POSITION OF PROGRAMMES INTERNS (3)

The National Coalition of Human Rights Defenders–Kenya (NCHRD-K) is a national organization incorporated in the Republic of Kenya as a Trust. Its mission is to strengthen the capacity of human rights defenders (HRDs) to work effectively in the country and to reduce their vulnerability to the risk of persecution, through protection, capacity building, and advocacy for a favourable legal and policy environment. Established in 2007, NCHRD-K is the only national organisation that works primarily for the protection of HRDs.

To compliment the work of the three programmes within the organisation, the NCHRD-K seeks to recruit suitable candidates for the position of Programmes Intern. Reporting to the Programmes Officer assigned, the Programmes Intern will be responsible for:

1. Actively participating in the implementation of the NCHRD-K activities under the direction and supervision of the Programme Officers.
2. Conducting research in the various NCHRD-K’s programme areas
3. Assisting in logistical planning for meetings and trainings
4. Assisting in communication of the NCHRD-K to partners via various platforms
5. Representing NCHRD-K in meetings and partner activities
6. Preparing timely reports as per stated guidelines
7. Monitoring and documenting cases or incidences of violations of human rights

   defenders.

8. Undertake case assessments for clients under the Protection Programme
9. Assisting in administrative functions as will be assigned
10. Participating in fundraising efforts together with programme staff. 11.Any other relevant duty as may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

•   Hold a Bachelor’s degree in relevant Social Sciences from a recognized University
•   Demonstrate commitment to and interest in human rights and human rights defenders issues/work.
•   High analytical skills and ability to conduct research
•   Demonstrate understanding of national, regional and international framework

  for the protection of HRDs

•   Demonstrated knowledge and experience in designing and executing communication interventions on governance and human rights issues
•   Hands on experience in IT skills including working with website updates and social media
•   Ability to draft documents including reports, policy briefs, concept notes
•   Excellent communication and organizational skills: verbal, writing and

  presentation skills;

  The Applicant should possess the following attributes:

•   Strong attention to detail
•   Proactive problem-solving skills
•   Self-motivationand ability to work independently, in a team and under

  pressure

•   Commitment to diversity
•   Ability to be a team player

  Duration of internship:

  The engagement shall be for a period of three (3) months with possibility of extension.

  Remuneration:

  NCHRD-K will provide a stipend for the duration of the internship.

  Application deadline:

  The application deadline is 30th April 2018

  How to apply:

  If you would like to be considered please email your CV including three (3) contacts of referees and a brief covering letter highlighting your key skills and your availability to info@hrdcoalition.org indicating on the subject line “APPLICATION FOR INTERNSHIP”

  Cover letter should be addressed to:

  The Secretariat
  National Coalition of Human Rights Defenders of Kenya (NCHRD-K) P.O. Box 26309 – 00100 GPO, Nairobi

  Only short listed candidates will be contacted.