Helen Keller International Nutrition Intern Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
Support the implementation of First 1,000 Days nutrition interventions by ensuring quality project delivery, monitoring performance, documenting achievements and strengthening coordination with county health management teams and other stakeholders.
Assist in nutrition programme planning, reporting, monitoring and stakeholder engagement to improve maternal, infant and young child nutrition outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Support quality implementation of nutrition project activities in assigned counties.
Develop monthly activity work plans in collaboration with the Officer, Nutrition and track implementation progress.
Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly and semi-annual project reports.
Support integration of project activities into County Health and Nutrition Annual Work Plans (AWPs).
Participate actively in county planning meetings, technical working groups and coordination forums.
Monitor project performance and document achievements, lessons learned and results.
Document human-interest stories, success stories and best practices for learning and replication.
Conduct routine project monitoring and provide recommendations to improve implementation and performance.
Coordinate project data review activities and document findings, recommendations and agreed actions.
Support implementation and follow-up of corrective actions arising from project reviews.
Strengthen collaboration with County and Sub-County Health Management Teams.
Facilitate effective communication and coordination among project stakeholders.
Support stakeholder engagement and partnership-building activities within project areas.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Public Health or an equivalent field.
Good understanding of nutrition, maternal and child health programmes.
Knowledge of Kenyan health
and nutrition policies, strategies and programmes.
Experience & Skills
Strong report writing and documentation skills.
Ability to monitor project activities and analyze programme data.
Experience in community health, nutrition programmes or public health projects is an added advantage.
Excellent written and spoken English.
Excellent written and spoken Swahili.
Strong computer application and documentation skills.
Ability to work effectively with county and community stakeholders.
Key Competencies
Nutrition Programme Implementation.
Project Monitoring and Evaluation.
Public Health and Community Nutrition.
Data Collection, Analysis and Reporting.
Stakeholder Coordination and Partnership Management.
Documentation of Success Stories and Best Practices.
Work Planning and Activity Tracking.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills.
Teamwork and Collaboration.
Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking.
Behavioral Competencies
Owning Work & Building Trust: Demonstrates accountability, reliability, honesty and commitment to quality results.
Adapting & Navigating Change: Responds effectively to changing priorities, project needs and operational challenges.
Getting Work Done: Plans effectively, meets deadlines and delivers high-quality outputs consistently.
Working Together & Growing Others: Builds strong working relationships, welcomes feedback and supports team learning and development.
Method of Application
Interested candidates to send their cover letter and a curriculum vitae as a single document to kenya.recruitment@hki.org Please indicate the position on the subject line of the email. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; early submissions are encouraged. The deadline for application is 2nd November 2
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