Development Associate

Location: Roo Bay Farm, Sindo, Homabay (with 20% travel to other VF Sites)

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Development Associate to join our team. In this key role, you will coordinate and implement impactful community development and CSR projects, manage vital stakeholder relationships, support donor reporting, and strengthen partnerships that drive our sustainability and social impact goals. This hands-on position is perfect for someone with excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills who is passionate about sustainable development and empowering communities.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Strategic and Operational Support

• Provide direct support to the Group Chief Development Officer and Senior Partnerships Manager, including scheduling, correspondence, and preparation of briefing materials.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and tracking strategic priorities for community, government, and donor relations.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with internal departments and external partners.
• Represent senior leadership in internal and external meetings when required, ensuring timely follow-up on action points.

Project Management and Coordination

• Assist in the design, coordination, and implementation of CSR and community development projects.
• Track project milestones, budgets, and deliverables to ensure accountability and timely execution.
• Manage monthly and quarterly Values Day activities across the company.
• Lead or support special projects and community outreach campaigns as delegated.

 Reporting and Documentation

• Draft donor reports, grant proposals, and internal project updates.
• Maintain accurate records of stakeholders, beneficiaries, and program activities.
• Monitor and report on project performance metrics and impact in line with organizational goals.

Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a liaison between the Development Department, government entities, NGOs, donors, and community groups.
• Support the identification, cultivation, and management of partnerships with NGOs, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Help organize community events, trainings, and stakeholder meetings, while collecting feedback and impact stories from the field.

Communications and Visibility

• Collaborate with the communications team and other departments to highlight impact stories and program results.
• Ensure consistent messaging and visibility of Victory Farms’ development initiatives through reports, presentations, and media.

Administrative and Logistical Support

• Provide day-to-day support to the Development Department, including managing calendars, correspondence, and logistics.
• Take detailed minutes during meetings and ensure timely dissemination of action points.

Skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in project coordination, CSR, or development/NGO work.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Swahili.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including government, donors, and community members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with data management tools is a plus.
• Passion for sustainable development, community empowerment, and social impact.

Benefit:

• Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
• Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
• The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.

About Victory Farms

Victory Farms (VF) was established on Lake Victoria in 2016 with both on-shore and off-shore facilities. The head office is in Nairobi, and its Farm site is in Homa Bay County, with distribution across Kenya. VF has since become one of the fastest growing companies in aquaculture globally – in its first eight months of operation, the Company became the largest aquaculture producer in Kenya. Victory Farms aims to become the leading tilapia farm in Africa over the next 5 years while maintaining the highest environmental and social standards; as the most sustainable tilapia farm in the world, adhering to global standards and best practices, and producing affordable, sustainable protein to feed millions of people across Africa. Today, it is the largest commercial aquaculture player in East Africa and operates one of largest hatcheries on the continent.

The Company is continuing to rapidly expand its vertically integrated model: production, processing, and sales & distribution, to keep pace with the rapid growth in demand for protein. To support this, Victory Farms employs world class technologies, people, and processes to build its model for sustainable protein production on the continent. VF strives for the highest standards in performance, execution, culture, and integrity.

VF’s growth trajectory provides enormous opportunity for excited professionals to uplift their careers and make an impact within a diverse operation. We recognize the utmost importance which contributions by individuals and teams have to the success of Victory Farms. We work to create a fantastic environment for our employees. An environment where employees have an opportunity to develop professionally and personally.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications to recruit@victoryfarmskenya.com by 20th September 2025, Indicate the Job Title as the email subject Development Associate