NGO Job Opportunities

Nyanza Reproductive Health Society (NRHS) is a non-profit organization with its headquarters in Kisumu dedicated to improving reproductive health of men and women. 

NRHS has several research projects related to HIV prevention and reproductive health. 

It runs support groups for PLWHA and Key Populations, and is working with the Ministry of Health to scale up male circumcision for HIV prevention. 

Assistant Accountant

The Nyanza Reproductive Health Society (NRHS) is a non-profit organization with its headquarters in Kisumu dedicated to improving reproductive health of men and women. NRHS has several research projects related to HIV prevention and reproductive health. 

It runs support groups for PLWHA and Key Populations, and is working with the Ministry of Health to scale up male circumcision for HIV prevention.
 

NRHS will be undertaking research to assess HIV prevention, treatment and care among a key population in Kisumu. 

The specific study activities include HIV testing and counseling, care and treatment, behavioral assessments and promotion of adherence to treatment. 

NRHS seeks highly qualified candidates for the following position in the Anza Mapema Study

Interns Needed

Reproductive Health Services (RHS) seeks to contribute to the reduction of the high maternal morbidity and mortality in Kenya through promoting the prevention and/or reduction of unintended pregnancies and by advocating for repeal or reform of laws and policies that restrict access to sexual and reproductive health. 

RHS plays a key role in supporting RHRA’s advocacy efforts by linking advocacy to service delivery; specifically, by building the capacity of reproductive health advocates including health care providers, community change agents, and young people to support the provision of quality sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services and raising awareness on the legal and policy framework on SRH.

RHS a non-governmental organization in Nairobi seeks to recruit a Project Intern for its RHS/RHRA advocacy project. 

Reporting to the RHS/RHRA focal person and the Project Coordinator, the intern will be responsible for providing administrative and logistical support to the project.

Intern Duties & Responsibilities:

Ø  Support the implementation of the RHS/RHRA advocacy project work plan in accordance with the grant agreement.

Ø  Provide administrative support to the RHS/RHRA project staff.

Ø  Assist with the coordination of RHS events, meetings, and workshops including logistics planning, preparing materials, note taking and report writing in liaison with RHS/RHRA project team.

Ø  Prepare and submit weekly updates and mid-term and end-term progress reports to the RHS/RHRA project team.

Ø  Identify key local, regional and international SRH forums/conferences for the RHS/RHRA team to participate.

Ø  In collaboration with the RHS/RHRA team, assist in the development of SRH-related abstracts, publications and documentation of RHS/RHRA project achievements for dissemination.

Ø  Build relationships by initiating and maintaining contacts with Alliance members, NGO partners, county government and community actors.

Ø  Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Ø  Completed Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Project Management or related degree.

Ø  Demonstrated interest in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights.

Ø  Willing to commit to the internship for three (3) months with possibility of extension based on performance.

Ø  Self-motivation, responsible work ethic, and a high degree of professionalism.

Ø  Ability to work independently and as a team.

Ø  Proficient in planning, organizing, coordinating and prioritizing multiple tasks within a project.

Ø  Fluency in English is required; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Ø  Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook); and Social Media Tools.

How to Apply

Please e-mail a cover letter, curriculum vitae with three references to info@rhs.or.ke no later than Thursday, 22nd January 2015, with ‘Internship Application - RHS/RHRA Project’ in the subject line.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Cleaners Needed

The Nyanza Reproductive Health Society (NRHS) is a non-profit organization with its headquarters in Kisumu dedicated to improving reproductive health of men and women. NRHS has several research projects related to HIV prevention and reproductive health. 

It runs support groups for PLWHA and Key Populations, and is working with the Ministry of Health to scale up male circumcision for HIV prevention.
 

NRHS will be undertaking research to assess HIV prevention, treatment and care among a key population in Kisumu. 

The specific study activities include HIV testing and counseling, care and treatment, behavioral assessments and promotion of adherence to treatment. 

