Project Intern

Habitat for Humanity
Kenya, Kenya
Recovery and Reconstruction

Job Description

Job Purpose The Project Intern will provide technical and administrative support in the implementation, monitoring, and documentation of activities under the BMZ-funded project in Masinga Sub-County. This role is designed to offer practical exposure to project management, community engagement, and donor reporting processes within a development context Key Responsibilities Project Implementation Support Assist in planning and coordinating project activities in alignment with BMZ guidelines and timelines. Support logistical arrangements for field visits, training sessions, and stakeholder meetings. Facilitate stakeholder participation through effective mobilization during project events and activities. Prepare activity budgets, requisition, and organize materials to ensure smooth implementation of field missions. Mobilize project beneficiaries, local leaders, and partner institutions to enhance community participation in project interventions. Participate in community sensitization sessions, stakeholder meetings, and activity rollouts to ensure timely and efficient execution of planned activities. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards when handling community and project-related information. Support the preparation and processing of requisitions, approvals, and expenditure tracking in compliance with BMZ requirements. Participate in field monitoring visits to assess progress against activity plans and performance indicators. Assist in data collection, entry, and preliminary analysis under the guidance of the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team. Document lessons learned, challenges, and best practices to inform project learning and adaptive management. 2. Documentation and Reporting Support in documentation and tracking of project materials, including scanning and organizing records. Assist finance to ensure standards for documentation, including forms, support documents, and procedures for retention of documents, are observed in Masinga office for (both physical and electronic filing). Prepare accurate and timely minutes for project meetings, workshops, and donor review sessions. Maintain both physical and electronic filing systems for project documents, ensuring proper labeling, organization, and easy retrieval. Assist the finance to scan BMZ Project transaction support documents (payment vouchers and journals) then file them on financial reports SharePoint folder. Assist in logistics coordination including motor vehicle management. Contribute to the development of field reports, photo documentation, and success stories highlighting project progress and impact. Compile data for monthly, quarterly, and donor reports in collaboration with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) team. 3. Stakeholder and Community Engagement Support logistical arrangements for the selection of project target populations, sites, and related interventions. Facilitate communication and coordination between community project committees, local administration, and community structures during activity planning. Organize stakeholder consultative forums, training sessions, and review meetings. Maintain and update a stakeholder engagement tracker and contact database for project partners and collaborators. Qualification & Experience Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Development Studies, Project Management, Social Sciences, or a related field. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Strong organizational and communication skills in English and Kiswahili. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Basic understanding of project management principles; familiarity with M&E is an added advantage. Willingness to travel and work in field conditions. Interest in community development and humanitarian work. Ability to adapt and thrive in multicultural environments.

How to Apply

If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please submit your CV & motivation letter as a single file by November 10, 2025 to: [email protected] Indicate in the subject of the email: Project Intern Habitat for Humanity Kenya is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, HFHK makes employment decisions and provides equal employment opportunity without regard to an applicant's race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, or disability

Job Details

Posted: November 5, 2025
Deadline: November 10, 2025 (4 days left)
Organization: Habitat for Humanity
Location: Kenya, Kenya
Sector: Recovery and Reconstruction