About Riverside Enterprises
Riverside Enterprises is a waste management and environmental services company that provides garbage collection, recycling, and waste-to-energy solutions in Nairobi and its environs. Founded in 2010, the company collects waste from over 50,000 households and 2,000 commercial premises daily. Riverside operates a material recovery facility that processes 200 tonnes of waste per day, diverting approximately forty percent from landfill through recycling and composting. The company employs 600 staff and runs a fleet of sixty collection trucks. Riverside is licensed by NEMA and is a member of the Kenya Waste Management Network.
What you will do:
You will manage the implementation of community development programmes, including needs assessments, programme design, stakeholder engagement, and monitoring and evaluation. Daily tasks include conducting field visits to project sites, facilitating community meetings, coordinating with local government officials and partner organisations, and preparing progress reports for donors. The role involves managing programme budgets, ensuring that funds are used according to donor requirements, and preparing financial reports. You will also support proposal development and grant writing for new funding opportunities. Experience with community-based participatory approaches, participatory rural appraisal, and logical framework analysis is important. The position requires willingness to travel extensively within the project area and work in rural communities with limited infrastructure.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
Requirements:
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, send your updated CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the application deadline. Riverside Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
