Duties & responsibilities

• Responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of project activities and other tasks required for implementing these components and for achieving overall programme indicators in line with GIZ and programme standards
  

• Supports the preparation of budgets and monitoring and documenting of expenses for project activities in accordance with the prevailing provisions
  

• Responsible for documenting training events, workshops, forums, meetings and other project activities in line with GIZ standards
  

• Assists the project with all issues as required at the request of management
  

• Contributes knowledge, ideas, feedback and lessons learned to the programme team for continuous learning, improvement and innovation
  

• Proactively advises programme partners
  

• Maintains of a good flow of communication and information between all involved partners and GIZ
  

• Fulfills focal point functions as required
  

• Builds his/her knowledge and skills through asking questions, getting involved in activities and internal training opportunities
  

• Will be required to travel within Kenya and Somalia, specifically also to Mogadishu, and the Horn of Africa region.
  

The brief profile is not intended to provide a full and complete description.

Where appropriate and reasonable, the position holder is willing to perform tasks
outside the scope of the job description.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master Degree in a relevant discipline such as social or political sciences, law, international relations, project management or similar
  

Professional experience

• At least 3 years’ relevant professional experience in project management and stakeholder engagement or events management.
  

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Strong written and verbal communications stills
  

• Professional attitude, inquisitive mind and aptitude to solve problems
  

• Interest in international development cooperation and/or international relations is a must
  

• Previous experience working in migration, with refugees or in a protection setting is an advantage
  

• Sound working knowledge of computer applications (MS Office, online meeting applications)
  

• Fluency in English and Somali or Swahili is required, additional regional languages are considered an asset
  

• Innovative and flexible approach to work and willingness to learn and share experiences and skills.
  

Submission of Application:

Duty Station: Nairobi

Duration of Assignment: Upto 30.09.2028

Vacancy Reference Number: GIZ/FDM/11/04/2026

Equal Employment Opportunity

At GIZ Kenya, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. We actively seek individuals with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to build a stronger, more impactful global team.

We provide an environment of respect and psychological safety, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all. Discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, disability, marital status, or any other protected status is not tolerated in any of our workplaces.

Ethics

GIZ is committed to the safety, dignity, and well-being of all individuals we interact with, including staff, partners, community members, and program participants. We uphold the highest standards in preventing sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. Child abuse or any form of misconduct by or toward team members is strictly prohibited.

All staff are expected to behave professionally, respect local laws and customs, and complete mandatory ethics e-learning courses upon hire.

Data Confidentiality

In accordance with GIZ’s data protection policy, all candidate applications are stored in our database for six (6) months and deleted thereafter.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.