PLAN INTERNATIONAL- 1 YEAR GRADUATE INTERNSHIP 15 POSITIONS

1-YEAR GRADUATE INTERNSHIP

Plan is an international humanitarian, child centered community development organization, without religious, political or government affiliation. Plan works at grass roots level with children, families and communities to bring about long term sustainable development. Child sponsorship is the basic foundation of the organization.

Plan’s global identity includes a central organizing thought – ‘children are at the heart of everything we do’ – with four organizational attributes: building relationships; being a recognized voice; achieving results and realizing potential.

Plan Kenya has a Graduate Internship Program that is intended to further its vision and mission by providing learning opportunities to young graduates while creating a pool of employable persons for short- term and long-term development related careers.

With this, Plan Kenya is inviting young men and women who meet the required criteria below and are interested in taking part in this program to submit applications for consideration.

Criteria for eligibility Those eligible to apply to participate in the Internship program shall be Kenyan citizens who meet the following criteria: 

• Graduates from Kenyan universities/reputable colleges.

• Graduates who have completed studies in a relevant field of study (as identified by Plan’s programs) in 2012 and 2013 

• Graduates who are willing to commit their time on the program for the entire year 

• Demonstrated good character, creativity, honesty and positive attitude 

• Graduates who are currently not in employment 

• Graduates who were sponsored by Plan or have experienced the impact of Plan’s community development programs in their homes are encouraged to apply

Location: Will be within Plan programme areas which are Tharaka, Kisumu, Machakos, Bondo, Homabay, Kilifi, Kwale, Urban program (Nairobi) and Kenya Country office (Nairobi).

Positions open: 15

Plan Kenya is committed to the rights and well-being of children including their protection. Accordingly, the enrollment in the internship program is subject to our child protection standards including appropriate background checks and adherence to our Child Protection Policy.

If you meet the requirements of the graduate internship position, please apply online through http://plan-international-kenya.org/jobs/.Attach the application form below as page 1 of your cv. In case of difficulty, you may contact the telephone numbers provided on our website. The closing date of applications is 25th March, 2013. Vacancy Open to Nationals Only. You are invited to read more about Plan in our website www.plan-international.org.

We regret that only short listed graduates will be contacted.

Name Date of birth

Gender (Male/Female) ID No

Email Address Marital status

Present address Mobile Phone No Discipline applied or field of interest (Community Development, Human Resources, Accounting, Monitoring and Evaluation, ICT, Procurement, Health, Early Childhood Education, Education, Governance, Child Protection)

Location you would be interested in working: (Tharaka, Machakos, Kilifi, Kwale, Nairobi, Kisumu, Homabay, Bondo – you may select more than one) Knowledge of languages (please write and tick on the language(s) you are familiar with) Language Read Write Speak First language

Second language

Third language

Fourth language

Academic Qualification (e.g. degree, diploma, certificate with start and completion dates) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Have you worked before? (If so, state the start and completion dates)

Experience relevant to the position applied for:

I certify that the statements made by me in answer to the foregoing questions are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that any misinterpretation or material omission made on this application form, or other document requested by Plan renders an intern liable for termination.

Date: _________________________ Signature: ____________________________

NB: Application forms longer than 3 pages will not be considered.

Attach (as page 1) your current CV

How to apply:

If you meet the requirements of the graduate internship position, please apply online through http://plan-international-kenya.org/jobs/.Attach the application form below as page 1 of your cv. In case of difficulty, you may contact the telephone numbers provided on our website. The closing date of applications is 25th March, 2013. Vacancy Open to Nationals Only. You are invited to read more about Plan in our website www.plan-international.org.

We regret that only short listed graduates will be contacted.

