Business Development Services Specialist

Chemonics International, a U.S. based international development consulting firm, seeks experienced professionals for the anticipated USAID-funded Kenya Integrated Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (KIWASH) Program. The program aims to strengthen water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services and water resource institutions and improve access to those services. It will also include work in integration of WASH and nutrition services and financing/credit for services. Ultimately, the project will lead to at-scale adoption of sustainable models of WASH service delivery. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people all around the world. 

 Business Development Services Specialist
  • Master’s degree in business administration, private sector development, or related field required
·         Minimum five years of experience working on donor-funded projects related to microfinance, business development services, or related sector
·         Experience facilitating access to commercial credit for small businesses and entrepreneurs and enhancing SME creditworthiness through BDS training
·         Ability to assess the capabilities of Kenyan business service providers
·         Experience identifying and introducing sustainable financing/credit for WASH service providers preferred
·         Demonstrated experience with internationally recognized business services best practices
·         In-depth knowledge of the Kenyan private sector



Candidates must be fluent in English. Experience working in the WASH sector preferred.


Application Instructions: Send resumes and cover letters to kenyawashrecruit@gmail.com by February 20, 2014. Please indicate which position the application is for in the e-mail subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Only finalists will be contacted.

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