Our Programs
Employment Support
Equipping Youth to Secure Jobs — and Grow into Leaders of the Future
We help young people transition from learning to earning. Our Employment Support focus area equips youth with job-readiness skills, connects them to employers, and prepares them for meaningful work in a competitive job market. We believe every young person deserves the chance to secure decent, dignified, and sustainable employment.
Our Approach
At Harambee Youth Kenya, we believe that every young person deserves a fair chance to build a successful career. Our approach to employment focuses on preparing youth holistically—equipping them with practical skills, linking them to real opportunities, and supporting them throughout their journey into the workforce.
Capacity Building Through Market-Driven Skills
We focus on empowering youth with practical, relevant, and up-to-date skills that match market demand. Through vocational training, digital literacy, soft skills development, and job-readiness coaching, we ensure young people are equipped to meet employer expectations and adapt to evolving industries.
Personalized Career Guidance & Mentorship
We walk with youth through their employment journey—helping them discover their strengths, map their goals, and make informed career decisions. Through one-on-one mentorship, career clinics, and continuous coaching, we build confidence and clarity, ensuring each young person follows a path aligned with their aspirations.
Strategic Employment Linkages & Partnerships
We actively collaborate with employers, companies, and industry partners to create opportunities for youth. By connecting young jobseekers to internships, apprenticeships, attachments, and job placements, we bridge the gap between training and real employment opportunities.
Practical Work Exposure & Hands-On Experience
We believe exposure builds confidence. Through workplace visits, job shadowing, field assignments, and short attachments, youth experience the realities of the working environment, gain insights into career options, and develop skills that can only be learned through real-world practice.
Ongoing Support for Workplace Growth & Retention
Employment does not end at placement. We provide continuous follow-up, mentorship, problem-solving support, and workplace success training to help youth settle, perform well, and grow in their roles. This pillar ensures long-term retention, career progression, and sustained economic empowerment.
Programs Under Employment Support
Our Employment Support programs are designed to equip young people with the skills, guidance, and opportunities they need to enter the workforce with confidence. Each program addresses a key barrier youth face in accessing decent jobs—whether it’s lack of skills, limited exposure, or absence of networks.
Career Guidance & Coaching
We help youth identify their strengths, career interests, and pathways for growth through personalized coaching, career assessments, and one-on-one advisory sessions.
Job Readiness Training
Youth gain practical skills needed to compete successfully in the job market, including:
CV and cover letter writing
Interview preparation
Communication & presentation skills
Workplace behavior and professionalism
Time management and teamwork
Internships & Job Placements
We connect youth to internship opportunities, apprenticeships, and entry-level jobs through partnerships with local businesses, institutions, and employers seeking young talent.
Why Employment Support Matters
Employment support is essential because it helps young people overcome barriers to work, gain practical skills, and access opportunities that unlock independence and long-term economic stability.
1. Youth Unemployment Remains a Major Challenge
Many young people finish school without access to meaningful work. Employment support helps bridge this gap by providing pathways to jobs, skills, and opportunities that would otherwise be out of reach.
2. Skills Mismatch Limits Opportunities
Employers seek practical, job-ready skills that many youth do not yet have. Employment support equips young people with the right training—technical, digital, and soft skills—ensuring they can confidently meet market demands.
3. Work Brings Dignity, Stability, and Independence
A stable job empowers youth with income, self-worth, and the ability to support themselves and their families. Employment support strengthens this journey, helping young people transition from dependence to independence.
4. Economic Empowerment Reduces Poverty and Vulnerability
Unemployment often pushes youth into risky behaviors, exploitation, or hopelessness. By helping young people access decent work or create their own income, employment support becomes a driver of long-term poverty reduction.
5. Youth Employment Strengthens Communities and National Growth
When youth are meaningfully engaged in the workforce, communities thrive and the economy grows. Employment support channels young people’s energy, creativity, and productivity into building a stronger and more stable society.
Get Involved
You can make a real difference by supporting youth on their path to meaningful employment. Get involved by volunteering your expertise, partnering with us to create opportunities, or donating to strengthen our training and employment programs. Together, we can open doors and transform futures.
Volunteer
Share your expertise by mentoring youth, facilitating training sessions, or supporting career guidance programs.
Partner With Us
Employers, institutions, and organizations can collaborate with us to provide internships, job placements, guest trainings, or sponsorships.
Support the Mission
Support youth who need assistance accessing employability training, transport for interviews, workplace tools, or career preparation resources.
Join HYK Sacco
Join our economic advancement programs and take control of your financial future.
STEP 1
Registration
To access this opportunity, you’ll need to first register as a member of HYK SACCO. Membership gives you access to all our programs, learning resources, mentorship opportunities, and a community of peer entrepreneurs and youth leaders.
Once registered, you can submit your application — either online or at a local HYK center.
Application Period:
- Ongoing (apply early to secure your slot!)
STEP 2
Assessment & Selection
After reviewing applications, our team will invite shortlisted youth for a brief interview or pitch session (virtual or in-person).
During this stage, we evaluate:
- Your readiness and passion for entrepreneurship
- Commitment to active participation and learning
- Interest in working collaboratively in savings groups or enterprise teams
HYK values effort and potential over experience—every young person deserves a chance to grow.
STEP 3
Approval
Once selected, you will be required to undergo a mandatory 2 weeks business and financial training, and upon success completion and Agreeing to the SACCO’s repayment terms and schedule, you will receive the the microloan.
We don’t just give loans—we walk with you. Members receive:
- Regular check-ins to track progress
- Ongoing access to HYK networks and post-program support, and
- Marketing and business showcase opportunities
Donate to Help Us Fund More Economic Empowerment Initiatives.
Bank Transfer
Transfer directly to our bank account
Bank Name:
Absa Bank Kenya
Account Name:
Harambee Youth Kenya
Account Number:
2025488604
SWIFT:
BARCKENXVPC
MPESA
Send money via MPESA
Paybill Number:
303030
Account Number:
2025488604
Steps:
1. Go to MPESA menu
2. Select “Lipa na M-PESA”
3. Select “Pay Bill”
4. Enter Paybill: 303030
5. Enter Account: 2025488604
6. Enter Amount and confirm