IOM- Health Intern

I. Position Information
Vacancy Notice: IOMKE/VN/07/2013 

Position Grade: International Intern (Remunerated)

Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya

Job Family: Migration Health Organizational Unit: 

Migration Health Department Reporting directly to: Regional Migration Health Coordinator Overall supervision by: Regional Migration Health Coordinator

II. Organizational Context and Scope

The mission of the International Organization for Migration (IOM)’s Migration Health Division (MHD) is to promote evidence-informed policies and holistic integrated preventive and curative health programmes which are beneficial, accessible, and equitable for migrants and mobile populations in spaces of vulnerability. IOM and its partners uphold the principle that promoting equitable access of migrants to health information and services confers benefits to both migrants and society as a whole. IOM supports governments to understand and address the social determinants of migration health, through four programme areas: 

1. Service delivery and capacity building; 

2. Research and information sharing; 

3. Advocacy for policy and legislative development; and 

4. Coordination within and between countries. Since 2003/4, IOM in Southern Africa implemented a programme titled Partnership on HIV and Mobility in Southern Africa (PHAMSA). From July 2010, the programme has been renamed PHAMESA, incorporating the addition of East and Horn of Africa countries. PHAMESA aims to contribute towards improved health standing of migrants by responding to their health needs throughout all phases of the migration process, as well as the public health needs of host communities, using IOM’s network of regional and country missions, and partnerships with regional economic communities (RECs), health and HIV/AIDS authorities, other line ministries, the private sector, UN, and international and local NGOs. Migrants and mobile populations assisted through the programme include migrant and mobile workers, including irregular migrants, asylum seekers, refugees and IDPs. The Service Delivery and Capacity Building (SDCB) component aims to: 1. To facilitate, provide and promote access to sensitive health services for migrants and communities affected by migration 2. To increase technical capacity to provide sensitive health services to migrants and communities affected by migration. The Advocacy for Policy Development (APD)component aims to: 1. To advocate for regional, national and sectoral policies that address Migration Health concerns; 2. To facilitate and strengthen national coordination on Migration Health concerns; and 3. To raise the profile of Migration Health through information dissemination. The Research and Information Sharing component aims to: 1. Strengthen the understanding of migration health through (a) increased implementation and dissemination of assessments and research on migration health and (b) increased adoption of research findings in evidence-based programming; 2. Mainstream migration health as a research agenda and national statistical plans through (a) increased sharing of information on migration health as a topic for research and (b) increased collaboration and coordination with the research community. Regional Coordination aims to: 1. Complement and strengthen mutual outputs of PHAMESA, regional partners and donors and make efficient use of available resources through partnerships, strengthened networks, coordination and collaboration.

III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1) General Functions

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Migration Health Programme Coordinator responsible for regional health promotion activities, the candidate will assist the implementation of the "Partnership on Health and Mobility in East and Southern Africa” (PHAMESA) programme in East and Horn of Africa. She/he will do in close consultation with relevant partners and colleagues of the regional team and in IOM country offices.

2) Essential Functions include:

• Conduct a review of on-going and completed health programs and research projects targeting migrants and mobile populations in the East African region and maintain a library of important references on the same.
• Provide support to IOM and partner research activities in East and Horn of Africa. Provide similar support to governments, as requested.
• Facilitate communication and coordination among MHD staff in East Africa, and with colleagues in other regions, for sharing of research concepts, protocols, results, and lessons learned.
• Assist with technical support and in training of MHD colleagues in East and Horn of Africa for developing programming that utilizes the PHAMESA Research and Dissemination model, for implementing the model, and for publishing and evaluating the model.
• Assist in the design, management and dissemination of new and on-going health programs and research activities.
• Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor

IV. Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioral competencies.

Behavioural

Accountability - accepts and gives constructive criticism; follows all relevant procedures, processes, and policies; meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs; monitors own work to correct errors; takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings. Client Orientation - identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work. Continuous Learning - contributes to colleagues' learning; demonstrates interest in improving relevant skills; demonstrates interest in acquiring skills relevant to other functional areas. Communication - actively shares relevant information; writes clearly and effectively, adapting wording and style to the intended audience; listens effectively and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience. Performance Management - provides constructive feedback to colleagues. Professionalism - masters subject matter related to responsibilities; identifies issues, opportunities, and risks central to responsibilities; incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; persistent, calm, and polite in the face of challenges and stress; treats all colleagues with respect and dignity; works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts; knowledgeable about and promotes IOM core mandate and migration solutions. Teamwork - actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment; contributes to, and follows team objectives; gives credit where credit is due; seeks input and feedback from others; actively supports and implements final group decisions.

