Healthcare Programme Intern
2026-04-27T13:47:16+00:00
The Maa Trust
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https://www.themaatrust.org/
INTERN
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Nonprofit, and NGO
Social Services & Nonprofit, Healthcare, Internships
2026-05-04T17:00:00+00:00
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The Maa Trust is a non-profit organization working together with community-owned wildlife conservancies in the Maasai Mara, Kenya. We work to increase the benefits of wildlife and conservation to Maasai families so that they appreciate and contribute to the protection of wild animals on their land.
Key roles and responsibilities:
- Stakeholder and Partnership Engagement
- Capacity Building and Health Education
Other Duties
Qualifications and Skills:
- A diploma or bachelor's degree (or currently pursuing) in Public Health, Community Health, Development Studies, or a related field.
- A passion for health promotion and community empowerment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both English and Kiswahili (knowledge of Maa is an additional advantage).
- Basic understanding of Adolescent and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (A/SRHR), WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), or safeguarding is desirable.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within diverse teams.
- Proficiency in MS Office; experience with Kobo Collect or other data collection tools is a plus.
- Assist in preparing and reviewing ICHP work plans and budgets in collaboration with the Health team.
- Participate in implementing community-based health activities that align with The Maa Trust's strategic goals.
- Support monthly meetings with Community Health Promoters (CHPs) and review sessions for peer mentors.
- Contribute to the compilation of monthly and quarterly activity reports.
- Provide logistical support for planning health-related forums and training events.
- Monitor activity timelines to ensure the timely execution of program components.
- Facilitate communication and coordination with Community Health Promoters (CHPS), Community Health Volunteers (CHVs), local leaders, and partner organizations.
- Participate in community meetings, women's forums, and youth dialogues.
- Assist in organizing stakeholder meetings and feedback sessions.
- Help develop collaborative relationships with local health facilities and government agencies.
- Participate in outreach events focused on sexual and reproductive health for youth, men, and women.
- Help prepare educational materials and co-facilitate community learning sessions.
- Advocate for positive health behaviors and the right to access sexual and reproductive health services during these outreach events.
- Perform additional tasks assigned by the Health Coordinator or Healthcare Manager as per program needs.
- Support the WASH Coordinator by carrying out WASH activities when necessary.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both English and Kiswahili (knowledge of Maa is an additional advantage).
- Basic understanding of Adolescent and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (A/SRHR), WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), or safeguarding is desirable.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within diverse teams.
- Proficiency in MS Office; experience with Kobo Collect or other data collection tools is a plus.
- A diploma or bachelor's degree (or currently pursuing) in Public Health, Community Health, Development Studies, or a related field.
- A passion for health promotion and community empowerment.
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Vacancy title:
Healthcare Programme Intern
[Type: INTERN, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Social Services & Nonprofit, Healthcare, Internships]
Jobs at:
The Maa Trust
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, May 4 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, April 27 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
The Maa Trust is a non-profit organization working together with community-owned wildlife conservancies in the Maasai Mara, Kenya. We work to increase the benefits of wildlife and conservation to Maasai families so that they appreciate and contribute to the protection of wild animals on their land.
Key roles and responsibilities:
- Stakeholder and Partnership Engagement
- Capacity Building and Health Education
Other Duties
Qualifications and Skills:
- A diploma or bachelor's degree (or currently pursuing) in Public Health, Community Health, Development Studies, or a related field.
- A passion for health promotion and community empowerment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both English and Kiswahili (knowledge of Maa is an additional advantage).
- Basic understanding of Adolescent and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (A/SRHR), WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), or safeguarding is desirable.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within diverse teams.
- Proficiency in MS Office; experience with Kobo Collect or other data collection tools is a plus.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: associate degree
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