6 Jobs At Human Rights Agenda

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1. Project Officers-Mombasa & Kwale

2. Project Officers-Kilifi & Tana River

3. Project Officers-Lamu

4. Project Officers-Taita Taveta

5. Human Resource Manager

6. Grants & Compliance Manager

Project Officer – Mombasa & Kwale

Job Type: Contract, Full Time
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 3 years
Location: Mombasa & Kwale
Job Field: Project and Program Management

Key Responsibilities

Programme Planning and Delivery

• Support the planning, execution and monitoring of HURIA programmes across the assigned counties.

• Ensure activities are delivered on schedule, meet expected results and remain aligned with approved budgets, workplans and organizational policies.

• Help maintain the quality and effectiveness of programme interventions.

Human Rights and Community Engagement

• Identify and monitor developing issues relating to human rights, governance, justice, peace and security.

• Work closely with communities, grassroots groups and local actors to identify concerns, grievances and accountability gaps.

• Document human rights violations and promote meaningful civic participation, particularly among young people and marginalized communities.

Stakeholder Relations

• Establish and maintain productive working relationships with county and national government bodies, constitutional commissions, independent offices, security and justice institutions, civil society organizations, community groups and academic institutions.

• Represent HURIA at appropriate coordination, stakeholder and policy meetings.

Research, Advocacy and Learning

• Assist with research, assessments, data gathering, documentation and analysis.

• Produce evidence and information on community and institutional matters to support advocacy and policy engagement.

• Contribute to knowledge management and organizational learning initiatives.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Follow up on programme activities, outputs and results while maintaining complete and accurate programme records.

• Work with the MEAL function to support reliable and quality data collection.

• Prepare reports, case studies, success stories, briefs and other documentation for management and programme partners within required timelines.

Peacebuilding and Organizational Priorities

• Contribute to initiatives focused on peacebuilding, social cohesion, community resilience, community policing, police accountability, access to justice and inclusive governance.

• Support programme development, partnership building, resource mobilization and other organizational priorities as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Human Rights, Law, Peace and Conflict Studies, Political Science, Sociology, Community Development, International Relations, Public Administration or another relevant discipline.

• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in programme implementation, human rights, governance, peacebuilding, community development, advocacy, justice or a related area, preferably within the NGO or development sector.

• Proven experience engaging communities, civil society organizations, government institutions and other relevant stakeholders.

• Practical experience facilitating community dialogues, training sessions, stakeholder forums and participatory activities.

• Ability to gather, interpret and document information from programmes and communities.

• Strong abilities in report preparation, documentation, communication, facilitation and stakeholder engagement.

• Good understanding of human rights, constitutional governance, accountability, access to justice, peace and security, civic participation and community resilience.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision, handle competing priorities and meet demanding deadlines.

• Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of local languages spoken in the assigned counties will be an advantage.

• Willingness and ability to undertake extensive travel and field assignments across the two-county cluster.

Application Reference: HURIA/PO-MSA-KWL/08/2026 – Mombasa & Kwale

Project Officer – Kilifi & Tana River

Job Type: Contract, Full Time
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 3 years
Location: Kilifi & Tana River
Job Field: Project and Program Management

Key Responsibilities

Programme Planning and Delivery

• Assist in coordinating the planning, implementation and monitoring of HURIA interventions within the assigned counties.

• Ensure programme activities meet quality standards, timelines, approved budgets, planned results and organizational requirements.

• Support the effective delivery of programme activities and interventions.

Human Rights and Community Engagement

• Track emerging concerns involving human rights, governance, justice, peace and security.

• Engage community members, grassroots organizations and other local actors to understand challenges, grievances and accountability concerns.

• Record human rights violations and promote citizen participation, particularly among youth and marginalized populations.

Stakeholder Relations

• Develop constructive relationships with government institutions at county and national levels, constitutional commissions, independent offices, security and justice agencies, civil society organizations, community groups and academic institutions.

• Participate in relevant coordination and policy forums on behalf of HURIA.

Research, Advocacy and Learning

• Support research exercises, assessments, data collection, analysis and documentation.

