 2026
The European Union Delegation to Kenya is seeking to recruit a Finance and Contracts Officer to serve within the Regional Partnerships Unit.
This position offers an opportunity for a finance professional to support financial management, contract administration, and operational compliance within the Delegation’s partnership programmes. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the financial and contractual processes linked to EU-funded activities and regional partnerships.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Finance and Contracts Officer will be expected to:
- Support the financial administration of programmes and projects managed by the Regional Partnerships Unit
- Assist in preparing, processing, and monitoring contracts and financial agreements
- Ensure financial transactions are handled accurately and in line with EU procedures
- Review budgets, expenditures, payment requests, and supporting documentation
- Support procurement and contract implementation processes
- Follow up on contract execution timelines and reporting obligations
- Maintain financial and contractual records for audit and compliance purposes
- Monitor contract deliverables and payment schedules
- Assist in budget planning and financial forecasting activities
- Prepare internal financial reports and summaries for management review
- Liaise with project teams, implementing partners, and internal EU departments on finance and contract-related matters
- Support verification of expenditures and compliance with applicable financial procedures
- Contribute to improving administrative efficiency in contract and financial workflows
Role Overview
This role is suited for individuals with experience in finance operations, grants administration, contracts management, budgeting, or programme financial oversight. The officer will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure funds are properly managed and contractual obligations are fulfilled efficiently.
The position is important in ensuring accountability, financial control, and smooth implementation of EU-funded partnerships in the region.
2. Logistics Associate – Ref. ECHO/LA/NRO
Location: Nairobi
Category: Local Agent
Application Deadline: 8 June 2026
The European Commission’s Directorate General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO) is recruiting a Logistics Associate to be based in Nairobi for its Regional Office.
DG ECHO leads the European Union’s humanitarian aid and civil protection operations globally. The Nairobi Regional Office supports humanitarian response efforts across the region, making logistics a critical function.
The Logistics Associate will support operational logistics coordination, procurement activities, movement of supplies, and general logistical support required for humanitarian programming and field operations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Logistics Associate will be responsible for:
- Supporting logistics planning and coordination for regional office operations
- Assisting with procurement procedures and supply chain follow-up
- Managing inventory records and tracking office assets and logistical resources
- Supporting transportation planning and movement of goods or equipment
- Coordinating delivery schedules and logistics arrangements with suppliers and service providers
- Monitoring stock levels and maintaining logistics documentation
- Supporting warehouse or storage management where applicable
- Preparing logistics-related reports and internal updates
- Maintaining accurate records of procurement and logistical transactions
- Assisting in vendor coordination and follow-up
- Supporting emergency logistics arrangements when required for humanitarian operations
- Ensuring compliance with internal procedures related to logistics and supply management
- Coordinating logistical arrangements for missions, field visits, and operational deployments
- Supporting the overall operational readiness of the Nairobi Regional Office
Role Overview
This role is essential to ensuring that DG ECHO operations remain efficient, timely, and responsive. The position supports logistics functions that contribute directly to humanitarian assistance and operational delivery in the region.
The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment supporting regional coordination and humanitarian logistics activities linked to emergency response and operational planning.
3. Administrative Agent – Ref. ECHO/AA/NRO
Location: Nairobi
Category: Local Agent
Application Deadline: 2 June 2026
DG ECHO is also recruiting an Administrative Agent for its Nairobi Regional Office.
The Administrative Agent will provide administrative and operational support to the office and help ensure smooth day-to-day functioning of administrative processes.
This role supports office coordination, documentation, communication, and internal administrative workflows.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Administrative Agent will be expected to:
- Provide administrative support to the Nairobi Regional Office
- Manage office correspondence, records, and filing systems
- Support preparation and organization of internal documentation
- Assist with scheduling meetings and coordinating office calendars
- Support travel and mission administration where required
- Maintain administrative records and databases
- Assist in document preparation, formatting, and circulation
- Coordinate internal office communication and follow-up on administrative actions
- Support logistical and operational planning for meetings or official visits
- Handle routine administrative tasks linked to office operations
- Assist in processing office-related requests and internal workflows
- Maintain accurate records for reporting and administrative tracking
- Support procurement and office administration where needed
- Ensure administrative procedures are followed in line with office requirements
- Contribute to efficient daily operations of the Regional Office
Role Overview
This position is suitable for candidates with strong office administration and coordination experience. The Administrative Agent will support internal operations while helping ensure efficient workflow management within the DG ECHO Nairobi office.
The role requires strong attention to detail, organization, coordination, and the ability to support multiple administrative priorities in a professional environment.
Working with the European Union in Kenya
The European Union Delegation to Kenya and DG ECHO continue to play an important role in diplomacy, regional partnerships, humanitarian assistance, development cooperation, and operational support across Kenya and the broader East African region.
Professionals joining these teams become part of an international working environment that supports collaboration across programmes, institutions, and regional operations.
These Nairobi-based opportunities are ideal for candidates looking to build careers in:
- Finance and contract administration
- Programme financial management
- Logistics and supply operations
- Humanitarian operations support
- Office administration
- Institutional operations and coordination
Application Deadlines Summary
Applicants are encouraged to submit applications before the respective deadlines below:
- Finance and Contracts Officer – 12 June 2026
- Logistics Associate – 8 June 2026
- Administrative Agent – 2 June 2026
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official European Union Delegation to Kenya careers page to review full vacancy details and submit their applications online before the stated deadlines.
Applications should be submitted early to avoid last-minute delays.
