Field Building Intern at RefugePoint

Position overview

The primary responsibility of the field building intern is to support RefugePoint’s engagement with Community-Based organizations and partners in Nairobi, Kenya by supporting RefugePoint’s efforts to strengthen the capacity and resources of refugee serving community-based organizations

Key responsibilities:

• Conducting a mapping exercise for CBOs & other partners working with refugee-serving CBOs.
• Carrying out needs assessments for CBOs & Refugee Led Organisations.
• Conducting vetting exercises for new CBOs through field visits and close collaboration with the Refugepoint’s community outreach team.
• Supporting the mobilization, planning, and implementation of capacity strengthening workshops for Cohorts of CBOs in response to needs raised in the capacity need assessments.
• Occasionally attend meetings/forums as requested by the CBO leads/Partners or by RefugePoint.
• Work closely (Including attending partner meetings) with the other partners working in line with refugee leadership.
• Work closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation team and the Training Manager to capture information needed for reporting on peer-to-peer sessions and the CBO granting process.

Requirements:

• Degree in a Bachelor of Education, Community Development or other related studies relevant
• Knowledge of capacity building, training and development
• Strong facilitation, communication and organizational skills
• Experience in the use of computer and office software packages (Ms Word, Ms Excel etc.)
• Knowledge of the refugee/asylum seeker situation in an urban environment will be an added advantage.
• Strong interest in community empowerment and development.

Special Requirements:

• A police clearance certificate.