About Inuka

Inuka Kenya Ni Sisi! is a Kenyan grassroots social movement organization founded in 2009 and registered/incorporated as a Company Limited by Guarantee in 2012. It envisions a peaceful, united, and well-governed Kenya with equal economic and social opportunity for all citizens. The organization exists to empower Kenyan citizens to improve their lives and demand good governance as a means to achieve socio-economic growth and equality of opportunity among all Kenyans. It aims to curate a social movement (the Ni Sisi! Movement) that will seek to unite Kenyans to forge a collective identity, drive transformation in leadership, and improve maisha — wellbeing — for all Kenyans. To this end, Inuka supports community groups/organizations and collaborates with initiatives at the local, national, and regional levels to build capacity and linkages for effective collective action. Inuka Kenya Ni Sisi!’s philosophy is underpinned by the concept of “dignity before development” — each individual’s inherent dignity must be upheld at all levels of interaction. 

Inuka Kenya Ni Sisi! operates a Wellness Sanctuary for Civic Catalysts in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. The initiative’s objective is to offer a Sanctuary for the care of those who have given or give so much to their nations by providing resources, facilitative opportunities, and a safe space where their bodies, souls, and spirits can be shielded from harm, healed, affirmed, rejuvenated, and restored. It complements other efforts by civil society organizations in this area.

About the role 

Essential Functions

As the Programme Officer – Wellness, you will provide administrative oversight and coordination support in the implementation of the Inuka Kenya wellness program. Working in collaboration with other line managers, you will manage systems to ensure efficient and effective wellness program implementation and integration. The Programme Officer-Wellness will be responsible for program compliance in line with diverse donor needs, including work-plan development, coordination during execution, and reporting in line with stipulated grant provisions. Based on the institutional strategy, you will provide input to manage program outputs and progress towards the achievement of the initiative’s results. 

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Support processes of physical, psychological, and emotional healing; facilitate placements of individuals and organizations; and organize wellness events, including trainings, retreats, peer support, and conversations. 
• Lead the mapping of legal, health (physical, mental, emotional), and financial wellness resources,  experts, and networks that the Sanctuary can leverage. 
• Facilitate personal legacy projects by supporting memorialization, documentation, mentoring, and investing in the future of civic activism.
• Coordinate the development of annual, quarterly, and monthly work plans for the implementation of wellness activities. 
• Collaborate with the Finance and Administration Unit to develop and manage activity budgets. 
• Oversee logistical and operational aspects to ensure smooth execution of all wellness initiatives. 
• In collaboration with the administration office, develop and manage the operational and logistical aspects for the successful implementation of all initiatives. 
• Provide direct support to the program implementation team in maintaining and observing Inuka  Kenya’s operational systems and controls to effectively implement the program 
• In liaison with the line managers, provide input on the efficient and effective utilization of available  resources as it relates to the implementation of various initiatives 
• Establish and maintain adequate and effective workflow processes, as well as maintain channels of information within the various projects and initiatives. 
• Contribute to program design and business development, including relationship management with existing networks, coalitions, and donors. 
• Ensure timely, comprehensive, and complete reporting in accordance with specific institutional guidelines as well as project donor requirements. 
• Provide program administrative support to emerging initiatives within the organization as needed and as instructed. 
• Support program teams in the development and maintenance of a program database/resource and update the program team through regular analysis and updates to measure progress towards desired results for various Inuka Kenya initiatives. 
• Act as a resource point as well as support to create requisite linkages between all of Inuka’s programs,  resources/opportunities, and external operational environment. 
• Support the documentation of lessons learned, success stories, and best practices to inform program improvement and donor communication. 
• Contribute to the design and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL)  frameworks for wellness initiatives. 

Academic and Professional Experience 

• University degree in Health Education, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Social Science or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. 
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in wellness program development,  implementation, and coordination 
• Experience in developing and implementing wellness policies for civil society  organisations and civic actors 

Skills and Personal Attributes  

• Experience working with networks, coalitions, and partnerships. 
• Strong project management, strategic planning, and organizational skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders in a multi-cultural environment.
• Proficiency in financial management, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting. v. Advanced computer literacy and familiarity with digital coordination tools, e.g, Google  Workspace. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili. 
• Experience in trauma-informed care, psychosocial support, or wellness facilitation is an added advantage. 
• Demonstrated integrity, accountability, and respect for diversity. 
• Strong time management, team building, and results-based management skills.

How to Apply 

Only candidates who meet the set criteria should submit applications together with their updated curriculum vitae that include details of daytime contacts, names and contacts of three referees addressed to careers@inukakenya.com with “Programme Officer-Wellness” in the subject line, not later than 5th  December 2025. 

Inuka Kenya is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture.  Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with strict confidence. Find more details about our work here.