Project Internship – Sustainable Livelihoods

Reports to: Program Coordinator

Location: Kisumu, Kenya

Position Type: Full-time, 8-month internship (with possibility of extension)

Stipend: A modest Monthly stipend will be provided

About Homeless of Kisumu (HOK)

Homeless of Kisumu is a youth-led, community-based organization championing the well-being and dignity of vulnerable communities in Western Kenya. Through our Sustainable Livelihoods program, we promote economic empowerment, skill development, and inclusive growth, especially for women, youth, and waste actors.

Job Purpose

The Project Intern – Sustainable Livelihoods will support the implementation of HOK’s Sustainable Livelihoods Program by contributing to entrepreneurship support services, training coordination, participant engagement, and impact documentation. Working under the guidance of the Program Coordinator – Sustainable Livelihoods, the intern will engage directly with program participants—particularly women and youth—to help strengthen green and circular enterprises.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Implementation Support

• • Supporting the identification, outreach, and onboarding of program participants, particularly youth, women, and informal sector entrepreneurs across green and circular economy sectors.
  • Supporting the coordination and facilitation of training sessions, mentorship activities, and peer learning engagements.
  • Assisting entrepreneurs in applying practical business tools such as budgeting templates, business model canvases, and marketing strategies.
  • Helping track the progress of supported enterprises, including business growth, job creation, and product development.
  • Supporting entrepreneurs with access to markets through preparation for trade fairs, exhibitions, and digital platform onboarding.
  • Assisting in documenting success stories, collecting feedback, and uploading data and training content to the Green Lab platform.

2. Field Work and Community Engagement

• • Participate in field visits to monitor ongoing activities and gather feedback from beneficiaries.
  • Support the documentation of success stories, case studies, and lessons learned.
  • Build rapport with community members and provide logistical support to field teams.

3. Data Collection and Reporting

• • Assist in conducting surveys, needs assessments, and post-training evaluations.
  • Support the MEAL team with accurate data entry, verification, and analysis.
  • Contribute to the development of internal reports and donor updates.
  • Assisting with program communications, storytelling, and fundraising efforts, including compiling data and materials for proposals and donor reports.

4. Operational and Logistical Support

• • Help in organizing events, field logistics, and procurement for project activities.
  • Maintain organized records of project documentation, attendance sheets, and reports.
  • Support internal coordination among departments to ensure smooth project execution.

Qualifications and Experience

• A recent graduate with a Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Business, Commerce, Project Management, development , Entrepreneurship, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in social entrepreneurship, the green and circular economy, or community-based enterprise development..
• Digital literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and online research tools.
• Some experience (volunteering, coursework, or fieldwork) in working with  community-based entrepreneurs, informal sector workers, and small business owners. is an added advantage.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Comfortable working with diverse and vulnerable populations.

Core Competencies

• Enthusiastic and committed to social change
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and in teams
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Strong problem-solving and adaptability skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/ Google Workspace (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

What we offer

• Real-world experience in grassroots project implementation
• Exposure to sustainable livelihoods programming in a nonprofit setting
• Mentorship and learning opportunities from a dynamic team
• Certificate of completion and recommendation letter upon successful internship