Wednesday 6 March 2013

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.

Tuesday 5 March 2013

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