Top 10 NGO’s in Kenya You Will Be Glad To Work For

Compiled by Elizabeth Benu,

Most people desire to work for an NGO because of the huge paycheck that comes with it. For some it is the opportunity to travel wide or sometimes just for the prestige. Whichever the case working for an NGO is a dream for many.

Here is a list of top 10 NGOs with outstanding reputation

1. The United Nations
The United Nations is an international organization committed to maintaining international peace and security. It is most appealing to those into Community Development or Social work.

Working here offers you an attractive remuneration package with benefits. It also offers career support in terms of learning opportunities, workshops to develop skills and competency based interviewing.

One can also be a UN Volunteer which is rich with opportunities. You also receive a Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) which covers basic needs, housing and utilities.

The last time they hired was October 14 with the closing dates for the positions going up to 15th December.

2. USAID
USAID works to end extreme global poverty and enable resilient, democratic societies to realize their potential.

It is mostly preferred by individuals with a wide variety of technical, managerial and operational skills. Besides offering an attractive salary, it is preferred because it employs devoid of race, ethnicity, gender or religion.

The last time they hired was in September for a Procurement vacancy and Internship.

3. World Vision

This is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice.

This is an NGO that employs Christians and offers lasting rewards in terms of career success and fulfillment.They also offer internship opportunities for recent graduates and also have a job vacancy to close on 5th November 2014.

4. Mercy Corps
This organization strives to alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression. This NGO has great career and internship opportunities from around the world; giving a chance to apply your education and experience to hands-on projects.

It is mostly for those with a passion to do meaningful work, want their voice and ideas heard and are seeking a competitive salary and benefits package.They are currently hiring for Finance, Agriculture, Communications and Administration vacancies.

5. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
The ICRC operates worldwide, helping people affected by conflict and armed violence and promoting the laws that protect victims of war.

This NGO recruits staff, trains them and develops their skills. The ICRC experience is considered good because you learn a lot, become independent and it strengthens your professional skills.

They recently hired for Administration, Media and Logistics positions

6. CARE International
CARE is a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty.

Working here gives you a chance to apply your skills, knowledge and dedication to empower people through innovative ideas and delivering results. They are currently recruiting for an IT internship opportunity.

7. Oxfam
“Working at Oxfam is so much more than just a job. As an Oxfam employee, you will join a team of professionals that is part of the international confederation of 17 organizations networked together in 94 countries,” their website reads.

This is an opportunity to enrich your career across diverse programs and specialisms. Their salary range is about 181K- 379K per month and their current positions are open till 29th October 2014.

8. Amnesty International
Amnesty International is a global movement to end grave abuses of human rights.

When it comes to compensation, it provides an attractive salary of between 346K- 492K per month & benefits package. It also provides an Annual & Special Leave, Life insurance, Pension, Health Insurance and other benefits.

9. Save the Children
Save the Children invests in childhood giving children a healthy start, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm.

For those looking for ambitious and challenging work Save the Children is the place for you. Besides having a fulfilling career opportunity and a good salary it gives you a chance to empower others and change the world. They lastly hired for a HR internship position.

10. The International Rescue Committee (IRC)
The NGO offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster.

Working for this organization nurtures your career through promotion, transfer and rehire within the organization. Their last recruitment was in the medical field this October.

Which other NGO do you think belongs in this list?

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