Healthcare Programme Intern

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Industry: Non-Profit Organization Management
Description: The Maa Trust is a non-profit organization working together with community-owned wildlife conservancies in the Maasai Mara, Kenya. We work to increase the benefits of wildlife and conservation to Maasai families so that they appreciate and contribute to the protection of wild animals on their land.

Job Details

Job Type: Contract
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Healthcare, Internship, Medical

Job Description

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.
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