• Generate useful evidence on community and institutional issues for advocacy and policy engagement.

• Contribute to organizational learning and knowledge management activities.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Monitor programme implementation and results and ensure programme records are properly maintained.

• Collaborate with MEAL colleagues to promote accurate and reliable programme data.

• Prepare timely reports, case studies, briefs, success stories and other programme materials for management and partners.

Peacebuilding and Organizational Development

• Support activities addressing peacebuilding, social cohesion, community resilience, community policing, police accountability, access to justice and inclusive governance.

• Contribute to programme development, partnership initiatives, resource mobilization and other organizational priorities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Human Rights, Law, Peace and Conflict Studies, Political Science, Sociology, Community Development, International Relations, Public Administration or a related field.

• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in programme implementation, human rights, governance, peacebuilding, community development, advocacy, justice or a related area, preferably in the NGO/development sector.

• Experience working directly with communities, civil society organizations, government agencies and other stakeholders.

• Experience conducting community dialogues, trainings, stakeholder forums and participatory processes.

• Strong ability to collect, analyse and document programme and community-level information.

• Excellent report-writing, communication, documentation, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Understanding of human rights, constitutional governance, accountability, access to justice, peace and security, civic participation and community resilience.

• Capable of working independently, managing several priorities and meeting tight deadlines.

• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of relevant local languages is an added advantage.

• Willingness to travel extensively and undertake field-based assignments within the assigned counties.

Application Reference: HURIA/PO-KLF-TR/08/2026 – Kilifi & Tana River

Project Officer – Lamu

Job Type: Contract, Full Time
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 3 years
Location: Lamu
Job Field: Project and Program Management

Key Responsibilities

Programme Coordination and Implementation

• Coordinate and support the planning, implementation and monitoring of HURIA programmes and activities in the assigned county.

• Help ensure programmes achieve their intended results while meeting approved workplans, budgets, timelines and organizational policies.

• Support quality programme delivery and follow-up.

Human Rights Monitoring and Community Engagement

• Monitor emerging developments involving human rights, governance, justice, peace and security.

• Work with communities and grassroots actors to identify grievances, violations and gaps in accountability.

• Promote citizen participation and agency, with particular attention to youth and marginalized groups.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain effective working relationships with county and national government institutions, constitutional commissions, independent offices, security and justice actors, civil society organizations, community organizations and academia.

• Represent HURIA in relevant coordination and policy forums.

Research and Advocacy

• Participate in research, assessments, data collection, analysis and programme documentation.

• Help develop evidence on community and institutional issues to inform advocacy and policy engagement.

• Contribute to knowledge management and organizational learning.

Monitoring and Documentation

• Monitor programme progress and results and maintain accurate programme records.

• Work with MEAL colleagues to ensure programme data is complete and reliable.

• Prepare reports, case studies, success stories, briefs and other documentation within required deadlines.

Peace, Security and Accountability

• Support HURIA initiatives covering peacebuilding, social cohesion, community resilience, community policing, police accountability, access to justice and inclusive governance.

• Participate in programme development, partnership building, resource mobilization and other organizational activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Human Rights, Law, Peace and Conflict Studies, Political Science, Sociology, Community Development, International Relations, Public Administration or a related discipline.

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in programme implementation, human rights, governance, peacebuilding, community development, advocacy, justice or related work, preferably within the NGO/development sector.

• Demonstrated experience working with communities, civil society groups, government institutions and other stakeholders.

• Experience facilitating community discussions, training programmes, stakeholder forums and participatory processes.

• Ability to collect, analyse and document information from programmes and communities.

• Strong report-writing, communication, documentation, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Knowledge of human rights, constitutional governance, accountability, access to justice, peace and security, civic participation and community resilience.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple assignments and deliver results within strict deadlines.

• Fluent in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of local languages spoken in Lamu will be an added advantage.

• Willingness to travel extensively and carry out field-based work within the assigned area.

Application Reference: HURIA/PO-LAM-/08/2026 – Lamu

Project Officer – Taita Taveta

Job Type: Contract, Full Time
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 3 years
Location: Taita Taveta
Job Field: Project and Program Management

Key Responsibilities

Programme Planning and Implementation

• Support the planning, implementation and monitoring of HURIA programmes and interventions within Taita Taveta.

