Local Facilitator - Kenya

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Local Facilitator - Kenya for a education consultancy assignment financed by Trade and Development Bank in Kenya.

Aninver Development Partners SL is preparing a proposal for an upcoming educational development assignment funded by the Trade and Development Bank in Kenya. We are currently seeking a qualified Local Facilitator to support stakeholder engagement and field-level coordination for this important initiative.

The selected expert will play a critical role in bridging international expertise with local contexts, ensuring effective communication, logistical support, and stakeholder alignment throughout the assignment duration. This is an exciting opportunity for a local professional to contribute to impactful educational sector development in Kenya.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Facilitate seamless communication and coordination between the project team and local educational stakeholders in Kenya.
• Support the implementation of field activities and workshops related to the education sector development initiative.
• Ensure cultural and institutional alignment of project deliverables with national frameworks.
• Provide timely local insights and logistical support to international experts.

Scope of work

• Organize and coordinate stakeholder consultations, meetings, and workshops across relevant regions in Kenya.
• Liaise with local educational authorities, community leaders, and institutional partners.
• Gather relevant local data, documentation, and inputs required for the assignment.
• Assist in drafting progress reports and summarizing feedback from local stakeholders.
• Identify potential operational bottlenecks and propose practical, context-specific solutions.

Your role as Local Facilitator - Kenya

• Serve as the primary point of contact for local stakeholder engagement in Kenya.
• Plan and execute local logistics for meetings, focus groups, and field visits.
• Translate materials or interpret discussions when necessary to ensure clear communication.
• Document proceedings of workshops and consultations and submit structured reports.
• Collaborate closely with the core consulting team to meet assignment milestones effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education, social sciences, development studies, or a related field.
• Demonstrated professional experience in facilitating workshops, stakeholder engagement, or project coordination in Kenya.
• Deep understanding of the education sector landscape and institutional context in Kenya.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Fluency in English and Swahili, both written and spoken.
• National of, or based in, the project country

Desirable

• Previous experience working with international financial institutions or development banks.
• Established professional network within the education sector in Kenya.

The ideal candidate is a proactive local professional with deep knowledge of Kenya's education sector, exceptional facilitation skills, and a proven track record in stakeholder coordination.

Assignment details

• Location: Kenya
• Financed by: Trade and Development Bank
• Sector: Education
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a Trade and Development Bank-financed project in Kenya.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? This position requires a national of, or a professional based in, the project country.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.