Habitat for Humanity Advocacy Intern Jobs in Kenya

Habitat for Humanity Advocacy Intern Jobs in Kenya

Introduction

Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort. The housing organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in more than 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home.

Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, visit habitat.org/emea.

HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children), and all those with whom we work.

In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is seeking a talented Intern to support advocacy work at the Africa Area Office. The nature of the job is hybrid. The Intern will report to the Africa Policy and Advocacy Manager.

Working time: 40 hours per week (flexible)

Duration: Six Months with possibility of extension

Responsibilities/Duties:

Desk research on affordable housing and on various AU policies

Help organize events (workshops, conferences)

Attend online/in-person conferences and workshops and summarize key points

Administrative tasks

Writing blogs on advocacy related interventions

Required:

Must be a university student, pursing degree in sociology, anthropology, public policy, international relations, development studies.

Completed bachelor’s degree is an advantage

Openness to learn and ability to process information

Excellent command of English, especially in writing, French would be an added advantage.

Interest in topics of housing/advocacy/sociology/EU grants/ Land

Possess professional maturity and sensitivity to different cultures

Must be computer literate and experience using MS packages including MS Outlook and Teams.

Possess a Certificate of good conduct

Demonstrate a commitment to HFHI values and vision

Humility - We are part of something bigger than ourselves

Courage - We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular

Accountability - We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission

What we can offer:

Gaining experience in a friendly and multicultural environment

Learning about the operations of a multinational organization

Possible participation in conferences online and in-person

Learning about African Union (AU) and Regional Bodies institutions and policies

Learning about international network building

Learning about project management and project implementation

Personal and professional growth through various courses and teambuilding activities

How to Apply

If you are interested in an internship with the HFHI Africa Area Office and you meet the requirements of this position, please send in one document that has your motivation letter and CV in English indicating the position you are applying for in the subject line to the email afrnairobiinfo@habitat.org

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