Program Consultant - RISE Project

About the role

Light for the World Kenya is seeking a Program Consultant for its Ready for Inclusive and Sustainable Employment (RISE) project, a three-year initiative that empowers 1,000 young people to move into decent, sustainable employment. The consultant supports the transition of young people from training and mentorship into employment, focusing on placements and the completion of outstanding placement activities. The role is based in Nairobi with travel to project areas as required, lasts 5 months and reports to the RISE Project Coordinator.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain regular contact with participating youth after training, keeping them informed of opportunities and recruitment steps, and maintain an updated database of youth profiles, qualifications, skills, interests and placement status.
• Support youth with CV development, job applications and interview preparation, and coordinate with mentors and the Disability Inclusion Facilitator to close readiness gaps.
• Identify and follow up on suitable vacancies and internships, match candidates to opportunities, and refer them to employers; track progress and address disability-related barriers, including reasonable accommodation needs.
• Verify placements and follow up on onboarding and initial workplace integration.
• Track outstanding placements, interviews and referrals, prioritise them by candidate readiness and project deadlines, and keep accurate records and evidence for reporting.
• Prepare progress reports and a structured handover of cases, employer contacts and placement records to the RISE Project Coordinator.

Required profile

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Project Management, Social Sciences, Career Guidance or a related field.
• At least three years of experience in youth employability, employment placement, career guidance or project implementation.
• Demonstrated experience supporting young people to access employment or internship opportunities.
• Good understanding of disability inclusion and barriers young people with disabilities face in accessing employment.
• Experience maintaining databases, tracking results and preparing reports.

Required skills

• Strong communication, coordination, networking and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver agreed outputs within timelines.

Applications are made through the Light for the World Kenya application link by 13 November 2026, with a complete CV and cover letter.