Knowledge Management & Learning (KML) Consultant at International Rescue Committee in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Knowledge Management & Learning (KML) Consultant

    International Rescue CommitteeNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    1 week ago

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    31 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Senior
    Charity, NGO & Non-Profit
    Consulting & Strategy

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    Job Description

    To build the capacity of IRC Kenya staff to integrate evidence-informed learning and impact documentation into day-to-day programming, and to develop a set of high-quality knowledge management and learning (KML) products. The consultant will design and facilitate write shops, conduct desk reviews, lead field visits, and produce publication-ready KML products.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Inception report outlining methodology, learning questions, evidence standards, and work plan.
    • Three facilitated write shops delivered in Nairobi, Turkana, and Garissa.
    • Finalized set of learning questions per sector.
    • Desk review/evidence mapping report.
    • Field data collection and validation in Turkana, Garissa, and Tana River.
    • Draft KML products developed and presented at consolidation workshop.
    • Consolidation and review workshop facilitated.
    • Final, publication-ready KML products submitted.
    • Support to IRC Kenya learning event.
    • Final completion report.

    Required Qualifications

    • Advanced degree (Master's preferred) in Communications, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Monitoring & Evaluation, Journalism or a related field.
    • A minimum of 5–7 years' demonstrated experience in knowledge management, impact documentation, technical/report writing, or communications for humanitarian or development organizations.
    • Proven track record of producing high quality knowledge products such as case/human interest stories, technical and policy briefs, photobooks and short documentaries.
    • Strong understanding of evidence-based programming, monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) systems, and results/outcome frameworks.
    • Demonstrated facilitation skills, with experience designing and leading participatory workshops (write shops) for multi-disciplinary teams.
    • Excellent written and spoken English; strong editing and storytelling skills.
    • Experience working in Kenya, including ASAL and/or refugee-hosting contexts (e.g. Turkana, Garissa, Tana River), is highly desirable.
    • Sound knowledge of ethics, informed consent, safeguarding standards and the Kenya Data Protection Act 2019, including experience handling sensitive/identifiable client information and content involving minors.
    • Ability and willingness to travel to Nairobi, Turkana, Garissa and Tana River as required by the assignment.
    • Where a team is proposed (e.g. with a videographer/photographer), the Lead Consultant will be responsible for overall quality, coordination and delivery of all products.
    • Prior experience working with IRC or similar international NGOs will be an added advantage.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Consulting & Strategy

    Minimum Experience

    5 years

    Education Level

    Master’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Social Sciences

    Field of Study

    Communications

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified? Go to International Rescue Committee on theirc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com to apply.

    Show Evidence of Your Storytelling Craft

    This consultancy is about turning raw program data into compelling, publication-ready knowledge products. Hiring managers will look for a portfolio that proves you can do that across formats—from human interest stories to policy briefs—while respecting ethical standards.

    1. Curate a portfolio that mirrors the deliverables: Include samples of case stories, technical briefs, photobooks, and short videos you've produced. For each, note the evidence standard and how you handled consent and safeguarding.

    2. Demonstrate MEAL fluency: Be ready to discuss how you've used monitoring and evaluation data to shape knowledge products. Mention specific frameworks like results/outcome frameworks you've applied.

    3. Prepare a facilitation plan for a write shop: Outline how you'd run a participatory session with technical leads and partners, including agenda, exercises, and how you'd ensure quality drafts emerge.

    4. Highlight your Kenya experience: If you've worked in ASAL or refugee-hosting contexts, detail that. Show you understand the local dynamics and can navigate field visits safely and ethically.

    5. Showcase your editing and design eye: Even if you outsource design, you need to brief designers well. Share examples of products you've seen through to publication, noting your role in layout and quality control.

    6. Address safeguarding head-on: In your application, mention your experience with informed consent, anonymization, and the Kenya Data Protection Act. Give a concrete example of handling sensitive content.

    7. Plan for travel and logistics: Show you've thought about the practicalities of working across Nairobi, Turkana, Garissa, and Tana River—budgeting time, coordinating with local partners, and adapting to field conditions.

    8. Clarify your team approach: If you're proposing a team, explain how you'll ensure quality and coordination. If solo, show you can handle videography or partner with a freelancer.

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    Tags

    knowledge management
    learning
    impact documentation
    write shop
    MEAL