• Posted: September 3, 2025
• Application Deadline: September 16, 2025
• Locations: Nairobi (Application Administrator – PI), Turkana (Mentor – Turkana)

BOMA Projects, a U.S. nonprofit and Kenyan NGO, is dedicated to lifting 3 million people out of extreme poverty by 2028 through innovative economic inclusion programs in Africa’s drylands. Founded 15 years ago to empower pastoralist women in Kenya, BOMA Projects has transformed the lives of over 704,352 women, youth, and refugees across Kenya, Uganda, and Ethiopia. Known for its tech-savvy, data-driven approach and 99% locally based team, BOMA Projects targets last-mile populations vulnerable to climate change and systemic shocks. As of September 3, 2025, BOMA Projects is recruiting for two critical roles: Application Administrator – PI in Nairobi and Mentor – Turkana (2 Posts) in Kakelae and Naagis, Turkana. These BOMA Projects Jobs offer professionals the chance to drive poverty alleviation, enhance resilience, and contribute to sustainable development in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Important Note: BOMA Projects’ recruitment process is free of charge. Applicants should beware of fraudsters requesting payment for recruitment assistance and report suspicious activity to the authorities. BOMA Projects is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming diverse candidates, with a special encouragement for female candidates for the Mentor – Turkana role. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by September 16, 2025.

Open Roles at BOMA Projects

BOMA Projects is recruiting for the following full-time, contract-based roles in Kenya, as of September 3, 2025:

1. Application Administrator – PI – ICT / Computer (Nairobi)
2. Mentor – Turkana (2 Posts) – Project Management (Kakelae and Naagis, Turkana)

These BOMA Projects Jobs are designed for professionals passionate about poverty alleviation, technology, and community empowerment, contributing to BOMA Projects’ mission to end extreme poverty in Africa’s drylands.

General Application Requirements

• Application Process: Candidates must submit applications through BOMA Projects’ recruitment portal, including a Cover Letter, updated CV, and supporting documents (e.g., certified academic certificates, Kenya Revenue Authority Tax Compliance Certificate, Certificate of Good Conduct) in PDF format. Specific application links are provided in the Method of Application section below. For reference, the address is BOMA Projects, P.O. Box 1861-10400, Nanyuki, Kenya.
• Locations: Nairobi (Application Administrator – PI) and Turkana (Mentor – Turkana, in Kakelae and Naagis).
• Deadline: Applications must be submitted by September 16, 2025. Early submission is recommended due to the competitive nature of these BOMA Projects Jobs.
• Communication: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Monitor email (including spam/junk folders) for updates from BOMA Projects’ HR team.
• Fraud Prevention: BOMA Projects does not charge fees for recruitment, including CBTs, tests, or assessments. Verify communications through official channels and report suspicious activity.
• Eligibility: Candidates must have legal authorization to work in Kenya and provide required documentation, such as a Tax Compliance Certificate and Certificate of Good Conduct. Mentor – Turkana candidates must be residents of Kakelae or Naagis villages.
• Qualifications: Vary by role (detailed below), but generally include a tertiary qualification (Bachelor’s/Diploma) and relevant experience. Fluency in English is required; Swahili and local languages (e.g., Turkana) are an advantage for the Mentor role.
• Canvassing: Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification, ensuring a fair and transparent process for all applicants seeking BOMA Projects Jobs.

Please Note:

• Applications must include a Cover Letter, CV, and supporting documents, clearly specifying the role applied for (e.g., “Application: Application Administrator – PI”). For Mentor – Turkana, indicate the exact location (Kakelae or Naagis). Incomplete applications may not be considered.
• BOMA Projects encourages applications from diverse candidates, particularly women for the Mentor – Turkana role, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and empowerment.
• Tailor applications to highlight alignment with BOMA Projects’ mission to end extreme poverty and enhance resilience.

1. Application Administrator – PI

Job Type: Full Time (Contract)
Department: Information Technology & Performance
Reports to: Director – M&E Accountability and Reporting
Qualification: Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Bachelor’s in Computer Science, IT, or related field) or recognition of prior learning
Experience: Minimum 3 years in application administration/development/support; 3 years with Salesforce/Taroworks; 2 years with Microsoft applications
Location: Nairobi, Kenya (with frequent field travel)
Job Field: ICT / Computer
Deadline: September 16, 2025

Role Overview

The Application Administrator – PI at BOMA Projects serves as the lead administrator and developer for the Salesforce Program Management System (Performance Insight) and Taroworks, ensuring system efficiency and user adoption. This BOMA Projects Jobs role involves analyzing requirements, implementing changes, maintaining system integrity, and leading training to support BOMA Projects’ data-driven approach to poverty alleviation.

