Key Responsibilities

The all-volunteer Board of Directors is responsible for the effective governance of the organization and holds the Executive Director accountable for CFK Africa’s mission and vision.

• Safeguard the mission of the organization
• Oversee implementation of the 2025-2030 strategic plan and organizational planning
• Ensure strong fiduciary oversight and financial management
• Fundraising and resource development
• Enhance the organization’s public image
• Ensure legal and ethical integrity
• Maintain a connection to and presence in the Kibera community

Requirements

Preferred Skills

The ideal candidate will share our passion for empowering youth in informal settlements.

Essential Expertise Includes

• 20+ years of experience as a registered medical practitioner with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
• Understanding of Kenyan healthcare systems including medical audits, continuing medical education, and the health insurance system
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in the medical field
• Prior board experience with a CBO, NGO, or private enterprise
• Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders and policy makers

Ethical Standards

• Exemplifies the values of transparency, honesty, and integrity
• Commitment to the highest standards of equity and inclusion

Community Engagement

• Ability to mobilize resources and partners to increase organization impact
• Passionate about community-led solutions to social issues facing informal settlement