Full Time
Nairobi, Kenya
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Kutoa Project

Kutoa Project Job Openings – 2025 | Nairobi, Kenya | Apply Now

ABOUT KUTOA PROJECT

Kutoa Project is a mission-driven organization based in Nairobi, Kenya, committed to transforming the lives of children and youth affected by trauma. Through holistic, faith-based, and survivor-centered care models, Kutoa creates safe environments where individuals can heal, grow, and pursue brighter futures.

We work with youth aged 6–25 across East Africa, offering individual and group counselling, trauma-informed training, and community-based programs. Our staff receive continuous professional development, supervision, and oversight to ensure high-quality care.

Vision: To foster opportunities for hope, healing, and restoration.
Mission: To support those affected by trauma—and those who serve them—through hopeful, purposeful, and faith-filled services.

POSITION 1: Program Coordinator

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Full-Time

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Build and manage strong partnerships with national, county, and community organizations
Oversee training and development programs in trauma-informed care
Lead hands-on healing programs: group counseling, Vacation Bible School, and School Outreach
Support the Director of Operations in strategic planning and partner engagement
Identify new program opportunities and support the execution of ongoing projects
Manage volunteer engagement and public awareness campaigns
Facilitate community-based initiatives that foster healing and resilience
Organize meetings, maintain program calendars, and supervise outreach activities

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Psychology, Social Work, or related field
3+ years experience in program coordination, youth empowerment, or trauma support
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Background in working with vulnerable populations or survivors of trauma preferred
Commitment to faith-based, survivor-centered, and social justice models
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to meet community demands

POSITION 2: Counsellor

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type: Full-Time

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide individual and group therapy to children and youth
Deliver psychosocial support services, including crisis intervention and case management
Plan, coordinate, and evaluate educational mental health programs
Develop assessments, outreach materials, and intervention models
Serve as a consultant and mental health resource for partner organizations and communities
Maintain client files and ensure compliance with clinical documentation standards
Monitor quality assurance and data accuracy in service delivery
Train and supervise junior staff or volunteers in psychosocial support practices
Support program expansion through research and implementation feedback

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Social Work
3+ years direct clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and trauma survivors
Registered with relevant professional body (e.g., KCPA, KPS, or similar)
Strong grasp of confidentiality, child safeguarding, and ethical counseling practices
Excellent report writing, planning, and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to design and evaluate mental health outreach programs
Strong alignment with Christian faith-based principles and community-centered healing

WHY JOIN KUTOA?

Be part of a life-changing movement across East Africa
Receive continuous professional development, workshops, and mentorship
Work in a values-driven, faith-based environment
Engage in innovative trauma recovery practices with impact-driven outcomes
Collaborate with a compassionate team of mental health, youth, and development experts

HOW TO APPLY

Apply via the official Kutoa Project career portal:

Application Tip: Make sure your CV clearly outlines experience working with vulnerable populations, trauma recovery, faith-based counseling, or community development. Include a cover letter detailing why you’re passionate about Kutoa Project’s mission.

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By The Kenyan Job Finder Team