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Children of God Relief Institute (COGRI) is a dynamic, faith-based organization founded in 1992 by Father Angelo D’Agostino. Our mission is to provide high-quality comprehensive care and support to HIV-infected and affected children, their families, and communities in a sustainable manner. COGRI currently operates three core programs: Nyumbani Children’s Home in Karen, Nyumbani Village in Kitui, and the Nyumbani Diagnostic Laboratory. (COGRI) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by the state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Our organization makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
We do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, shortlisting, interviewing, and/or offer.
We wishes to recruit experienced, competent, motivated and self-driven individuals who will play a pivotal role in furthering the Institution’s mission through the various programs and as outlined in the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan.
We are currently welcoming applications for the position(s) listed below:
1. GENERAL MANAGER
Reporting to the COGRI Board of Directors, through the Board Chairperson and working with the Board, the General Manager (GM) will provide both strategic leadership at COGRI for the accomplishment of the organization’s strategic mission and objectives. The role is responsible for providing strategic direction and support in the implementation of all the activities within COGRI. This role will provide leadership to the senior management team to ensure implementation of their respective objectives and manage the performance of each program/activity in accordance with the interests of all the COGRI stakeholders.
The GM will execute his/her responsibilities in a manner that reflects and upholds the organization’s Christian values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop/execute an Organizational strategic plan that guides COGRI in achieving its mandate and organizational objectives;
- Manage all strategic relationships and messaging with partners, donors, international boards, government bodies, and the public to maintain a favourable reputation, strong institutional credibility to cultivate long-term stakeholder trust;
- Provide oversight to all COGRI programs (Nyumbani Home, Nyumbani Village, Nyumbani Diagnostic Laboratory) to ensure the delivery of high-quality, holistic care that meets child safeguarding standards and compliance with emerging program requirements;
- Prepare annual operational budgets to inform organizational planning, resource mobilization, revenue generation activities and cost containment;
- Proactively identify and engage potential donors to secure funding to meet the organization’s financial needs;
- Develop and monitor a profit and loss account for Kitui Village to inform the profitable management of the Village income generating activities for sustainability and maximization of all the resources therein;
- Develop and implement a comprehensive sustainability plan to safeguard the organization’s resources and ensure the long-term continuity, resilience, and impact of COGRI;
- Strengthen partnerships with the Government of Kenya, the Catholic Church, international partners, donors and the community.
Required Qualification & Experience
- A Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Commerce, Business, Program/Project Management or Social Studies
- A Masters in Business Administration and/or strategy, Public Administration, International Development, Social Sciences, or a related field, is an added advantage.
- Demonstrable experience in successful resource mobilization, fundraising, and financial management with multi-million-dollar budgets.
- 10 years’ working experience in senior leadership roles such as Head of Programs, Deputy Country Director, Chief of Party or Deputy Chief of Party in a comparable NGO, faith-based, or social enterprise organization or for-profit sector.
- A good appreciation of the Kenyan context, particularly in childcare reform, HIV/AIDS programming, and public health.
- An understanding of current trends in the not-for-profit sector and sustainability planning
- Alignment with COGRIs Christian faith-based values and mission
- IT savvy.
Desirable
- Experience in managing complex organizational change or restructuring.
- Experience in managing social enterprises or income-generating projects.
- An established network with relevant government agencies, donors, and international partners in Kenya.
If you are the candidate that we are looking for please send your application through recruitment@nyumbani.or.ke with the title of the position applied for (General Manager) as the email subject no later than 15th December 2025. We will require your complete professional profile and contact details therein. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
2. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop/execute a human resource strategy in alignment with the organizational strategic plan to guide the recruitment, optimal deployment, development, management and retention of COGRI’s human resources.
- Embed HR strategies that support the organization’s shift towards sustainability and a social enterprise model.
- Support strategy execution through performance management, workforce planning and institutional strengthening.
- Support organizational change management initiatives.
- Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive work environment that upholds COGRI’s values of Respect, Teamwork, and Christian Compassion.
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that promote effective workforce planning, staff development, employee relations, compensation management, and overall organizational development.
- Provide comprehensive HR advisory and support to line managers and staff across all aspects of the employment lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, pay and benefits, leave management, disciplinary matters, grievance handling, conflict resolution, and performance management, ensuring compliance with COGRI policies and relevant Kenyan labour laws.
- Ensure all staff, especially those working directly with children, receive mandatory and regular training on Child Safeguarding policies.
- Manage grievance and disciplinary matters in line with COGRI’s policies and the Labour laws and in an expeditious and fair manner.
- Optimize the use of Microsoft 360 Dynamics ERP system to automate HR processes for ease of record keeping administration and reporting.
Required Qualification & Experience
- A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Commerce (Human Resources), Social Sciences, Business Administration or similar field from a recognized institution
- Certified Human resource Professional (CHRP)
- A full and current member with the Institute of Human Resource Management Kenya (IHRMK) with a practicing certificate.
- Microsoft 360 Dynamics or HRIS working knowledge.
- 5 – 8 years’ working experience as a HR generalist with management experience.
- An understanding of current HR practice and methodologies, including in depth knowledge of the Kenyan Labour laws.
- Demonstrable experience developing and implementing human resource policies
- IT Savvy
Desirable
- Experience working in an NGO, faith-based organization, or a multi-program setting.
- Experience in a unionized environment is an advantage.