Now Hiring (5 Positions)

Haki Yetu Charitable Trust is a human rights and governance organisation based in Mombasa, Kenya. The organisation works with communities, civil society and duty bearers across Kenyas coastal counties to advance access to justice for vulnerable groups, democratic governance and accountability, and land, urban and climate justice.The organisation is inviting applications from qualified, motivated and self-driven individuals to fill the following positions:

1. Program Officer – Democratic Governance
2. Assistant Program Officer – Climate Justice
3. Communications Associate
4. Procurement Intern
5. Access to Justice Intern

1. Program Officer – Democratic Governance
2. Reference: HYCT/2026/GOV-01
3. Location: Mombasa, with travel to coastal counties
4. Positions: 1
5. Engagement: Full-time, Fixed-term Contract

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of democratic governance programmes.
• Coordinate governance, accountability, devolution and public participation initiatives.
• Lead policy research, advocacy and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop programme work plans, budgets and proposals.
• Manage partnerships with donors, government institutions and civil society organisations.
• Supervise and mentor programme staff, interns and volunteers.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Governance, Law, Development Studies, International Relations, Social Sciences or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in governance, accountability, public policy or related programming.
• At least 2 years coordinating programmes or supervising staff.
• Experience in proposal writing, monitoring and evaluation, and donor reporting.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
• A relevant Masters degree is an added advantage.

1. Assistant Program Officer – Climate Justice
2. Reference: HYCT/2026/CLM-02
3. Location: Mombasa, with travel to coastal counties
4. Positions: 1
5. Engagement: Full-time, Fixed-term Contract

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate climate change, climate justice and climate governance interventions.
• Support community participation in climate adaptation and resilience initiatives.
• Advocate for equitable access to climate finance, land and natural resources.
• Support research, policy analysis and climate justice advocacy.
• Build partnerships with government agencies, civil society organisations and development partners.
• Prepare programme reports and contribute to resource mobilisation.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Science/Studies, Climate Change, Natural Resource Management, Land or Urban/Regional Planning, Geography, Development Studies or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in climate change, environmental governance, climate or land justice, community organising or related programming.
• Strong community mobilisation, research, communication and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and programme management applications.
• Training in climate adaptation, disaster risk management, environmental law or climate finance is an added advantage.
• Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Communications Associate
• Reference: HYCT/2026/COM-03
• Location: Mombasa, with field travel as required
• Positions: 1
• Engagement: Full-time, Fixed-term Contract

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and create content for the organisations social media platforms and website.
• Produce photographs, videos, graphics, newsletters, blogs and press releases.
• Support advocacy campaigns, media engagement and public awareness activities.
• Monitor social media performance and prepare analytics reports.
• Provide basic ICT support to staff.
• Maintain the organisations website, digital platforms and ICT equipment.
• Support cybersecurity, data backups and digital records management.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Communication, Journalism, Mass Media, Public Relations, Digital Media, Information Technology or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in communications, digital content or ICT support. Internship experience counts.
• Proficiency in graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe, video editing and social media management.
• Knowledge of website management, basic networking and ICT troubleshooting
• Strong writing and editing skills in English and Kiswahili.
• A portfolio of previous work samples is required.
• Relevant ICT, digital marketing, photography or video production certifications are an added advantage.

1. Procurement Intern
2. Reference: HYCT/2026/PRC-04
3. Location: Mombasa
4. Positions: 1
5. Engagement: 6-Month Internship

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing procurement documents and purchase requisitions.
• Source supplier quotations and prepare comparative price analyses.
• Support procurement committees and prepare meeting minutes.
• Assist in preparing purchase and service orders.
• Maintain procurement records, supplier registers and inventory records.
• Support asset management, stock-taking and procurement logistics.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Bachelors degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce or a related field, completed within the last two years.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Good record-keeping, communication and organisational skills.
• Honesty, integrity, confidentiality and willingness to learn.
• No work experience is required. Industrial attachment in procurement, stores or administration is an added advantage.

• Access to Justice Intern
• Reference: HYCT/2026/A2J-05
• Location: Malindi, Kilifi County
• Positions: 1
• Engagement: 6-Month Internship
• Applicants should be residents of or willing to relocate to Malindi.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support documentation of Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) implementation in Kilifi County.
• Assist with legal aid clinics, case intake and documentation of human rights violations.
• Maintain confidential case files and update case databases.
• Support case referrals and follow-ups with relevant government agencies.
• Participate in court monitoring, community forums and legal awareness sessions.
• Support paralegal networks and community engagement activities.
• Prepare activity reports and document programme outcomes.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Law (LLB), Criminology, Social Work, Sociology, Peace and Conflict Studies or a related field, OR a Diploma in Law or Paralegal Studies, completed within the last two years.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic database use.
• Strong communication, interviewing, listening and report-writing skills.
• Empathy, integrity and commitment to confidentiality.
• Paralegal training or certification in human rights, mediation or counselling is an added advantage. No work experience is required.

HOW TO APPLY

• Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following:
• A cover letter (maximum 1 page) indicating the position and reference number.
• A detailed CV (maximum 2 pages) with daytime telephone number and email address.
• Names and contact details of at least two professional referees.
• Copies of academic and professional certificates.
• For the Communications Associate position, applicants should also include links to or samples of their work portfolio.
• Application Email: hr@hakiyetu.ke
• Email Subject: Indicate the relevant reference number and position title.
• All application documents should be combined into one PDF file and sent to the email address above
• Application Deadline: Sunday, 22nd November 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Important Information:

• Interviews will be conducted physically in Mombasa.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Successful candidates are expected to start in January 2027.
• Haki Yetu Charitable Trust is an equal opportunity employer.
• The organisation does not charge any application or recruitment fees.