We exist to change the systems that keep people in poverty and vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, nature loss and pollution. We work alongside communities to build resilient livelihoods and thriving, inclusive societies.
In Kenya, we have been active since 1990, implementing impactful programmes that have changed lives. We are a trusted partner to the national and county governments, private sector, communities, funders and development organizations. We operate offices in Nairobi, Kisumu and Kakamega. For more information: Where we work.
Practical Action is seeking to recruit Clean Cooking Technical Officer who will serve as the technical lead for the UK PACT project while providing broader organizational technical support to Practical Action’s energy portfolio. The Technical Officer will support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of clean cooking initiatives. The officer will provide technical expertise to ensure the adoption of clean cooking technologies and fuels, contribute to program design and delivery, support stakeholder engagement, and promote evidence-based approaches for improving health, gender, environmental, and economic outcomes.
How to applyA detailed Job Profile can be accessed from the download section.
If you are ready for an exciting challenge with an organisation whose mission and values are particularly relevant in these rapidly changing times, please forward your application, curriculum vitae and cover letter to: Practical Action, Kenya Office by email: recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke no later than Friday, 31st October 2025 indicating ‘Practical Action: ‘Clean Cooking Technical Officer’ in the subject line of the email. Your cover letter should outline why you feel you are the right candidate for this position. Please include the names of 3 referees in your CV. All information/data provided will be handled in utmost confidentiality and will only be used for recruitment purposes.
Additional InformationPractical Action is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from under-represented groups. We stay committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse working environment and believe that people from different backgrounds or cultures give us different perspectives, and the more perspectives we have, the more successful we will be. By building a culture where everyone feels heard, respected and valued we give everyone working with us the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
Practical Action is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
