Self Reliance Coordinator NGO Job RefuSHE

Self Reliance Coordinator. NGO Jobs In Kenya

Job Purpose

The purpose of the Self Reliance Coordinator is to coordinate and implement RefuSHE’s self-reliance initiatives across the Artisan Collective, Girls Empowerment Program (GEP), and Livelihoods activities.
The role ensures effective delivery of vocational skills, business development, financial inclusion, and protection-linked livelihood programs for refugee youth and women, fostering long-term economic independence and resilience.

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Responsibilities

Program Planning & Coordination

• Conduct annual market and participatory assessments and adopt the recommendations.
• Develop need based departmental budgets that align with department strategies
• Consolidate departmental annual work plans with the protection department.
• Adopt market systems approaches across the self-reliance department
• Oversee program delivery in line with donor commitments and organizational strategic goals.
• Ensure adherence to ethical, cultural, and fair-trade standards.
• Liaise with external partners to create synergy in the RefuSHE holistic model

Artisan Collective Oversight

• Ensure compliance with governing authorities i.e. renewal of Unified Business Permit
• Manage production planning, quality control, and market readiness of Artisan Collective products.
• Develop and implement growth strategies and customer expansion plans.
• Coordinate inventory management, timely shipments, and revenue collection.
• Collaborate with Brand Strategy team on product design and market trends.

GEP Vocational Education Support

• Collaboration with line ministries and institutions TVETA and National Industrial Training Authority.
• Lead the team in market assessments and design of market driven vocational training
• Lead in identification of internship and job linkage opportunities
• Ensure holistic integration of entrepreneurship and AI skills training in vocational courses.
• Ensure safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all participants.

Livelihoods and Community Engagement

• Oversee design and implementation of the urban savings and loans group interventions for the Women Ambassador Groups and other community-led initiatives.
• Take lead in micro-enterprise analysis and categorization and adopt appropriate interventions informed by vulnerability and capacity assessments.
• Facilitate stakeholder collaboration, including private and corporate entities, financial institutions, NGOs, working groups, and community-based organizations.
• Integration

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Track program performance indicators and impact metrics across all self-reliance programs.
• Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain detailed records of production, training participation, and community engagement outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements and internal policies.

Innovation

• Identify opportunities for innovative work promoting issues around program development and quality

Partnership Development

• Identify and pursue partnership opportunities with private sector, training institutions, and donor agencies.
• Represent RefuSHE in thematic groups and government forums related to education, livelihoods, and youth employment.
• Support proposal development and concept note creation for funding self-reliance initiatives.

Team Leadership & Capacity Building

• Supervise and mentor a diverse team of staff and community facilitators.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide coaching, and promote a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Facilitate cross-training and professional development across Artisan Collective, GEP, and livelihoods teams.
• Implementation of the core humanitarian standards in programs

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics, Business Studies and or specialization in Co-operative Development.
• A minimum of 3 years doing similar work -demonstrated enterprise development.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the regional and global market in textile and beauty amongother value chains.
• Proven experience managing donor-funded programs.
• Capacity to conduct market assessment
• Competence in bridging refugee protection and capacities in line with evolving refugee context.

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How to Apply

Qualified and interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to hr@refushe.org, citing the position title “Self Reliance Coordinator” on the email subject line, by close of business on 13th June,2025.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply. We appreciate all applications received; however, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.