Healthcare Programme Intern at The Maa Trust

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing and reviewing ICHP work plans and budgets in collaboration with the Health team.
• Participate in implementing community-based health activities that align with The Maa Trust's strategic goals.
• Support monthly meetings with Community Health Promoters (CHPs) and review sessions for peer mentors. 
• Contribute to the compilation of monthly and quarterly activity reports.
• Provide logistical support for planning health-related forums and training events.
• Monitor activity timelines to ensure the timely execution of program components.

Stakeholder and Partnership Engagement

• Facilitate communication and coordination with Community Health Promoters (CHPS), Community Health Volunteers (CHVs), local leaders, and partner organizations.
• Participate in community meetings, women's forums, and youth dialogues.
• Assist in organizing stakeholder meetings and feedback sessions.
• Help develop collaborative relationships with local health facilities and government agencies.

Capacity Building and Health Education

• Participate in outreach events focused on sexual and reproductive health for youth, men, and women.
• Help prepare educational materials and co-facilitate community learning sessions.
• Advocate for positive health behaviors and the right to access sexual and reproductive health services during these outreach events.

Other Duties

• Perform additional tasks assigned by the Health Coordinator or Healthcare Manager as per program needs.
• Support the WASH Coordinator by carrying out WASH activities when necessary.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A diploma or bachelor's degree (or currently pursuing) in Public Health, Community Health, Development Studies, or a related field.
• A passion for health promotion and community empowerment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both English and Kiswahili (knowledge of Maa is an additional advantage).
• Basic understanding of Adolescent and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (A/SRHR), WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), or safeguarding is desirable.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within diverse teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with Kobo Collect or other data collection tools is a plus.