MRV Country Coordinator - Kenya at BURN

BURN, a company focused on designing and distributing high-quality, fuel-efficient cooking stoves in developing regions, is seeking a MRV Country Coordinator to lead monitoring, reporting, and verification efforts in Kenya. The role supports their mission to reduce indoor air pollution, save forests, and improve lives through their locally manufactured stoves. BURN has already impacted over a million people and aims to expand significantly by 2017. This position is critical for tracking the environmental and social benefits of their products in Kenya’s market.⁠‌‌​​‌​‌​​​‌​​‌‌‌‌​‌‌‌​‌​​​​​‌‌​‌⁠

What it offers

This role involves leading the Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) process for BURN’s cookstove projects in Kenya. Key responsibilities include collaborating with local partners, collecting data on stove adoption, fuel savings, emissions reductions, and beneficiary impact, ensuring compliance with BURN’s standards and international reporting frameworks. The position will also support data analysis, reporting, and stakeholder engagement to demonstrate the tangible benefits of BURN’s products to investors, policymakers, and communities.

Who can apply

Applicants must have relevant experience in MRV, environmental monitoring, or project evaluation, with a strong background in data collection, analysis, and reporting in developing regions. Previous work with cookstove programs, renewable energy initiatives, or similar impact-driven projects is highly desirable. Knowledge of Kenyan market dynamics, local governance structures, and English proficiency is essential. Experience with fieldwork, stakeholder coordination, and writing technical reports is required. A master’s degree or equivalent in environmental science, public health, engineering, or a related field is preferred, though not always mandatory if experience compensates significantly.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and references to [contact email/address] with the subject line: ‘MRV Country Coordinator – Kenya Application’. BURN will review applications and notify shortlisted candidates for an interview.

Good to know

• This is a full-time, in-country position based in Kenya, with potential for travel to other East African countries.
• The role is part of a growing team focused on scaling BURN’s impact, with opportunities for professional growth and networking in the clean energy sector.
• While not explicitly stated, the position likely involves some fieldwork and data collection in rural areas, where BURN’s stoves are most used.
• Salary details are not provided in the source, but the role is tied to BURN’s mission-driven work in the developing world.