The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) is a non-governmental organisation founded in 1992 and registered in 1994. The Commission campaigns to create a culture in Kenya where human rights and democratic culture are entrenched. It does this through monitoring, documenting and publicising rights violations. The KHRC is seeking a Programme Associate to support its mission of creating a culture in Kenya where human rights and democratic culture are entrenched. The role involves monitoring project plans, coordinating stakeholder engagements, and conducting research in areas such as public finance management and governance. This position requires a proactive individual capable of working independently to identify emerging governance and human rights issues requiring strategic policy or advocacy interventions.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Project Monitoring: Monitoring project work plans, timelines, and deliverables to ensure timely implementation of activities and compliance with donor and organizational requirements.
Coordination: Supporting the planning and coordination of meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and tracking action points.
Fundraising Support: Supporting the preparation and consolidation of programme fundraising documentation, including proposals, concept notes, grant applications, contracts, and donor reports, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely submission.
Research and Analysis: Conducting research and analysis to support programme objectives, particularly in the areas of public finance management, human rights, governance, elections, and relevant legal and policy frameworks, and contributing to related reports and knowledge products.
Advocacy and Communication: Contributing to the development of policy briefs, press statements, advocacy materials, and documentation of project achievements, including success stories and digital content, in collaboration with the Communications Office.
Stakeholder Liaison: Liaising with stakeholders, partners, consultants, vendors, and internal teams, including drafting and responding to official correspondence as required.
Strategic Analysis: Supporting the identification and analysis of emerging governance and human rights issues requiring strategic policy, legal, or advocacy interventions.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Assisting in the monitoring, evaluation, and periodic reporting of project results in accordance with established reporting frameworks and deadlines.
Representation: Represent KHRC in key meetings and coalitions related to the programme area.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with KHRC policies, practices, and values.
General Support: Undertake any other task as may be assigned by your supervisor from time to time.
Requirements and Qualifications
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Economics, Law, Public Policy, or Social Sciences from a recognized university.
Candidates with a degree in Law must be advocates of the High Court of Kenya, hold a valid practicing certificate, and be in good standing.
At least three (3) years of professional experience in public policy, public finance management, development, or other public interest fields is an added advantage.
Demonstrated knowledge of taxation, public debt, corruption, integrity, and public finance management processes at both county and national levels, including their relevance to human rights, democracy, and the rule of law.
Strong commitment to human rights, with a sound understanding of national, regional, and international human rights mechanisms.
Ability to build and maintain effective partnerships with state and non-state actors.
Proven experience in coordinating or collaborating with community-based and national-level organizations and networks.
Good understanding of programme and project management principles.
Proactive, able to take initiative, and work independently with minimal supervision.
How to Apply
If you believe you fit the profile, submit your application and CV detailing your suitability for the post and including daytime telephone contact and three referees, preferably your current or previous line managers, to vacancies@khrc.or.ke, quoting the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line. The closing date for this position is 21st February 2026; applications received after the closing date will not be accepted. Applications received will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted applicants should be ready for an immediate interview.
How to Apply
Submit your application and CV detailing your suitability for the post, including daytime telephone contact and three referees (preferably current or previous line managers) to vacancies@khrc.or.ke. You must quote the title of the position in the subject line. The deadline is 21st February 2026.