Technical

a. Excellent writing, communication, and negotiation skills; ability to prepare clear and concise reports. b. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and search techniques of major search engines. c. Experience with reference management software (e.g. Reference Manager, EndNote), standard database and publishing software, and statistical analysis programmes (e.g. SPSS or STATA and/or EPIINFO) preferred. d. Strong analytical and creative thinking skills.

V. Education and Experience

a. Undergraduate university degree required; Completed or soon to be completed Master’s in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field desired. b. Demonstrated capacity to do literature reviews and ability to write technical reports and papers in English and French. c. Knowledge and understanding of basic epidemiological, demographic and statistical principles. d. Familiarity with migration health and social drivers of health, health inequality monitoring issues and HIV in Africa is a distinct asset. e. Previous international experience, preferably in low income countries. f. Preference will be given to candidates from the East and Horn of Africa countries.

Languages required

Proficiency in English and French. Advantageous - knowledge of Arabic

How to apply:

Mode of Application:

Submit applications’ cover letter and updated CVs, including daytime telephone or e-mail contact to:

Human Resources Department, International Organization for Migration (IOM), P.O. Box 55040 – 00200, Nairobi, Kenya or send via e-mail to hrnairobi@iom.int.

Closing date:15th March, 2013

Civil Society Organization- Data Intern

Required for a Civil Society Organization based in Rongai, an enterprising, imaginative and results-oriented individual to fill the following position:

Data Intern
Job Purpose

• Supporting and developing capacity of project team in data and ICT
• Data mining, analysis and development of write-ups
• Data management and visualization through various maps
• Media monitoring
• Support enhancement of systems for monitoring and evaluation
• Advisory and/ or development of digital apps especially mobile apps
• Management of web content
• Development and coding of research materials
• Other tasks as may be assigned

Required qualifications and Competencies:

• At least a degree in Economic or Social Sciences with a bias on statistics
• Demonstrable experience in tinkering and developing IT solutions
• Familiarity and expertise in use of mapping tools
• Strong social awareness
• Excellent research and web skills
• Extremely professional, personable and of reasonably high values and integrity
• Ability to transform end-user needs into technical applications
• Have some knowledge of programming and programming languages
• Knowledge of at least one statistical analysis package (SAS, STATA, SPSS) is an added advantage
• A good understanding of how Civil Society Organizations operate is an advantage
• Be able to operate most of the time in Rongai and environs

Required attributes and skills

• High ethical and integrity standards
• Excellent communicator, in speech and in writing
• Amiable and of pleasant personality
• Ability to prioritise, and exercise good judgment
• Good understanding of donor funded water and environment projects is a plus
• Good grasp of the New Constitution and Devolution
• Flexible, energized, innovative, and able to undertake fieldwork
• Rounded and grounded knowledge of computers and computer applications.

If you meet these specifications, send your application and CV, with details of three referees (one of whom should be current or immediate former supervisor if you have worked before) to hr.wlrn@gmail.com on or before 1st March, 2013 (Internship will be for three months with possibility of renewal)

Africa Point- IT Intern

IT Intern
Africa Point is an online travel agent that does business through a multi-service travel portal specializing in Africa travel services including hotel, flights, rental cars, safari and tour bookings for various destinations in Africa including Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Ethiopia, Uganda, Seychelles, Mauritius, Botswana, Namibia, and Egypt.

Being a pioneering online travel agent in the region, Africa Point endeavours to aim for growth, taking advantage of experience and a leading role in the online African travel market.

The Company is offering a 3 month Information Technology Internship with the possibility of permanent employment.

This is an an unpaid internship with travel expenses being catered for. It is an opportunity to work as part of the Online Marketing / Information Technology teams, learning from the teams and gaining industry experience while working on extremely exciting assignments.

Minimum Requirements
Recently Graduated Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree student in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or related discipline.

Other Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Good planning, co-ordination and execution skills;
• Excellent analytical and research skills, and particularly good with research work on the Internet.
• Must be creative, self motivated, and able to move at a fast past environment.
• Deep passion for Social Media is a MUST .
• Knowledge of PHP, SQL, HTML, web development tools, and LAN would be an advantage

Application Procedure:
Qualified candidates are invited to send their CV and cover letter to careers@africapoint.com on or before 28th February 2013.