Key Responsibilities

• Requirements Analysis: Identify and implement system changes, gather user feedback, and communicate updates to ensure seamless adoption at BOMA Projects.
• System Development: Manage Salesforce releases, create custom objects, fields, reports, and workflows, and enhance functionalities to meet organizational needs.
• System Maintenance: Perform periodic maintenance, ensure third-party integrations (e.g., Taroworks) operate optimally, and maintain system security and integrity.
• User Support and Training: Lead training for users, promote Salesforce adoption, and enhance end-user experience through regular communication and support.
• Process and Documentation: Document processes, workflows, and field maps, and create new processes with associated reporting for BOMA Projects.
• Data Management: Assist with data migration, import data, manage duplicate records, monitor exception logs, and improve data quality.
• Additional Duties: Undertake other responsibilities as assigned to support BOMA Projects’ mission.

Key Outputs/Deliverables

• Optimized Salesforce/Taroworks systems enhancing BOMA Projects’ program efficiency.
• Comprehensive training and user adoption strategies.
• Accurate, high-quality data supporting BOMA Projects’ M&E goals.
• Well-documented processes and workflows.
• Secure, compliant system operations with minimal disruptions.

Qualifications and Skills

• Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Bachelor’s in Computer Science, IT) or recognition of prior learning.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in application administration, development, or support in a technology-intensive environment.
• 3 years’ experience with Salesforce and Taroworks as a developer or functional consultant.
• 2 years’ experience with Microsoft applications (SharePoint, MS Business Central, Office).
• Proficiency in at least two software development languages (C#, Java, or PHP).
• Working knowledge of financial and project management.
• Excellent communication, relationship management, and analytical skills.
• Self-driven, solution-oriented, and willing to learn new technologies.

Why Join

• Drive BOMA Projects’ data-driven mission to end extreme poverty through innovative technology.
• Contribute to BOMA Projects Jobs impacting over 3 million people by 2028.
• Work in a tech-savvy, inclusive environment with opportunities for growth and field impact.

2. Mentor – Turkana (2 Posts)

Job Type: Full Time (Contract)
Program: USAID Nawiri
Reports to: Field Officer
Qualification: Diploma in community health and nutrition, public health, community development, social work, or related discipline
Experience: Minimum 2 years in similar community work with proven data collection experience
Locations: Kakelae and Naagis, Turkana, Kenya
Job Field: Project Management
Deadline: September 16, 2025

Role Overview

The Mentor – Turkana, part of the USAID Nawiri program, provides 18-month coaching, mentorship, and monitoring to ultra-poor and nutritionally vulnerable households in Kakelae and Naagis, Turkana. This BOMA Projects Jobs role supports the Rural Entrepreneurship Access Project (REAP) for Nutrition (R4N), helping households graduate from extreme poverty and undernutrition through business development, savings groups, and nutritional interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Participant Engagement: Enroll households in R4N, provide coaching, and support business and savings group formation to drive poverty alleviation at BOMA Projects.
• Business and Financial Support: Help households establish profitable businesses, facilitate market and financial linkages, and conduct financial literacy training.
• Nutritional Interventions: Collaborate with Community Health Promoters (CHPs) and Assistants (CHAs) to conduct monthly nutritional screenings, facilitate referrals for Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) and Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM) cases, and provide nutritional education.
• Community Collaboration: Work with Nawiri stakeholders (e.g., GIRL H mentors, Male Champions) to address persistent acute malnutrition using a one-Nawiri approach.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Collect data to track household, business, and savings group progress, maintain data integrity, and meet key performance indicators (KPIs) as per BOMA’s M&E plan.
• Tool Maintenance: Ensure tablets, motorcycles, and other tools are in good condition, submitting fuel logs and repair requests on time.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Prepare participants for BHA visits and participate in review, reflection, and planning meetings.
• Additional Duties: Undertake other tasks as assigned to support BOMAs’ goals.

Key Outputs/Deliverables

• Successful household graduation from extreme poverty and undernutrition.
• Profitable businesses and sustainable savings groups for BOMA participants.
• Reduced malnutrition rates through effective screenings and referrals.
• High-quality, accurate data supporting BOMA Projects’ M&E objectives.
• Strong community relationships fostering self-motivation and agency.

Qualifications and Skills

• Diploma in community health and nutrition, public health, community development, social work, or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in community work with proven data collection skills.
• Valid motorcycle license (A1/A2) and experience riding a motorcycle.
• Excellent soft skills: interpersonal, communication, empathy, problem-solving, conflict resolution, collaboration.
• Basic experience in mobile data collection and Microsoft Office.
• Self-driven, able to work with minimum supervision, and capable of using data for decision-making.
• Must be a resident of Kakelae or Naagis, Turkana, where R4N interventions are implemented.

