Program Intern (Mombasa) at Search for Common Ground (SFCG)

Internship Terms

• For the purpose of the internship in Kenya, the intern will be supervised by the Mombasa office Programs Officer, who will be responsible for setting tasks and evaluating the intern’s work.
• The work objectives above will be undertaken by the intern on the basis of 5 working days per week, for 12 weeks with any days off agreed in advance with the supervisor. 
• The internship will be based in Mombasa.
• The period of the internship will last from February 2021 through April  2021.
• The internship may be terminated by either side by informing the other in writing giving 1 months notice.
• Required to have a laptop.  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in international development, conflict resolution, project management or related field.
• At least two (0-2) years of NGO or CSO experience in project implementation or management in Kenya. Experience working in Coastal Kenya is an asset.
• Strong and proven ability in report writing, in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, as well as social media platforms.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, creativity, and enthusiasm while working in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment with minimal supervision.
• Cultural sensitivity and strong interest in dialogue, peacebuilding and conflict transformation.
• Written and oral proficiency in English and Swahili. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in international development, conflict resolution, project management or related field.
• At least two (0-2) years of NGO or CSO experience in project implementation or management in Kenya. Experience working in Coastal Kenya is an asset.
• Strong and proven ability in report writing, in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, as well as social media platforms.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, creativity, and enthusiasm while working in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment with minimal supervision.
• Cultural sensitivity and strong interest in dialogue, peacebuilding and conflict transformation.
• Written and oral proficiency in English and Swahili.