Senior Enterprise Development Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Policy and Program Implementation: Execute policies, projects, and programmes in relation to Micro and Small Enterprises.
• Marketing and Outreach: Market Authority programmes to ensure wide reach and impact.
• Resource Mobilization: Write proposals for funding to support MSE initiatives.
• Project Execution: Implement specific programmes and projects as assigned.
• Business Advisory: Provide business counseling to entrepreneurs within the MSE sector.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Evaluate training programmes and exhibition events; evaluate the implementation of projects and programs affecting MSEs.
• Stakeholder Liaising: Work with relevant stakeholders to ensure effective program implementation.
• Reporting: Compile training and exhibition reports; prepare periodic and quarterly reports on regional activities.
• Regional Coordination: Coordinate regional events and programmes focused on enterprise development.
• Financial Information: Disseminate information on access to finance by MSEs.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Entrepreneurship, Business Management, Administration, Strategic Management, Agri-Business, Marketing, Commerce, Enterprise Development, Human Resource Management/Development, Arts and Design, or any other social sciences from a recognized institution.
• A minimum of four (4) years relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• A supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks is considered an added advantage.

How to Apply

Applications should be sent through the post office or hand-delivered to the address below. Ensure you clearly state the position and reference number (REF: MSEA/1/03/2026) on both the cover letter and the envelope.

Include the following in your application:

• A detailed CV
• Certified copies of academic certificates
• Copy of National Identity Card (ID)
• Names and Telephone Contacts of three referees

Address to: The Chief Executive Officer Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) Utalii House 10th Floor, Left wing P.O. Box 48823 – 00100 NAIROBI

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be required to present original ID, academic and professional certificates, transcripts, and any other testimonials during interviews.