Internship WASH – 3 Positions at Concern Worldwide

Job Description

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We are an international humanitarian organisation dedicated to tackling poverty and suffering in the world’s poorest countries. Concern Worldwide began working in Kenya in May with the development of an urban programme in Nairobi. Our work expanded into a multi-sectoral programme focusing on urban and rural livelihoods, primary education, HIV and AIDS, water and sanitation, and health and nutrition in both Nairobi and Marsabit. In partnership with local organisations, Concern also responds to a number of emergencies in Kenya resulting from floods, drought and violence.

WASH  to be based in  Marsabit – Moyale, Laisamis and North Horr

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible to participate in the Internship Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be Kenyan citizens Be Masters, Bachelors or Diploma students from Commission for University Education (CUE) accredited tertiary level institutions studying courses that are relevant to the above programmes. The Masters graduates must have completed or at least finished course work. Undergraduates and Diploma students must be in their 3rd or 4th year of study and eligible to undertake industrial attachment/placement, as part of the course requirements. This is to be confirmed by a letter seeking industrial attachment/placement from their academic institution. Recently graduated i.e. within the last 12 months and unemployed. Must be available on a full-time basis, for the entire period of the internship which will be for a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 6 months. Must demonstrate good character, creativity, honesty, positive attitude, ability to learn. This will be assessed based on interviews and reference checks, including from the institution of study. Preference will be given to applicants who are from our programme areas of operation and willing to be based in that area/location. Marsabit County (Moyale, Laisamis and North Horr)

Others

Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment. Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary. Take all possible measures to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS). Any other duties as assigned by the Line Manager.