NRHS seeks highly qualified candidates for the following position in the Anza Mapema Study 

 

Job Title: Cleaners

Location: Kisumu 

Reporting To: Project Coordinator

Duties & Responsibilities:

       Maintenance of high hygiene standards at the study clinic.

       Ensure availability of needed clinic items in relevant study rooms

       Run office errands as required

       Ensure safety of study staff and participants

Qualifications and Competencies

       At least  a holder of Form 4 KCSE or its equivalent

       Fluency in spoken and written English

       Must be able to work in a team

       Past experience in a similar environment will be an added advantage.

       MSM friendly or member of key population

Applications Should Include:

1. Cover letter detailing current work, prior experience and qualifications including the areas described above, telephone and e-mail contact
2. Current CV
3. Names, telephone and e-mail contacts of at least 3 professional referees

Apply via email to humanresources@nrhskenya.org with the job title "Cleaners" on the subject line. 

Applications submitted on or before 31st January, 2015 will receive preference

NGO JObs

Job Title: Project Manager 
 

Location: Embu
 

Our client, a Kenyan company specializing in developing environmental and carbon offset projects in rural areas in Kenya, is currently implementing a 10 year carbon finance project. 

The company is thus looking for a Project Manager to lead the project and develop new business opportunities in Kenya while ensuring that all operations are run with profitably and in an ethical manner in order to fulfill the objectives of its shareholders and stakeholders

Media Interns

Position: Social Media and Online Marketing Intern (Fresh Graduate)
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Are you a fresh graduate and willing to enhance your skills in Social Media and Online Marketing? 

Are you a web content writer and would like to learn more and enhance your skills as well as overall web design and administration techniques?
 

Flexi Personnel Limited is one of the fastest growing Recruitment Process and Payroll Outsourcing Companies in Kenya, and we are seeking to offer an enthusiastic candidate the opportunity to learn and enhance their skills as a Social Media and Online Marketing intern.

Blogger Interns Needed

Nairobi Online is an upcoming online local directory for Nairobi and ever expanding website. As well as providing directory services, we are looking to deliver the latest top stories in politics, business, sports and entertainment from Nairobi City County.

We are looking for a bloggers / writers to join us on a part-time basis. Nairobi Online has a fast paced work environment and we seek talented employees who crave learning new skills and aren't afraid to tackle big projects. 

As an intern you will get to work with a variety of our staff, while working on real projects that will help us grow.

NGO JOBS

Who is Spire?

Spire is a unique further education organization tackling the massive challenge of youth unemployment in Africa. 

With 90% of Spire graduates receiving job offers within 3 months of graduating from our rigorous programmes, we give young people the skills, confidence, and experience needed to launch great careers and grow into leaders. 

This video best captures some of the impact we have had to date.

A manager of one of our recent graduates said: “one month at Spire is equivalent to one year of experience at a good company.” The same goes for working here. 

We challenge our students to grow, adapt and realize their potential and we challenge ourselves to do the same. As a rapidly growing start-up, theses are exciting times, not just for the organisation, but for our team too. 

We practice what we preach and give every member of staff the ability to shape their own future as well as the future of the students we serve. 

Deloitte East Africa Jobs

Deloitte East Africa provides seamless cross-border services to multinationals, large national enterprises, small and medium sized enterprises and the public sector, across the region. 

The Deloitte Forensic function is a leading global practice providing specialist advice to corporates and institutions that require value adding forensic services.

The Deloitte Forensic function in East Africa which is an established and growing business is seeking dynamic and experienced individuals to join the team. 

As a valuable member of the team, you will gain wide exposure with the opportunity to develop and further your skills in the wide variety of forensic services listed below, whilst working for our highly recognized brand.

Leverage your talent by applying for these exciting career opportunities.

Data Officer.

