Management Consultant

Senior Associate, Health Practice (Kenya)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Work Level: Skilled | Contract | Market Related Salary

About Genesis:

Genesis is an impact consultancy founded, incorporated and headquartered in Africa. We have worked in 52 African countries and more than 100 countries globally. Our focus is on the Young World – nations with young populations across Africa, the Middle East, South Asia and Southeast Asia.

We partner with key actors to deliver urgent, lasting impact in critical areas, helping the Young World move faster, more sustainably, and on its own terms.

The Health Practice:

The Health Practice strengthens health systems and outcomes across the continent by combining analytical depth, technical expertise, and strategic insight.

Our team brings together specialists in research, data, digital innovation, and health financing, with strong experience across infectious diseases and RMNCH+N. We partner with governments, multilateral and bilateral organisations, foundations, and NGOs to design, implement, and evaluate programmes that advance equitable, resilient, and sustainable health systems.

Role Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our Health Practice. You will work with an excellent and diverse team to deliver high-quality consulting and technical assistance projects across infectious diseases and women's health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage projects, generate sound advice, and provide quality assistance to c

lients.
• Conduct and review both qualitative and quantitative analysis; synthesise findings into clear reports and presentations.

• Review inputs of junior consultants; nurture, train, and mentor them.

• Prepare clearly thought-out and logically written documents using MS Word and PowerPoint

• Identify and pursue new opportunities, contribute to proposals, and strengthen client relationships.

• Interact and negotiate with clients.

• Contribute to thought leadership and positioning of the Health Practice.

• Engage with clients, partners, and government counterparts to facilitate collaboration and influence strategy.

• Keep abreast of industry developments

Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience:

• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g. MPH, MBBCH, MBA) or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 6 years of professional experience, with at least 5 years in oversight of donor programs.

• Technical expertise in infectious diseases and sexual/reproductive health and rights.

• Experience in knowledge management (advantage).

• Experience working across sub-Saharan Africa and understanding of regional epidemics/pandemics.

• Experience with donor-funded programmes in the health sector.

• Experience with multilateral organisations and country programme managers.

• Financial and operational management experience for programme delivery.

• Excellent writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication

Candidate Profile

Genesis consultants:

• Passionate, self-motivated problem-solvers who value integrity and ethical behaviour.

• Analytical thinkers and fast learners with excellent academic records.

• Proactive and hands-on, able to work effectively in teams and motivate others.

• Thriving in fast-paced environments and flexible in approach.

Application:

• Apply via the Genesis career portal (we cannot accept emailed CVs).

• Submit separate applications if interested in multiple roles.

• You will receive a system-generated confirmation email once your application is received.

• Uploaded documents must not exceed 4MB.

• Communication will be with short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

• Genesis reserves the right not to proceed with an appointment.

• All appointments will align with Genesis Analytics' Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Policies.

• Personal information collected during applications is reviewed confidentially by authorised hiring personnel.

Apply Now via the Genesis career portal