New Internship Opportunities Open at The Council of Governors

SCOPE OF ASSIGNMENT

Support the Education Committee in implementing the committee workplan, monitoring emerging trends and best practices, and providing technical support to Counties with respect to early childhood development, pre-primary education, vocational training, skills development, and children matters.

The specific duties and responsibilities will include:

• Assist in the implementation of the Education Committee workplan.
• Analysis, review and monitoring of all policies and legislation at National and County levels relating to the Education Committee.
• Conduct research work, analysis of documents and preparation of position papers, policy briefs, and success stories in the Education Committee.
• Assist in the coordination and harmonization of the Council’s positions and priorities on sectoral matters.
• Assist in handling and monitoring children mainstreaming across the committees within the Council.
• Assist in data and knowledge management within the Committee.
• Ensuring that all committee reports are written and submitted within the required timelines and
• Support intra- and inter-agency and governmental consultations on sectoral issues.
• Support in the engagement and coordination of the various Caucuses within the Committee.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Public Administration or other related degree.
• Experience in documentation and report writing for technical meetings.
• Knowledge and understanding of government-related processes, especially within the context of Devolution.
• Outstanding Interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow deadlines, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• A high level of computer literacy and proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

SUPERVISION

The intern will work within the education committee and will be supervised by and reporting to the Sector Lead of the Committee.

DURATION

The internship will be for a duration of six (6) months with possible extension for another six months owing to performance of the intern and availability of funds.

Objective of the Assignment

To support the Council of Governors’ Blue Economy Committee in coordinating inter-county priorities, strengthening policy advocacy, and enhancing implementation and tracking of devolved sector functions.

Scope of Work / Duties and Responsibilities

The intern will work under the supervision of the Principal Program Officer and will undertake the following tasks:

• Consolidate and prepare county position briefs on agriculture, livestock, and Blue Economy issues.
• Conduct policy analysis and support development of CoG submissions on national legislation, policies, and regulations.
• Prepare Committee meeting documentation, including agendas, minutes, resolutions, and action trackers.
• Track and compile implementation progress of key programmes (e.g., KEMSFED, NAVCDP, FSRP, and other sector initiatives) across counties.
• Support coordination of stakeholder engagements, including intergovernmental consultations and partner meetings.
• Document and develop knowledge products such as case studies, best practices, and county success stories.
• Organize and maintain a structured repository/database of sector documents, data, and county submissions.
• Undertake research to inform preparation of briefs, opinion pieces, presentations, and talking points for the Committee.
• Assist in logistical and administrative arrangements for Committee meetings, workshops, and field activities.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

Duration of the Internship

The internship will be for a duration of six (6) months with possible extension for another six months owing to performance of the intern and availability of funds.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Degree in Fisheries and Aquaculture Management, Coastal and Marine Resources Management or Agriculture Resource Management, Natural Resource Management.
• Demonstrate interest or exposure to agriculture, livestock, Blue Economy, or devolution.
• Experience in research, data analysis, or report writing is an added advantage.
• Knowledge and understanding of government related processes especially within the context of Devolution.
• Outstanding Interpersonal, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to follow deadlines, accuracy and attention to detail.
• A high level of computer literacy and proficient in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.