• Help ensure activities are completed on time, achieve expected results and comply with approved plans, budgets and organizational policies.

• Contribute to maintaining high standards of programme delivery.

Human Rights and Community Work

• Monitor developments related to human rights, governance, justice, peace and security.

• Engage communities and grassroots actors to identify violations, grievances and accountability challenges.

• Promote citizen participation and strengthen community agency, particularly among youth and marginalized groups.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Build positive working relationships with government institutions, constitutional commissions, independent offices, security and justice actors, civil society organizations, community groups and academic institutions.

• Participate in relevant stakeholder, coordination and policy forums representing HURIA.

Research, Evidence and Advocacy

• Contribute to assessments, research, data collection, analysis and documentation.

• Generate evidence relating to community and institutional concerns to support advocacy and policy work.

• Assist with knowledge management and organizational learning.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Track programme implementation and results while maintaining accurate records.

• Coordinate with the MEAL function to support quality programme data.

• Develop timely reports, case studies, success stories, briefs and other programme documentation.

Peacebuilding and Accountability

• Support programmes addressing peacebuilding, social cohesion, community resilience, community policing, police accountability, access to justice and inclusive governance.

• Assist with programme development, partnerships, resource mobilization and other organizational priorities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Human Rights, Law, Peace and Conflict Studies, Political Science, Sociology, Community Development, International Relations, Public Administration or a related field.

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in programme implementation, human rights, governance, peacebuilding, community development, advocacy, justice or a related area, preferably in the NGO/development sector.

• Demonstrated experience working with communities, civil society organizations, government institutions and other stakeholders.

• Experience facilitating community dialogues, training sessions, stakeholder meetings and participatory processes.

• Strong ability to gather, analyse and document programme and community-level information.

• Excellent communication, report-writing, documentation, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Sound understanding of human rights, constitutional governance, accountability, access to justice, peace and security, civic participation and community resilience.

• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.

• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of relevant local languages is an added advantage.

• Willingness to undertake extensive travel and field assignments within the assigned county.

Application Reference: HURIA/PO-TT-/08/2026 – Taita Taveta

Human Resource Manager

Job Type: Contract, Full Time
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree / Professional Certificate
Experience: 3 years
Location: Mombasa
Job Field: Human Resources / HR

Human Rights Agenda (HURIA) is seeking a dynamic and people-focused Human Resource Manager to oversee the organization’s HR function and develop systems and practices that support employee well-being, organizational growth and strong performance.

Experience

• At least 3 years of progressive HR experience.

• A minimum of 2 years in a managerial HR position.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or a related discipline.

• Active registration with the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) Kenya and a valid practicing certificate.

• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in human resources, including at least 2 years in management.

• Strong knowledge of the Employment Act and Kenyan labour laws.

• Practical understanding of HR policies, systems and compliance requirements.

• Experience handling recruitment, employee onboarding and exit processes.

Application Reference: HURIA/HRM/05/2026

Grants & Compliance Manager

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 3 years
Location: Mombasa
Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit

Human Rights Agenda (HURIA) is looking for an experienced Grants & Partner Compliance Manager to oversee sub-grant management, strengthen partner capacity and ensure that grant activities meet donor compliance requirements.

Experience

• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field.

• A professional certification in grants management or compliance will be an added advantage.

• At least 3 years of experience in grants management, compliance or project management, preferably within the NGO sector.

• Proven experience managing sub-grants funded by bilateral, multilateral or private donors.

• Strong understanding of donor compliance requirements, procurement processes and risk management.

• Experience overseeing the full grant lifecycle and monitoring grant implementation.

• Knowledge and experience in partner due diligence and partner capacity strengthening.

Application Reference: HURIA/GCM/04/2026

Application

Interested candidates should submit:

• A detailed and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV); and

• A cover le er demonstra ng their suitability for the position, clearly indicating the county cluster they are applying for and expected gross salary.

• Applications should be submitied electronically to recruitment@huria.ngo