Kenya-Based Experts and Associates – National & Global Assignments
We are expanding our Kenya-based consultant network for upcoming assignments in Kenya and internationally. We welcome expressions of interest from both senior-level experts (who can lead assignments) and mid-level associates (who can support research and delivery). Engagement is assignment-based and flexible, depending on skills, availability, and assignment needs.
Position Type: External Consultant / Assignment-based
Location: Kenya-based (remote/flexible), with potential national or international travel
Engagement Type: Experts (Lead role) & Junior Consultants (Support Role) - scope of work depending on the past-experiences and type of assignment.
Priority Thematic areas.
We are particularly interested in consultants/experts with experience in one or more of the following areas:
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Gender equality, women’s empowerment, and GBV prevention
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Climate change, environmental justice, and disaster risk reduction (DRR)
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Social inclusion and the rights of persons with disabilities
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Child rights and child protection systems
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Migration, displacement, and humanitarian response
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AI, digital rights, and Web3 for social impact
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Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Experts
Roles & Responsibilities.
Experts (Lead role):
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Lead evaluations, research, or advisory assignments
Guide methodology design and overall project implementation
Manage partner engagement and ensure quality of deliverables
Junior Consultants (Support Role):
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Conduct desk reviews, interviews, and assist with fieldwork coordination
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Contribute to data analysis, writing, and presentations
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Support technical delivery under the guidance of senior team members
Qualifications and Profile.
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Based in Kenya, with strong contextual understanding
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Relevant experience in your area of expertise — we welcome a variety of profiles, including:
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Thematic specialists with deep subject-matter knowledge
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Evaluators, researchers, and data analysts
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Practitioners from civil society, academia, or grassroots organizations
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Strong writing, research, and communication skills
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Fluency in English; Kiswahili and other local languages are an asset
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Availability for short-term or mid-term assignments (with possibility for longer-term engagement)
What We Offer.
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Meaningful assignments aligned with rights-based and feminist values
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Flexible and remote-friendly project engagement
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Fair and transparent contracting terms
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Inclusion in ARSIC’s expert roster and consideration for global work
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Opportunities for collaboration and peer learning across regions
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Potential for longer-term cooperation through associate agreements or employment pathways, depending on performance and evolving organizational needs.
Apply now.
Please, send your CV & Cover Letter, highlighting your previous relevant work experience by 06.06.2025 using the APPLY button below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
If you are based outside of Kenya but believe you can meaningfully contribute to ARSIC’s work, feel free to reach out to info@arsic-consulting.com for potential collaboration opportunities.
ARSIC reserves the right not to proceed with the recruitment or to appoint from this call.
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