Government Affairs Associate at Sanergy

We are an increasingly sophisticated, highly intricate organization with many moving parts. Sanergy seeks accomplished, driven individuals who will make substantive contributions to the organization.  We currently seek an Associate who will work in our Government Affairs Department:

Training needed:

• This is a field based job and you will be spending 90% of your time working in the informal settlements and involves a lot of walking.
• Minimum 3 years post graduate work experience that involved actively engaging Community gatekeepers in informal settlements, National and County governments in a social enterprise context.
• Degree in relevant social sciences or public health
• An understanding of the dynamics in informal settlements.
• Knowledge of Government Structures, both National and County Government. 
• Having worked in compliance related environment and understanding Government Legislation is an added advantage
• Good report writing skills. Ability to use Microsoft Office programs (MS. Word, MS. Excel, etc.)

Skills needed:

• Oral communication and interpersonal skills to present Fresh Life work in various meetings. 
• Creative problem-solving skills and proactiveness.
• Strong understanding of government and community relations and experience in building and maintaining relationships with different stakeholders.

Qualities you’ll need to fit in well with the Sanergy-Stars

• A collaborative spirit that compels you to work beyond your team
• A desire to understand and serve customers
• A willingness to embrace diversity, integrity, and empathy
• An innovative approach to assessing and testing new ideas 
• An enthusiasm to achieve set targets and improve yourself professionally