Why Join

• Empower ultra-poor households through BOMA Project Jobs, transforming lives in Turkana.
• Contribute to the USAID Nawiri program’s goal of reducing acute malnutrition.
• Work in a community-focused, inclusive environment with opportunities for impact and growth.

Why Join BOMA Projects?

BOMA Projects Jobs offer professionals the opportunity to make a lasting impact on poverty alleviation and resilience in Africa’s drylands. The Application Administrator – PI drives technological innovation, ensuring BOMA Projects’ data-driven approach maximizes program efficiency. The Mentor – Turkana empowers vulnerable households in Turkana, supporting sustainable businesses and nutritional outcomes. Employees benefit from a collaborative, 99% locally based team, comprehensive training, and a mission-driven culture, aligning with BOMA Projects’ goal to lift 3 million people out of extreme poverty by 2028.

About BOMA Projects

Headquartered at BOMA Projects, P.O. Box 1861-10400, Nanyuki, Kenya, BOMA Projects is a U.S. nonprofit and Kenyan NGO with operations across Kenya, Uganda, and Ethiopia. Founded in 2009, BOMA Projects has impacted over 704,352 lives through its Rural Entrepreneurship Access Project (REAP) and other economic inclusion programs. BOMA Projects Jobs support the organization’s tech-savvy, data-driven approach, focusing on last-mile populations in drylands vulnerable to climate change and systemic shocks.

Commitment to Poverty Alleviation

BOMA Projects leads in economic inclusion, with programs like REAP for Nutrition (R4N) under USAID Nawiri addressing persistent acute malnutrition in Turkana and Samburu. The Application Administrator – PI role enhances program efficiency through Salesforce and Taroworks, while the Mentor – Turkana role delivers direct community impact, supporting BOMA Projects’ mission to end extreme poverty.

Impact on Africa’s Drylands

BOMA Projects operates in challenging dryland regions, competing with organizations like Mercy Corps and Save the Children in delivering scalable solutions. The Projects Jobs contribute to sustainable development, empowering women, youth, and refugees to withstand crises and build resilient livelihoods.

Inclusive Culture

BOMA Projects fosters a dynamic, inclusive culture, with 99% local staff and a focus on diversity, particularly encouraging female applicants for the Mentor – Turkana role. Employees in BOMA Projects Jobs benefit from training, mentorship, and a supportive environment, aligned with the organization’s values of innovation, impact, and empowerment.

Tips for a Successful Application

To stand out for these BOMA Jobs, candidates should consider the following:

• Tailor Your Application: Highlight relevant experience (e.g., Salesforce development for Application Administrator, community work for Mentor – Turkana). Reference BOMA Projects’ mission to end extreme poverty.
• Demonstrate Expertise: Showcase technical skills (e.g., C#, Java, Salesforce for Application Administrator; data collection, community engagement for Mentor – Turkana).
• Ensure Professionalism: Submit error-free PDFs, including a Cover Letter, CV, and certified documents, specifying the role and location (e.g., Kakelae for Mentor – Turkana).
• Meet the Deadline: Apply by September 16, 2025, via the recruitment portal, as BOMA Projects Jobs are competitive.
• Prepare Documentation: Include a Kenya Revenue Authority Tax Compliance Certificate and Certificate of Good Conduct. For Mentor – Turkana, confirm residency in Kakelae or Naagis.
• Follow Instructions: Use the correct application link to avoid processing issues.

Method of Application

Interested candidates should submit their application through BOMA recruitment portal by September 16, 2025, including a Cover Letter, updated CV, and certified documents (e.g., academic certificates, Kenya Revenue Authority Tax Compliance Certificate, Certificate of Good Conduct) in PDF format. Specify the role applied for in the Cover Letter:

• Application Administrator – PI: Apply at https://boma.careers.flair.hr/positions/a9GRd0000006kPxMAI
• Mentor – Turkana (2 Posts): Apply at https://boma.careers.flair.hr/positions/a9GRd0000006kMjMAI (indicate Kakelae or Naagis as your location).

Monitor email (including spam/junk folders) for updates from BOMA Projects’ HR team. Verify communications through official channels and report suspicious activity to the authorities.

Sources:

• Job details: Provided BOMA Projects job descriptions, posted September 3, 2025.
• Additional context: BOMA Projects website (www.bomaproject.org), accessed September 4, 2025.

Note: As of September 4, 2025, at 10:10 AM EAT, candidates must apply via BOMA’S recruitment portal by September 16, 2025, to join BOMA mission to lift 3 million people out of extreme poverty by 2028.

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