About Kingsway Group

Kingsway Group is a hospitality company that owns and manages three hotels in Nairobi, one beach resort in Diani, and a safari lodge in Masai Mara. Established in 2003, the group employs 850 staff across its properties and has a combined capacity of 420 rooms. Kingsway's properties cater to both business and leisure travellers, offering conference facilities, restaurants, spas, and guided safari experiences. The Diani resort has been rated among the top twenty beach hotels in Africa by a leading travel publication. Kingsway Group is a member of the Kenya Hotels and Restaurants Association.

What you will do:

You will manage the implementation of community development programmes, including needs assessments, programme design, stakeholder engagement, and monitoring and evaluation. Daily tasks include conducting field visits to project sites, facilitating community meetings, coordinating with local government officials and partner organisations, and preparing progress reports for donors. The role involves managing programme budgets, ensuring that funds are used according to donor requirements, and preparing financial reports. You will also support proposal development and grant writing for new funding opportunities. Experience with community-based participatory approaches, participatory rural appraisal, and logical framework analysis is important. The position requires willingness to travel extensively within the project area and work in rural communities with limited infrastructure.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Excellent organisational and time-management skills
Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, send your updated CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the application deadline. Kingsway Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.