Project and Programme Management · Full-time
Direct employerProject Officer - Busia (ASCEND Project)
NairobiMid level · On-siteDeadline not published by employerChecked 3 Nov 2026
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Role overview
Village Enterprise is hiring a full-time Project Officer for their ASCEND project in Busia. This role suits someone with experience in community development and a passion for supporting entrepreneurship and digital learning in rural areas.
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Requirements
- University degree or equivalent in development, business, social sciences, agriculture, project management, or related field; relevant experience may be considered.
- At least three years of experience in community-based development or NGO program implementation.
- Experience in Poverty Graduation, livelihoods, enterprise development, savings groups, or market systems development is highly desirable.
- Ability to facilitate digital learning and assist community members in using technology; familiarity with systems like Salesforce, TaroWorks, or dashboards is a plus.
- Strong skills in community facilitation, stakeholder engagement, written reporting, data quality, and independent problem-solving in the field.
- Proficiency in the working language(s) of the duty station; knowledge of local languages is an advantage.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively to rural and remote areas.
How to apply
Send a cover letter and CV (maximum 3 pages) including contacts for three referees through the employer's official application platform. The employer has not published a closing date.