Business Development Advisor - Garissa

About Inkomoko

Inkomoko is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs to expand their ventures, enhancing livelihoods, generating employment, and fostering thriving communities. Recognized by the Financial Times in 2025 as the 8th fastest-growing company in Africa, Inkomoko operates across East and Central Africa supporting entrepreneurs to build resilient, inclusive economies. Established in 2012, it has served over 100,000 entrepreneurs, including a significant number of refugees, providing training, consulting, financial access, and systemic market interventions. Currently, Inkomoko employs more than 750 staff in 40 offices throughout Chad, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, and South Sudan, with plans to serve over 550,000 entrepreneurs in six countries by 2030 and expand its $30 million loan fund to impact 7 million lives.

Values

• Purpose: Deliver high-quality, solutions-driven work and global leadership
• Achievement: Challenge oneself to exceed personal limits
• Improvement: Demonstrate humility and embrace continuous personal development through honest feedback
• Bravery: Take calculated risks, foster a safe and inclusive environment with compassion
• Community Spirit: Celebrate successes and support each other collaboratively, embracing unity and solidarity

Inkomoko encourages applications from displaced persons and women to reflect the communities served.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

As part of the Business Growth Services team, this role directly engages with Kenyan micro and small entrepreneurs to foster community prosperity.

Client Mobilization (10%)

• Identify and recruit entrepreneurs who meet program criteria
• Effectively communicate program information and confirm understanding among community participants
• Act as an Inkomoko Ambassador, collaborating with existing community structures
• Advise on participant suitability based on cultural and business context
• Report participant-related challenges to Inkomoko leadership

Training Delivery (40%)

• Ensure comprehensive participation and communication regarding all training programs
• Manage training logistics including material preparation, venue setup, attendance recording, and timely session starts
• Conduct trainings utilizing Inkomoko materials in Somali, Kiswahili, and English
• Recommend improvements to training modules to senior trainers
• Complete training within scheduled timeframes and budget constraints

Business Consulting and Client Relationship Management (40%)

• Manage entrepreneur intake processes, baseline monitoring & evaluation, and data entry in electronic systems
• Conduct monthly visits to assess business needs and growth opportunities
• Assist clients with preparing cash flow and profitability analyses
• Provide informed, practical advice aimed at achieving sustainable, profitable business objectives
• Offer real-time advisory support through regular site visits
• Facilitate client connections with additional Inkomoko services such as training and financing
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date client business records
• Support investment colleagues with client application processing, due diligence, and credit payment follow-up

Community Activities Coordination and Administration (10%)

• Build and nurture relationships with local partners and authorities in Garissa
• Submit weekly and monthly reports punctually
• Represent Inkomoko in Garissa community and business forums
• Collaborate with senior staff to organize local community initiatives
• Support internal county communications and timely execution of community activities
• Assist monitoring & evaluation teams with surveys and data gathering
• Provide additional administrative assistance as required
• Undertake further duties as assigned

Candidate Requirements

• Proficiency in basic IT applications including Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal abilities including coaching, attentive listening, empathy, and building trust
• Fluency and strong communication skills in English, Swahili, with Somali preferred
• Foundational knowledge and interest in micro and small enterprises
• Self-motivated with initiative and quick learning aptitude
• Robust financial and accounting skills with awareness of Kenyan business financial practices
• Adaptability and performance under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication capabilities
• Demonstrate perseverance, integrity, and analytical thinking
• Outgoing, sociable, honest, and professional demeanor
• University degree or current pursuit in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, or related fields
• Residency in Garissa or nearby
• Access to a smartphone continuously is an advantage
• Not currently employed by another organization

Key Competencies

• Ability to manage varied interpersonal relationships effectively across cultures and communication styles
• Proactive attitude with ability to plan months ahead, prioritize, deliver reliably, and troubleshoot obstacles
• Proficient use of technology to enhance work efficiency and results

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential bonuses based on performance
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, annual leave, staff savings scheme, parental leave for all genders, and sabbatical options
• Supportive company culture emphasizing learning, growth, and career progression
• Opportunity to collaborate with a skilled regional professional team
• Chance to contribute meaningfully to economic and social development

Additional Information

Inkomoko embraces justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and strongly encourages refugees and women to apply. Recruitment processes include thorough background and reference checks, including participation in an interagency misconduct disclosure scheme. Application deadline is Friday, 21 August 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.