CHS Alliance is Hiring in Nairobi, Kenya: Two Communications and Engagement Roles Open Until 14 August 2026 ·Unknown

The CHS Alliance has announced two exciting career opportunities in Nairobi, Kenya, as it establishes a new Engagement and Communications Team aimed at strengthening connections with crisis-affected communities and humanitarian organisations worldwide.

The organisation is recruiting for Head of Engagement (Membership and Communications) and Communications and Content Officer. Both positions are offered under national contracts hosted by a partner NGO and are open to candidates who are legally eligible to work in Kenya.

Applications close on 14 August 2026.

About the CHS Alliance

CHS Alliance is a global alliance of more than 320 humanitarian and development organisations committed to improving the quality, accountability, and effectiveness of aid. The majority of its members are national and local NGOs working directly with communities affected by crises.

The creation of a dedicated engagement and communications team in Nairobi reflects the Alliance’s commitment to bringing its work closer to the people and organisations it serves across the humanitarian sector.

Why These Roles Matter

The new Nairobi-based team will play a central role in strengthening collaboration across CHS Alliance’s global membership, supporting communication between members, promoting learning opportunities, and ensuring that humanitarian organisations remain connected and informed.

Successful candidates will contribute to enhancing the visibility of the Alliance’s work while supporting organisations that are committed to improving humanitarian quality and accountability.

Position 1: Head of Engagement (Membership and Communications)

The Head of Engagement (Membership and Communications) will lead the Alliance’s membership, communications, and engagement functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic leadership for membership engagement activities
• Leading the organisation’s communications initiatives
• Managing the Alliance’s training and services portfolio
• Supervising a team of two staff members
• Strengthening relationships with members and partners
• Supporting collaboration across the humanitarian community

This leadership role is ideal for an experienced communications or membership professional with strong management and stakeholder engagement skills.

Position 2: Communications and Content Officer

The Communications and Content Officer will support the organisation’s day-to-day communications and digital engagement activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating and managing social media content
• Producing the Members Brief and organisational newsletters
• Editing website content
• Promoting events and organisational activities
• Supporting communications campaigns
• Developing engaging content for members and external audiences

The role is well suited to candidates with strong writing, editing, digital communications, and content management skills.

Who Can Apply?

Both opportunities are open to candidates who:

• Are legally eligible to work in Kenya
• Have experience in communications, engagement, or related fields
• Possess excellent writing and content development skills
• Can work effectively within an international and multicultural environment
• Are passionate about strengthening humanitarian action and collaboration

These positions provide an opportunity to contribute to a globally recognised humanitarian network while working from Nairobi.

Working With the CHS Alliance

Joining the CHS Alliance means becoming part of an organisation committed to improving humanitarian quality through collaboration, learning, accountability, and member engagement.

Successful candidates will work with a diverse network of NGOs, humanitarian agencies, and partners from around the world, helping to strengthen collective efforts to support crisis-affected populations.

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit:

• An updated CV
• A motivation letter

Applications should be emailed to recruitment@chsalliance.org, with the job title clearly stated in the subject line.

Application Deadline: 14 August 2026

Why Consider These Opportunities?

These positions offer the chance to:

• Join a respected global humanitarian alliance
• Influence communications across a membership of more than 320 organisations
• Support humanitarian organisations worldwide
• Work in an international, mission-driven environment
• Build meaningful relationships across the global NGO sector
• Advance a career in humanitarian communications and engagement

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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organisation offering these positions. For applications and inquiries, please contact the CHS Alliance directly. Do not send applications or CVs to GSO.

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