Career Opportunities at Micro and Small Enterprise Authority (MSEA)

The Interns will assist County Enterprise Development Officers the implementation sub component 2 activities under KYEOP.

Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities for the Interns will include:

• Coordinate implementation of KYEOP programmes in the County.
• Monitor, evaluate and report KYEOP activities in the County.
• Organise KYEOP activities in the County.
• Offer any other technical support and operational assistance as may be required.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Management, Entrepreneurship or any other related field.
• Should be below 35 years old.
• Have excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to think and work logically and work precisely with attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and extremely organized.
• Manages time and priorities efficiently, shows enthusiasm, and allows for flexibility.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher).
• Proficiency in Local language(s) and understanding of local culture will be an added advantage.

Location/Positions: Wajir(2),Mandera(3),Turkana(2),Kitui(1),Migori(1),Kwale(1),Kisumu (1),Kakamega(1),Kwale(1), Nakuru(1)

Reporting: The Interns will report to County Enterprise Development Officers.

Duration of Assignment

This will be a six months contract renewable based on performance and availability of project financing. The expected commencement date is May, 2019

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Job Details

• Writing and testing computer programmes according to instructions and specifications prepared by the MISO
• Assisting in the implementation of the computer systems and providing user support, including training users;
• Performing technical, systems and user documentation.
• Coding and testing computer programmes;
• Performing technical and systems documentation tasks on database maintenance;
• Developing a systematic coding system;
• Carrying out systems analysis, design and programme specifications in direct liaison with users;
• Development, implementation and maintenance of systems projects;
• Supervising and compiling overall systems documentation and ensuring adherence to systems documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Computer Science, Information Communication Technology or equivalent and relevant qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Minimum six months to one year experience in a reputable Organisation

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Job Details

The Communication Assistant will support the MSEA Head of Communication to enhance efficient communication throughout the implementation stages of the Communication Strategy, plans, and related activities under KYEOP.

Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities for Communication Assistant will include:

• Perform routine communication tasks which include writing, editing, proofreading, review of graphic design and layout / written and electronic presentation materials.
• Take photos and videos of KYEOP events and related activities.
• Edit and upload photos and videos of KYEOP on the official website and social media outlets.
• Maintain photo files for online use.
• Create and publish engaging content for various KYEOP social media platforms.
• Track social media performance across multiple platforms and provide recommendations on how to increase social media engagement.
• Build relationships and foster online communication by engaging with stakeholders through various online and news media platforms.
• Generate content for website.
• Assist in writing reports, articles, press releases and blog entries.
• Assist in the development of marketing materials such as flyers, brochures, newsletters, advertisements, presentations, etc.
• Maintain various databanks including project profiles, project photos, media resource center, publications, and video productions.
• Assist in coordinating KYEOP event planning and logistics.
• Provide any other technical and operational assistance as required by the Communication Specialist.

Expected output

The Communication Assistant is expected to support the MSEA Head of

Communication in producing creative promotional materials that showcase transformational opportunities among the youth, develop and execute media strategies and social media projects that will raise awareness about Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) and the Kenya Youth Employment and Opportunities Project (KYEOP) and enhance stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Humanities such as Communication / Journalism / Media Studies / Marketing or any other related field.
• Should be 30 years old or less.
• Have the ability to be creative and detail-oriented.
• Have excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Ability to think and work logically and work precisely with attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and extremely organized.
• Manages time and priorities efficiently, shows enthusiasm, and allows for flexibility.
• Minimum two years’ experience in marketing, communications, media or public relations.

Competencies

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher).
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, Corel, and InDesign.
• Excellent communication, writing and editing skills.
• Graphic design experience will be an added advantage.
• Audio / video production experience will be an added advantage.

Location: Nairobi with local travel to different Counties.

Reporting: The Communication Assistant will report to MSEA Head of Communication.

Duration of Assignment

This will be a one year contract renewable based on performance and availability of project financing. The expected commencement date is May, 2019.