The State Department for Social Protection and Seenior Citizen Affairs is currently seeking to undertake recruitment exercise to onboard two hundred and eighty (280) mentors and nineteen (19) mentor supervisors to be done in various locations within sixteen (16) Sub-Counties in ten (10) Counties.
The Government of Kenya, through the Kenya Social and Economic Inclusion Project (KSEIP II), is implementing the Economic Inclusion Program (EIP) to help households in extreme poverty build lasting livelihoods. To support delivery in selected Sub-Counties, the Government is recruiting Mentors and Mentor Supervisors who will work directly with participant households and communities. The program aims to ensure that selected participant households:
- are linked with programs and services that enable them to graduate from extreme poverty;
- establish sustainable livelihoods that support them in the face of socio-economic shocks;
- build the skills, knowledge and aptitudes needed to navigate the market;
- develop strong social connections; and
- become active members of Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs).
Mentors will provide regular coaching and support to participant households, while Mentor Supervisors will lead, train and coordinate Mentors within their Sub-County and ensure the delivery of program outputs. We invite committed, community-oriented individuals who are passionate about reducing poverty to apply and contribute to the Government’s drive for inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
Position: Mentor
Duration: Fifteen (15) Months (Not Renewable)
Number of Available Positions: Two hundred and eighty (280)
Role: To provide guidance, psychosocial support, and skill-building mentorship to assigned mentees, empowering them to achieve personal, academic, or professional development goals.
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain regular contact with assigned mentees.
- Offer one-on-one or group mentorship sessions.
- Support mentees in goal setting, life skills, and decision-making.
- Refer participants to relevant services when needed (e.g., counseling, health).
- Document mentorship sessions and maintain confidentiality.
- Participate in training and peer learning forums.
- Report regularly to the mentor supervisor on progress and challenges
Qualifications
- Diploma or Certificate in Social Work, Education, Psychology, or related field.
- Experience working with youth or vulnerable populations and poverty graduation programmes.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated empathy, reliability, and commitment
- Must be a positive role model with a clean ethical record
Competencies and Skills
- Confidentiality and trustworthiness
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Cultural sensitivity and respect
- Commitment to gender equality and social inclusion
Locations
| COUNTY |
SUB COUNTY |
LOCATIONS |
MENTORS |
| Baringo |
Kolowa |
Loiwat, Barpello and Ngoroni |
28 |
| Turkana |
Turkana North |
Ngisiger, Yapakuno, Kaeris and Kataboi |
28 |
| Kisumu |
Kisumu West |
Central Kisumu |
14 |
| Nyando |
Onjiko |
14 |
| Migori |
Nyatike |
West Kadem, Amoyo Central and Aneko |
14 |
| Kuria East |
Nyabasi West, Nyabasi North and Masongaleni |
14 |
| Makueni |
Kibwezi |
Masongaleni |
14 |
| Mbooni West |
Utangwa, Itetani and Kyuu |
14 |
| Murang’a |
Murang’a East |
Gikandu |
14 |
| Murang’a South |
Kimathi (Saba Saba) |
14 |
| Taita Taveta |
Taveta |
Jipe, Njukini and Timbila |
14 |
| Mwatate |
Mwatate, Kishamba and Rong’e Juu |
14 |
| Marsabit |
Saku (M. Central) |
Jirime and Hula Hula |
14 |
| North Horr |
Malabot and North Horr |
14 |
| Wajir |
Wajir East |
Maalim Salat, Jogbaro and Arbaqeramso |
28 |
| Tana River |
Tana North |
Buwa, Chewele, Hirimani, Hosingo, Mbalambala and Sala |
28 |
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280 |
EIP Position: Mentor Supervisor
Duration: Fifteen (15) Months (Not Renewable)
Number of Available Positions: Nineteen (19)
Role: To provide oversight, technical support, and quality assurance in the implementation of mentorship activities, and to guide and evaluate mentors in delivering effective support
Areas of Recruitment (Locations):
- Baringo – Kolowa Sub County,
- Kisumu – Kisumu West and Nyando Sub Counties,
- Makueniย ย ย Kibwezi and Mbooni West Sub Counties,
- Marsabit – Saku (Marsabit Central) and North Horr Sub Counties,
- Migori – Nyatike and Kuria East Sub Counties,
- Murang’a – Murang’a East and Murang’a South Sub Counties,
- Taita Taveta – Mwatate and Taveta Sub Counties,
- Tana Riverย ย ย – Tana North Sub County,
- Turkana – Turkana North Sub County
- Wajir – Wajir East Sub County
Responsibilities
- Train, guide, and support mentors in their roles.
- Supervise and monitor mentor-mentee interactions for quality and consistency.
- Collect and review reports submitted by mentors.
- Facilitate monthly supervision meetings and peer-sharing sessions.
- Ensure mentors adhere to ethical, child protection, and inclusion policies.
- Liaise with program staff for referral pathways, monitoring and evaluation.
- Provide feedback to improve mentorship strategies and tools.
- Provide guidance, support, and motivation to mentees
- Build trusting relationships with mentees based on respect and confidentiality
- Facilitate mentorship sessions and activities
- Document progress and participate in regular reviews and trainings
Competencies and Skills
- Confidentiality and trustworthiness
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Cultural sensitivity and respect
- Commitment to gender equality and social inclusion
- Leadership and conflict resolution skills
- Report writing and data analysis
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Education, Psychology, or related discipline.
- At least 1 year experience in mentorship, youth programs or community work and poverty graduation programmes. Knowledge of safeguarding, GESI, and M&E.
- Experience working with diverse or vulnerable populations
