Project Coordinator - TB/HIV Prison Project

About the role

The European Committee for Agricultural Training (CEFA) is hiring a Project Coordinator for its "TB Free-HIW" project, which aims to end the TB and HIV epidemics in Kenya's prisons by promoting equitable access to prevention, diagnosis, treatment and support services. The project runs in six correctional institutions across Nairobi, Kiambu, Kilifi and Mombasa. The Coordinator works under the Regional Manager, coordinates awareness-raising, psychosocial support, vocational training and reintegration, and supervises two Social Workers. The appointment is fixed term for one year, with possible extension, starting in December-January 2026, with a gross salary of KES 130,000-150,000 per month.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and monitor project activities, keeping them aligned with approved work plans, standards and donor requirements
• Prepare implementation plans, activity schedules and budget forecasts, and monthly activity updates and resource forecasts
• Coordinate awareness-raising and training for KPS personnel and people in detention on TB, HIV, the right to health and human rights
• Oversee psychosocial support, vocational and income-generating initiatives, and family and post-release reintegration
• Supervise two Social Workers and coordinate consultants, trainers and service providers
• Collect and verify evidence of activities, and contribute to internal and donor reports
• Take part in field monitoring visits and coordination meetings, and support advocacy and stakeholder dialogue

Required profile

• At least five years of experience in project coordination or management, preferably in public health, human rights, psychosocial support or social inclusion
• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, International Development or a related field
• Experience coordinating field activities, supervising staff and managing relationships with partners and stakeholders
• Previous experience with the KPS, correctional institutions or similar public authorities
• Valid Category B driving licence with driving experience (mandatory)

Required skills

• Excellent spoken and written English and Kiswahili
• Thorough knowledge of the Kenyan context, especially Nairobi, Kiambu, Kilifi and Mombasa
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and networking skills
• Asset: experience with internationally funded projects, and with psychosocial support, reintegration or vocational training

Applications (CV with three references and a one-page cover letter) are sent by email to the organization by 20 November 2026; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the vacancy may close early.