Intern - WHEEL Project (2) at Amref Kenya

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To support the implementation of sustainable WASH interventions in vulnerable public primary schools and communities. The Intern will play a key role in improving health outcomes through preventive and promotive health strategies in intervention sites.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Intern will report to the Project Associate and work closely with other team members.

SCOPE OF JOB

• External Liaisons: Teachers, school administrator, County and National Government education and health officials.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Community Health

Facilitate selection of community wells and longitudinal water quality testing

Support training of Water Management Committees

Facilitate Community Dialogues in targeted villages

School Health promotion in targeted schools

Support behaviour change interventions in targeted schools

Support training of targeted school Boards of Management on WASH and school health promotion

Seek innovative behaviour change strategies as per the WHEEL project model

Support in the mapping of WASH school needs

Work closely with school leadership structures to ensure project sustainability

Monitoring & Evaluation

Conduct needs assessment and support selection of beneficiary schools targeted with WASH outputs

Spearhead longitudinal water quality testing in project sites

Conduct monitoring visits to project schools

Community Mobilization

Engage communities for project entry and implementation success

Support training of community groups on WASH

OTHER TASKS

Support project, departmental and organizational duties as per need, in line with professional growth.

Qualifications

Educational Background

A Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Community Health, or a related field

Experience

At least 1 year of experience in a relevant field.

Key Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Good communication skills (oral and written)

Good understanding of Microsoft Office tools for knowledge work.

Versatility

Key Competencies

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Attention to detail and excellence-oriented.

Self-driven professional