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The right to housing is embedded in the Constitution of Kenya, which provides that every person has the right to accessible and adequate housing. With Kenya’s growing economy and one of the fastest-growing urbanisation rates in the continent, the demand for housing has never been greater.
The Affordable Housing Board is established under the Affordable Ho...
Key Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of an Assistant Manager, Investment and Resource Mobilization will entail:
- Developing and overseeing the implementation of resource mobilization strategies through government, donor, and private capital sources;
- Leading formulation and review of annual and five-year investment plans;
- Coordinating the structuring of innovative financing models, including PPPs, bonds, and risk-sharing frameworks;
- Overseeing appraisal and structuring of project financing for developers, counties, and implementing agencies;
- Supervising principal, senior, and junior officers and ensuring delivery of the division’s mandate;
- Advising management on financing options, investor relations, and emerging market trends;
- Building partnerships with domestic and international financiers, development partners, and institutions;
- Ensuring compliance with the Affordable Housing Act, 2024, and the PFM Act in all financing activities;
- Preparing policy briefs, reports, and submissions to management and the Board; and
- Supporting the continuous improvement of policies, frameworks, and governance in investment operations.
Requirements & Qualifications
For appointment to this level, a candidate must have:
- Cumulative service period of twelve (12) years of relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Principal Investment & Resource Mobilization Officer or in a comparable position.
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Banking & Investment, Business Administration (Finance or Investment option), Finance, Economics, Commerce (Finance or Accounting option), Accounting, Statistics / Actuarial Science, Project Planning & Management, or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Banking & Investment, Business Administration (Finance or Investment option), Finance, Economics, Commerce (Finance or Accounting option), Accounting, Statistics / Actuarial Science, Project Planning & Management, or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Professional qualification and membership to a professional body, where applicable and in good standing;
- Valid practicing certificate, where applicable;
- Leadership Course lasting not less than four weeks from a recognized institution;
- Proficiency in computer applications; and
- Fulfilled the Provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Interested and eligible candidates may access the detailed job description, specifications and experience required for the position from the AHB’s Website https://affordablehousingboard.go.ke or www.acalconsulting.co.ke/Careers. Candidates should submit their applications including the cover letter, copy of National ID, copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials and detailed CV, indicating current position, qualifications, working experience, names of three (3) professional referees, current remuneration and daytime telephone.
Applicants MUST submit their completed application quoting the job reference “Chief Executive Officer- AHB Grade 1” and include the required attachments via E-mail ONLY to (vacancyahb@acal.co.ke ) addressed to;
THE BOARD CHAIRMAN,
AFFORDABLE HOUSING BOARD (AHB),
P.O BOX 27521- 00100,
NAIROBI.
The subject of the email shall read “CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER” and applications should be received at the above email address by 10th March 2026, 5p.m E.A.T
Interested and qualified? Go to
Affordable Housing Board (AHB) on careers.acalconsulting.co.ke to apply