Job Purpose:
We are seeking a motivated intern to provide coordination and support services for the advancement of the goals of the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), specifically within the Automotive Sector and allied sub-sectors.
Specific Objectives
Sector Coordination & Support – Coordinate and support the advancement of the goals of KAM’s sectoral work.
Implementation of Manufacturing Functions – Support the effective implementation of manufacturing sector functions.
Account Management – Provide account management for assigned sectors, ensuring member needs are addressed.
Administrative Support – Implement administrative activities required to ensure smooth sector operations.
Information Dissemination – Ensure timely and effective communication of relevant information to members.
Reporting – Deliver timely and accurate reports to support decision-making and accountability
Duties & Responsibilities
Sector Coordination & Secretariat Support:
Provide secretariat services to industrial sectors under the Association and coordinate their activities.
Facilitate quarterly and special sector/sub-sector meetings.
Support in developing and updating industrial sector profiles.
Policy & Advocacy Support:
Identify policy issues and develop strategies, position papers, and memoranda to influence key decision makers.
Support execution of government engagements and policy monitoring (National & EAC budget-making processes).
Assist in addressing members’ advocacy issues through engagements with government agencies, regulators, and stakeholders.
Capacity Building & Strategic Development:
Support capacity building by developing and implementing strategies and strategic relationships.
Support in the development and implementation of strategies to nurture sectors and sub-sectors.
Member Services & Account Management:
Provide effective account management by responding to members’ policy-related and operational queries.
Maintain and update databases of key contacts to enhance KAM services, networks, and advocacy work.
Disseminate information effectively to members via emails, WhatsApp groups, sector briefs, and profiles.
Resource Mobilization & Reporting:
Support in resource mobilization to facilitate sector-related work.
Deliver timely and accurate reports to support decision-making and accountability.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics or Social Sciences or any other relevant discipline
At Least 1-Year Experience in a Similar Position
Personal attributes and skills:
Advocacy & Policy Engagement Skills
Planning, Organization & Project Management
Communication & Information Management
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Technical & ICT Competence
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
1 year
