Programme Support Intern - Community & Waste Management at Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization

Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization are hiring a Programs Intern (Community & Waste Management) in Nairobi.

Contract Type: Internship (Duration: 6 months)
Reports to: G4G Programs Manager
Reporting Date: Immediate

Position Summary

The Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization (KEPRO) is Kenya's leading and largest producer responsibility organization, managing compliance solutions for over 1,400 non-hazardous packaging value chain actors. We are seeking a highly motivated Programmes Intern to support our Gram for Gram (G4G) department on community and waste management initiatives. This role will focus on delivering training, supporting partner onboarding, conducting due diligence, and amplifying KEPRO's impact through community engagement and knowledge sharing. This role is ideal for recent graduates passionate about environmental sustainability and community development looking to gain hands-on program management experience.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Training & Onboarding Support

• Develop and deliver interactive training sessions for waste management actors (small businesses, grassroots organizations, and community groups) on KEPRO's waste management compliance protocols and digital onboarding platforms.
• Assist with creating training materials, slides, and handouts to support participant learning.
• Track participant attendance and feedback to improve future training sessions.

2. Partner Due Diligence & Administration

• Support due diligence checks for new and existing waste management partner organizations, including collecting and verifying partner documentation, updating partner databases, and ensuring alignment with KEPRO's compliance standards.
• Assist with onboarding new partners to KEPRO's systems and processes.

3. Program Coordination & Logistics

• Assist in planning, organizing, and coordinating G4G community outreach events, workshops, and sensitization forums.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for program delivery, including venue booking, materials preparation, and attendee coordination.
• Monitor the on-the-ground progress of G4G initiatives and report updates to the G4G Programs Manager.

4. Knowledge Pool & Publication Support

• Collect and compile success stories, case studies, and impact data from community programs to contribute to KEPRO's internal knowledge pool and public publications.
• Assist with drafting and editing content for KEPRO's awareness campaigns, website, and social media channels.

5. Community Engagement & Collaboration

• Support relationship-building with community leaders, grassroots organizations, and other waste management stakeholders.
• Assist with coordinating joint projects between KEPRO and community partners to scale impact.

6. General Support

• Provide regular progress updates to the G4G Programs Manager on internship tasks and program activities.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the G4G Programs Manager.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Education, Community Development, or a closely related field.
• Experience: Entry-level, recent graduates (within 24 months of completing their degree) are strongly preferred. Volunteer experience, academic projects focused on community work or environmental sustainability, and hands-on program support experience are a significant plus.
• Experience working with grassroots organizations or waste management initiatives is a plus.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, including community members, partner organizations, and KEPRO staff.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience planning and coordinating events, training sessions, and community activities.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate partner and program records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic digital tools.
• Passion for environmental sustainability, circular economy principles, and community development.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Why Join KEPRO?

As Kenya's largest PRO, KEPRO is committed to catalyzing the transition to a circular economy by promoting sustainable waste management practices. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on program management, training, and community engagement experience in a fast-growing environmental organization, make a tangible impact in Kenyan communities, and advance KEPRO's vision of a cleaner, greener Kenya. As an intern, you will also receive mentorship from senior program staff and access to professional development opportunities.

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Deadline: Saturday, September 5, 2026

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