Location: Masinga, Machakos County, KenyaContract: Full-time, 1-Year Fixed-term ContractOrganization: Habitat for Humanity Kenya (HFHK)Email Applications To: hr@hfhkenya.orgSubject Line: Project Coordinator About the Role Habitat for Humanity Kenya (HFHK) is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to oversee the effective coordination, implementation, and monitoring of a donor-funded project in Masinga, Machakos County. The successful candidate will provide strategic and technical leadership to ensure the project delivers measurable results aligned with donor expectations, HFHK’s strategic objectives, and national development priorities. This position requires a results-oriented professional with proven expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with donor-funded program requirements. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining strong relationships with implementing partners, local government agencies, and community stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of project outcomes. Key Responsibilities The Project Coordinator will: Lead the day-to-day coordination and execution of project activities in accordance with approved workplans, budgets, and donor guidelines. Collaborate with technical experts and relevant departments to maintain detailed implementation schedules, procurement plans, and activity calendars. Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality outputs and achievement of project objectives. Serve as the main liaison with implementing partners, ensuring alignment with HFHK’s mission, project goals, and donor expectations. Facilitate joint planning sessions, regular coordination meetings, and partner performance reviews. Support partner organizations in building capacity on compliance, reporting, and technical delivery. Work with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) team to track indicators, ensure data quality, and integrate feedback into adaptive project management. Prepare comprehensive, evidence-based progress reports in line with donor reporting templates and timelines. Collaborate with the Communications and MEAL teams to document lessons learned, success stories, and good practices. Coordinate with Finance, Operations, Human Resources, and Communications teams to ensure full compliance with donor contractual requirements—including procurement, visibility, and environmental or social safeguards. Develop and maintain an updated project risk mitigation plan. Maintain accurate, organized, and auditable documentation of project activities and expenditures. Build and sustain effective partnerships with county government authorities, community representatives, and other development stakeholders. Represent Habitat for Humanity Kenya at relevant coordination platforms, partner meetings, and donor engagement forums. Key Performance Indicators Alignment of project outcomes with HFHK’s strategic objectives. Effective and compliant implementation of donor-funded activities. Demonstrated performance culture and team motivation. Compliance with national regulations, donor standards, and internal policies. Strengthened relationships with local stakeholders and partner organizations. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Project Management, Social Sciences, or a related field. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage. Minimum of five years’ experience managing donor-funded development projects, ideally within Kenya or similar contexts. Proven experience in partner coordination, compliance, and results-based project management. Strong understanding of development cooperation principles and community-driven programming. Excellent written and oral communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills. Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders under pressure. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strategic and analytical thinking with strong problem-solving capabilities. Effective leadership and team coordination skills. Strong grasp of donor compliance frameworks and financial oversight. Excellent stakeholder engagement and diplomacy. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and recognized project management tools. Organizational Values and Culture The Project Coordinator must demonstrate a commitment to the Christian principles and values of Habitat for Humanity, as well as the broader vision of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI). The role requires integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism at all times. Core HFHI Values: Humility: Recognizing the collective mission beyond individual contributions. Courage: Acting with integrity, even in challenging circumstances. Accountability: Taking personal responsibility for delivering Habitat’s mission. Candidates must be willing to travel nationally and internationally as required and work flexible hours, including weekends when necessary. Safeguarding and Ethical Conduct Habitat for Humanity Kenya upholds the highest standards of safeguarding and protection for its staff, partners, and beneficiaries. All employees are expected to actively prevent harassment, sexual exploitation, and abuse, and to promote the rights of all community members, particularly children and vulnerable populations. Managers are responsible for fostering a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with Habitat’s Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies. How to Apply Qualified and motivated candidates are invited to submit a CV and cover letter as a single document to hr@hfhkenya.org by 5 November 2025. The subject line of the email should clearly state: Project Coordinator. Habitat for Humanity Kenya is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, or disability. About Habitat for Humanity Kenya Habitat for Humanity Kenya (HFHK) is part of Habitat for Humanity International, a global Christian housing organization that works with communities to build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. HFHK implements housing and community development projects that promote dignified living conditions, resilience, and sustainable livelihoods. For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the hiring organization. For any inquiries, please contact hiring organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. 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