Workforce Humanity's Humanitarian Development Program-Unpaid Internship

Internship: Program Development Officer (Unpaid)

Overall Objective

The individual will identify, define and develop funding sources to support existing and planned program activities as well as coordinate in the development, writing and submission of grant proposals to third-party entities. The position is also responsible for collecting, analyzing and reporting data on the performance of program activities that are funded by third-party public and private sources.

Summary

Primary responsibility includes preparation of proposals and grant applications, and performance of responsible professional and administrative work in researching, identifying, developing and responding to public and private grant opportunities.

Donor

• Develops a fundraising strategy for the organization
• Conducts a donor mapping of institutional donors (EU, UN, USAID, AusAid etc) who’s priorities align with the strategy
• Capacity build team when necessary
• Ensure the Program Management Cycle is implemented in program activities
• Conduct a mapping of suitable foundations and develop proposal frameworks
• Assess potential means for individual support / donations
• Generates proposals and supporting documents in response to solicitations
• Develop a donor management tool where reports and history of donors can be easily tracked
• Manage the upcoming reports and donor requirements
• Facilitate the ‘kick off’ meetings to grants

Communications

• Develop communication materials such as newsletters, annual reports for donors and other stakeholders
• Help with the content of the website
• Help with developing the annual strategy with the Country Director and staff
• Represent the NGO with government and other stakeholders

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Build monitoring and evaluation systems for program activities where necessary

Competencies

• To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate some or all of the following competencies:
• Analytical – synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data, uses intuition and experience to complete data; designs work flows and procedures
• Design – Generates creative solutions; translates concepts and information into images; demonstrates attention to detail
• Problem solving – identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations
• Technical Skills – Assess own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills, shares expertise with others
• Teamwork – balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectively and openness to others views

Qualifications
Qualified candidates should possess excellent writing and computer skills (Microsoft office word, power point and excel). The candidate must be highly organized with the ability to implement systems and follow-up progress, able to effectively work under pressure, use independent judgment and produce a quality of work within time constraints.

Masters degree in related discipline with a desire to work in the humanitarian sector.
Candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be proficient in research, interpreting and analyzing diverse data and possess the ability to work collaboratively and independently to achieve state goals.

How to apply:
This position is part of Workforce Humanity's Humanitarian Development Program and is unpaid. Participants must cover the cost of their flight, food, accommodation and insurance for the duration of the placement.

For more information on the program visit www.workforcehumanity.com or if you would like to apply submit your application to admin@workforcehumanity.com

The International Rescue Committee (IRC)

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana and Garissa regions as well as in Eastleigh, Nairobi.


The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH), HIV/AIDS prevention, response to gender based violence, disaster risk reduction (DRR), livelihoods and governance.

Applications are invited for the following positions:

1. Nutrition Officer – Hagadera

2. Youth Officer – Healthy Choices Program – Hagadera

3. Human Resource Intern- Nairobi

4. BCC Assistant – Kakuma

5. Nurse - Kakuma

Full Job descriptions can be downloaded atwww.rescue.org/careers

Please apply on or before 20th February 2013

IRC leading the way from harm to home

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer


IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Longhorn Kenya

Longhorn Kenya Limited is a leading book publisher with operations in the Eastern African region. 

The Company wishes to recruit an intern in the Internal Audit department.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in assessment of enterprise-wide risk management framework to ensure implementation of recommendations and improvement in areas that are exposed.
• Assist in improving policies and procedures in conjunction with the departments concerned.
• Verify assets and liabilities to confirm their existence and means to safeguard them.
• Assist in maintenance of ISO 9001; 2008 Quality Management System.
• Identify control weaknesses in business operations and make recommendations to mitigate risk exposures.

Qualifying Criteria

• Degree in Business related area
• CPA II
• At least 1 year experience in audit or accounting
• Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements should send their application to the address below or email to jobs@longhornpublishers.com.

Enclose a detailed CV and copies of certificates, together with names of three referees (of which at least one should be from a previous employer), so as to reach the undersigned by 11th February 2013.

The Managing Director

Longhorn Kenya Limited

P.O Box 18033 – 00500

Nairobi

Only short listed candidates will be contacted