Economic Empowerment Officer Jobs in Kenya

Company: Kakenya’s Dream
Location: Kenya – Isampin, Transmara West, Narok County
Job Title: Economic Empowerment Officer
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Education Program Manager
Supervises: None
Application Deadline: 31st December 2026

Kakenya’s Dream is seeking a dedicated Economic Empowerment Officer to support girls and young women in building sustainable livelihoods through education, entrepreneurship, employability, and financial literacy. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about women empowerment, youth development, education, and social impact in rural communities.

The Economic Empowerment Officer will work closely with alumnae, tertiary students, vulnerable young women, parents, educational institutions, and employers to create opportunities for career development, entrepreneurship, and financial independence.

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Job Description (JD)

The Economic Empowerment Officer will lead programs that equip girls and young women with employability skills, entrepreneurship knowledge, and financial literacy. The position also focuses on scholarship support, alumni engagement, mentorship, partnerships, and sustainable livelihood opportunities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Financial Literacy & Economic Empowerment

• Design and facilitate workshops on financial literacy, including budgeting, savings, debt management, financial planning, and education financing.
• Support girls and young women in forming and participating in community groups and SACCOS to strengthen savings culture and financial independence.
• Lead awareness campaigns promoting the importance of economic empowerment for girls and women.
• Conduct outreach initiatives highlighting employment opportunities and barriers to decent work.

2. Education Support, Scholarships & Student Retention

• Assist students with college admissions and scholarship applications to improve transition and acceptance rates.
• Coordinate parent engagement meetings to strengthen support for tertiary education.
• Monitor student academic performance, retention, scholarship compliance, and placements.
• Act as the key focal point for tertiary students by offering guidance and follow-up support throughout their academic journey.

3. Alumni Engagement & Network Development

• Develop and strengthen the Kakenya’s Dream alumni network.
• Encourage alumni participation through mentorship, volunteering, speaking opportunities, and student support.
• Maintain and update an alumni database for tracking engagement and long-term outcomes.

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4. Mentorship, Training & Capacity Building

• Design and implement mentorship programs for gap-year and tertiary students.
• Deliver employability and entrepreneurship training, including:
  • CV and resume writing
  • Interview preparation
  • Digital literacy
  • Leadership development
  • Career readiness skills
• Train young women in business development, including market research, planning, operations, and business growth strategies.
• Facilitate access to certifications, internships, and professional development opportunities.

5. Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain partnerships with:
  • TVET institutions
  • Private sector organizations
  • Community-based organizations
  • Government agencies
  • Development partners and financial institutions
• Collaborate with incubators and business development organizations to support entrepreneurship.
• Support advocacy initiatives promoting employment and economic opportunities for young women.

6. Career Development & Job Placement

• Support alumni in securing:
  • Internships
  • Job attachments
  • Employment opportunities
• Organize career fairs, networking forums, and job readiness initiatives.
• Link young women to procurement, tender, and business opportunities.
• Facilitate access to grants, financing, and government funding opportunities.

7. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)

• Conduct evaluations to assess training effectiveness and program impact.
• Gather and analyze participant feedback to improve programs.
• Track alumnae outcomes, scholarship success, and employment progress for reporting purposes.

8. Climate Change & Community Development Initiatives

• Coordinate environmental sustainability activities such as:
  • Tree planting campaigns
  • School environmental programs
  • Kitchen garden projects promoting food security and sustainability skills.

9. Project Management & Administration

• Support budget development and resource planning.
• Prepare activity reports, progress updates, and impact documentation.
• Perform additional duties assigned by management.

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Educational Requirements

Applicants must have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following fields:
  • Economics
  • Project Management
  • Social Sciences
  • Community Development
  • Development Studies
  • Or any related discipline

Additional certifications in entrepreneurship, youth empowerment, financial literacy, or project management are an advantage.

Experience Requirements

Candidates should possess:

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in:
  • Youth development
  • Economic empowerment
  • Entrepreneurship support programs
  • Livelihood initiatives
• Experience delivering financial literacy education and business skills training.
• Strong understanding of rural livelihoods and local economic challenges affecting young women.
• Experience working with young women in rural communities is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to develop partnerships with businesses, TVET institutions, and government stakeholders.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace products.
• Knowledge of entrepreneurship and employability programming.
• Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting skills.

Behavioral Competencies

• Passion for girls’ education and women empowerment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of empathy and cultural sensitivity.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Not disclosed (Applicants are required to indicate their expected salary in the application).

Additional benefits may include:

• Professional growth and training opportunities.
• Hands-on experience in youth development and women empowerment programming.
• Career development through stakeholder engagement and partnership building.
• Exposure to community development and nonprofit program implementation.

Training & Professional Development

The successful candidate will gain practical exposure and training in:

• Financial literacy facilitation
• Entrepreneurship and business development
• Youth mentorship and employability programming
• Scholarship and education support systems
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
• Community engagement and stakeholder partnerships
• Climate resilience and sustainability initiatives

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Updated Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Expected Salary
• Availability/Notice Period

Applications should be sent via email to support@africajobsearch.com on or before 31st December 2026.

Important Notes:

• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Kakenya’s Dream is a child-safe organization, and all employees are expected to comply with safeguarding standards and child protection requirements.