Project Intern

InMySteps Foundation, an initiative created in 2021 by Rise & Learn Global to help young people coming out of tertiary training to access opportunities to practice their trade, get mentorship, access career coaching, and develop transformational leadership capabilities. InMySteps Foundation assesses youth, offers them training, mentorship, and career coaching, sources for placement opportunities for them, matches them with the organization, and holds them accountable to share their knowledge and experience with future cohorts.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the InMySteps Project Coordinator, the Project Intern will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation and execution of the InMySteps Foundation including managing the end-to-end process of shortlisting and Training interns, and coordinating with various stakeholders (trainers, partners, mentors, suppliers). The role will be responsible for project administration, monitoring the progress of interns, and supporting the search for new organizational partners. The intern will be responsible for testing and providing feedback on the InMysteps APP functionality, execution of InMySteps events, daily management, and App software presentation to clients. The Project Intern shall also address the user queries and progress updates while serving as a tester to provide feedback to the software developers. We are seeking a committed and dedicated individual with high integrity to join the InMySteps Foundation team

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Internship Program Management
  • Manage the recruitment process including Coordinating the shortlisting process for interns based on client organization needs.
  • Organize and oversee the training and development programs for interns.
  • Monitor and track the progress of interns throughout their internships, ensuring their development aligns with expectations.
  • Assist in coordinating the placement of interns into suitable roles within partnering organizations.
  • Coordinate the mentor matching session virtually and track progress of respective signed up mentorships
• Stakeholder Communication & Coordination
  • Serve as the main point of contact for all external stakeholders, including trainers, mentors, partners, and suppliers.
  • Regularly communicate updates, concerns, and progress with internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Foster strong, positive relationships with stakeholders to ensure smooth and effective collaboration
• Event Management
  • Coordinate and manage events, including the annual run and anniversary events for the InMySteps Foundation.
  • Manage all event logistics, scheduling, and overall event coordination to ensure successful execution.
  • Engage relevant stakeholders in event planning and ensure events align with the initiative’s goals and values.
• System Support and promotion
  • Support and follow up on the development and maintenance of the InMySteps Foundation database system.
  • Ensure all intern and partner data is captured, organized, and easily accessible.
  • Provide input on system improvements to streamline workflows and data management.
  • Present the software and demonstrate its features to stakeholders and respond to questions and provide support to users.
  • Act as a tester to identify and resolve issues within the software.
  • Work closely with SpaceYaTech developers to improve coding skills.
  • Participate in System regular team meetings and training sessions
• Mentor Training & Coordination
  • Coordinate and support the training of mentors who will work with interns.
  • Ensure that mentors are equipped with the resources and guidance necessary for effective mentorship.
  • Collect feedback to continuously improve mentor training and mentorship quality.
• Partner Outreach & Relationship Building
  • Assist in identifying and reaching out to new organizational partners for InMySteps Foundation.
  • Cultivate relationships with potential partners to secure new internship opportunities.
  • Provide organizations with detailed program information and benefits of partnering with InMySteps Foundation.
• General Administration
  • Perform general administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and managing documentation.
  • Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the project, addressing any issues or challenges as they arise.
  • Maintain accurate records of all project activities, communications, and progress.
  • Supplier Management – ensure end to end procurement for product and services

Qualifications

TYPE & AMOUNT OF EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in Information Technology or related course from a recognised university
• InMySteps Trained Graduate.

DESIRED TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Strong communication skills and ability to present technical information clearly.
• Basic knowledge of Java, React/TypeScript, and databases
• Proficiency in basic office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Zoom, Google Workspace).

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

• Organisation Skills
• Communication & Interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ownership & commitment

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:

• On-site work model
• Standard office conditions.