Energy Internship Opportunity at Practical Action Kenya

Deadline 13th December 2018

About the Role

We are looking for a qualified graduate intern to join our energy team. S/He should be prepared to work in a fast paced team environment and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of energy and community development.

Specifically, the intern will be tasked with supporting an ongoing study on current status of clean and efficient cooking (stoves and fuels) adoption and market trends and a private sector energy actor mapping exercise.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide support to ensure timely projects delivery and implementation in line with the approved work plan(s) .
• Undertake data collection exercises as directed and provide a critical and analytical review of data and documents from the research organization to asses and ascertain quality and adherence to agreed scope, methodology and deliverables.
• Participate in monthly meetings to discuss and present progress updates.
• Conduct desktop research on prospective donors, private sector and clients including newspapers and magazine review of opportunities
• Assist in the preparation and submission of Expression of Interest (EOIs) and proposals
• Supporting the preparation of knowledge products such as case studies, leaflets and technical fact sheets
• Participate in team meetings as required
• Undertake any other relevant duties assigned from time to time by the line manager.

Requirements

• A graduate in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Climate change, Business Development or other relevant fields.
• Those with post graduate qualifications may also be considered.
• This person should have excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili, with the ability to conduct research and analysis as well as stakeholder engagement.
• Some experience working in a similar role will be considered as an added advantage when choosing the best applicant for this internship position. PowerPoint, Word and Excel experience is required.