Programs Intern
Want to be at the forefront of social innovation? 🤔 Impact Hub Nairobi is hiring a Program Intern! This is a fantastic opportunity for a young professional or student to gain hands-on experience in program management, research, and event planning while contributing to the growth of East Africa’s leading social innovation ecosystem.
- Impact Hub Nairobi
- Nairobi team
Job Overview
About us
Impact Hub Nairobi (IHN) is part of a global network of over 25,000 impact makers driving societal change in more than 100 locations across 65 countries. IHN serves as a catalyst for entrepreneurial action and collaboration, aiming to align and strengthen the Kenyan ecosystem through partnerships and community engagement for collective impact.
Our focus is on leveraging ecosystem resources to support startups and innovation, addressing important issues and pioneering the impact enterprise movement through collaborations. As an aggregator, IHN supports the growth of an ecosystem that harnesses shared resources and provides end-to-end business support to entrepreneurs, ensuring their resilience and impact in a new economy.
Impact Hub Nairobi (IHN) creates a vibrant and versatile environment that combines both incorporeal and physical offerings. Events and effective community management are vital tools in celebrating and communicating not only what we do but “why” we do it. Our events give voice to the passion we have for all that we do and create a gateway for community engagement. This Events and Community Manager position is key to IHN’s success and requires a highly organized, creative, detail oriented and motivated person to serve as lead for event planning, revenue generation, community management, content development, production and event sponsorship
About the Role
As a Programs Intern at Impact Hub Nairobi, you will play a crucial role in supporting our programs and initiatives. You will work closely with our team to contribute to the planning, execution, and evaluation of various programs and initiative activities.
Location: Hybrid / Nairobi, Kenya
Application deadline: 20th Sept 2024
Requirements:
- Strong interest in social impact, community development, and innovation.
- Excellent research, communication, and organizational skills.
- Eagerness to learn and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
- Availability to commit to a 6-month internship, with the possibility of extension.
Key responsibilities
- Assist in research, data collection, and analysis related to program impact and outcomes.
- Participate in the development of program reports, case studies, and communication materials.
- Support the planning and execution of events like workshops, webinars, and networking sessions.
- Handle administrative tasks such as updating the program’s database and managing emails.
- Engage in team meetings and contribute to discussions on program strategy and development.
- Participate in a mentorship program designed to enhance your skills and professional growth.
Benefits
- Monthly stipend
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals and changemakers.
- A chance to be a part of Nairobi’s vibrant social innovation community.
How to Apply:
If you’re excited to join a team that’s transforming the way we create impact, we want to hear from you! To apply, send your CV and a brief cover letter detailing why you’re the perfect fit for this role to [email protected]
Impact Hub is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce and encourages all qualified applicants, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
Contractual summary
- Role: Ful Time
- Location: Based in Ikigai, Westlands
- Contract: Minimum [1] year with [annual] performance review and potential for a contract extension.
- Reporting: Direct report to Programs Lead
Application process
- Step 1: Send CV and Letter of Interest to [email protected]
- Step 2: Interview Process
- Step 3: Email Communication on application status
- Step 4: Onboarding