KCDF is a Kenyan Foundation established in 1997 that supports sustainable development of communities in the key sectors of Livelihoods Development (urban and rural communities); Capacity Strengthening of Local Institutions; Economic Empowerment & Entrepreneurship; Environment, Food Security & Climate Change; Education, Youth & Children and Policy and Advocacy. 

KCDF is partnering with USAID Kenya in implementation of the Global Give Back Circle (GGBC) Program whose aim is to provide opportunity for effective transition through tertiary education and mentoring program for at-risk girls in Kenya.

intern needed

Position Title: Project Development and Monitoring Intern
 

SVN No:SVN/IOMSO/003/2015
 

Position Grade: Intern

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya (IOM Somalia)

Duration: 6 months (with possibility of extension of additional 3 months)

Organizational unit: Project Development and Monitoring

Subject to rotation : No

Reporting directly to: Project Development Officer

Overall supervision by: Chief of Mission

Volunteer Opportunity (3 months)

 

Location: Kajiado
 

Practical Action is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) that uses technology to challenge poverty in developing countries. 

We find out what people are doing and help them to do it better. Through technology we enable poor communities to build on their skills and knowledge to produce sustainable and practical solutions - transforming their lives forever and protecting the world around them. Practical Action is the secretariat for ENERGIA-Kenya Network.
 

We are looking for a qualified graduate or diploma + 5 years’ experience individual to join our ENERGIA-Kenya Network team in Kajiado as a volunteer. 

This individual should be prepared to work in a fast paced team environment and will finish volunteering having gained broad experience in various aspects of mainstreaming gender in energy project implementation, advocacy, lobbying and Networking.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To support the ENERGIA-Kenya focal point in Kajiado County (Arid Lands Information Network - ALIN) to implement activities as assigned by the Network Secretariat (Practical Action) Specifically:
• To support documentation of the energy access scenarios in the county as well as well as energy planning at county level.
• To support mapping, mobilization and recruit relevant gender and energy players in the Network.
• To support planning and facilitation of a sensitization forum on gender and energy involving the county government.
• To support mapping of energy innovators in the county.
• To support identification of financial institutions in the county and develop linkages with energy innovators/entrepreneurs.
• To support the process of business mentoring for women energy entrepreneurs.
• To support identification of energy entrepreneurs and their participation in various trainings.
• To support preparation of at least two case studies on current/past member energy projects for sharing
• Support for planning for exchange visit. For women energy entrepreneurs
• Support mapping of key opportunities for Network resource mobilization.
• Support development of 3 project ideas/concept notes for fundraising with support from ENERGIA-Kenya secretariat and technical working groups.
• Support planning for training/capacity building for members in advocacy and lobbying.
• Support development of an advocacy agenda for the county and participate in advocacy forums for gender mainstreaming in energy planning and delivery at county and national level.
• Participate in Network activities: training, County meetings and national meetings, information sharing etc.
• Participate in team meetings as required
• Undertake any other relevant duties assigned from time to time by the line manager. 

Requirements

• A graduate in Energy, Social Science, Gender, or other relevant fields, or a Diploma with over 5 years’ experience in the development sector. A mix of skills and attributes is required for this position. The successful Volunteer should have the following:
• Knowledge of gender, Advocacy , energy and development issues in Kenya
• Good writing and communication skills
• Ability to work at grass root level
• Substantial lobbying and advocacy skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Willingness to travel to work in the field
• Donor contacts on energy and gender
• Financial management/budgeting
• Training experience
• Resource mobilization skills an added advantage.
• Must be a member of ENERGIA-Kenya Network

If you have the experience, skills and the ability we are looking for and if you have an interest in creating a career in Gender and Advocacy, please send your application letter and updated CV to Practical Action, Eastern Africa Regional Office by email: recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke and cc energia-kenyasecretariat@practicalaction.or.ke no later than 22th January, 2014. 

The volunteer must be readily available. Locals are encouraged to apply