The Opportunity
IPF is seeking an experienced and strategic programme leader to provide overall direction to its policy,research, advocacy, and programme work. This role offers an opportunity to shape thought leadership,strengthen programme quality, and contribute to public finance reforms in Kenya and beyond.
Role Summary
The Head of Programmes (HoP) provides strategic leadership, oversight, and quality assurance for the Institute of Public Finance’s policy, research, advocacy, and programme portfolio. Across IPF’s 4 pillars(Economic, Health Financing, Gender Equity & Inclusion, and Climate Finance), the HoP will lead the development of IPF’s research and policy agenda, guide programme design and delivery, build strategic partnerships, mobilize resources, and ensure that programme interventions contribute to equitable,transparent, accountable, and sustainable public finance systems.The HoP will serve as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team and provide strategic reports to the CEO and Board on programme performance, emerging policy issues, institutional growth opportunities,and organizational strategy.
Application Process
Send a cover letter and curriculum vitae ONLY to: recruitment@ipfglobal.or.ke, indicating the vacancy applied for on the subject line of your email.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until 21st July 2026.IPF celebrates and embraces diversity. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity
and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
