2 jobs in LifeHikes Foundation

The LifeHikes Foundation is a US based 501(c)(3) dedicated to delivering world-class communication and leadership training through interactive, human-centered teaching modalities. We train individuals to upskill personally and professionally to communicate with clarity, lead with confidence, and practice tactical empathy to be influential leaders within their communities.

Working with our partner LifeHikes Inc.—a premier training firm founded by visionary Bill Hoogterp—we deliver a series of Own The Room communications coaching to nonprofits, NGOs, workforce development groups and grassroots organizations as part of our "Invest In All" initiative.

Our mission is to create access across the continent to the foundational tools we teach to build trust, inspire action, and drive enduring community change within the African diaspora.

We are currently seeking
Communication Coaches (2)
to further our mission in Africa in our Nairobi, Kenya office space, by teaching and sharing our transformational development programs that change lives, careers and communities.

Role Summary

Location:
Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya

Type:
This is a
contract-based role
with growth potential and with the opportunity for a permanent role after 3 months.

Compensation:

• Full-time Contract position with opportunity to be extended to staff position.
• Competitive compensation with opportunity for growth and bonuses.

Reports To:
Head of Africa, LifeHikes Foundation

Why Join the LifeHikes Foundation?

• Shape the future of learning across Nairobi, Kenya and Africa
• Be part of a high-performing, mission-driven team
• Lead client relationships with purpose and autonomy
• Earn with impact in a contract/partner role designed for growth and influence
• Ongoing training, development, and coaching to enhance leadership capabilities
• Hands-on role in upskilling African talent and leadership capabilities to propel African human capital opportunities across the globe
• Collaborate with US based coaches that will expand your professional growth

A role with the
LifeHikes Foundation
is an opportunity to drive equity and leadership development around the world. You will play a critical role in expanding access to LifeHikes' transformative learning programs by sourcing and closing new opportunities, delivering high-impact demos, managing relationships, and hosting events that elevate the Foundation's mission.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver compelling client experiences
• Upon completion of the LifeHikes training program, deliver cutting-edge learning and coaching experiences in virtual, in-person and 1:1 sessions while facilitating engaging, inclusive, and commanding presence within all learning environments.
• Prioritize the audience
  – Partner with the audience in ways that foster understanding, builds long-term relationships and aids in a holistic approach to individuals' development. The learning and upskilling of our African clientele is our top priority.
• Become part of the LifeHikes Foundation Community
• Access to collaborate alongside the world's top communication and leadership coaches. Ongoing learning environment designed to maximize coaching ability and marketability.
• Bring your unique self –
  Utilize your skills, experience, and touch of personalized style to enrich the client experience. We want this training to feel uniquely African.
• Aspire to continuously improve
  – Proactively seek ongoing personal improvement, experiences and knowledge to expand depth of expertise.

Experience required:

• Skilled coach and/or facilitator, experienced leading both small and large groups, of all client levels, and meeting key learning objectives and learning outcomes.
• Brings fun, adaptability, professionalism and heart to all interactions, putting people first.
• Understands coaching, facilitation and consulting fundamentals and can translate this expertise to help contribute to a community of Coaches.
• Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity, with the ability to deliver coaching to diverse audiences in an inclusive environment.
• Comfortable with integration of technology to support training goals.
• Passionate and resourceful about making others personally and professionally successful.

Highly Desired Experience:

• Coach, Learning, or Educational professional certifications.
• Communication, Sales and/or Management background; familiarity with Sales and/or Management fundamentals and standard practices.
• Knowledge of ICF Coaching Competencies and Code of Ethics.
• Education and Certification through an accredited coach training program with a minimum of 500 hours of coaching and/or training experience.

What to Expect:
Interview & Hiring Process:

• We rigorously select Coach Candidates to ensure a fit for our learning philosophy and alignment with our company culture. All candidates should expect to deliver a virtual and in-person training demonstration.

To Apply:

Submit resume, LinkedIn Profile and a 1-minute video to We have updated the email address to submit applications. Please submit to:

• For your video submission: What is one thing we can't learn about you from your LinkedIn Profile.

LifeHikes Foundation, is a US 501(c)(3) nonprofit, committed to fostering a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, gender, religion, age, ethnic or social origin, disability, HIV status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by Kenyan law or international human rights standards.

Employment offers are contingent upon the verification of academic credentials, professional references, 3rd party background check and right-to-work status in Kenya.