Job Field: Sector in ICT / Computer , Internships / Volunteering

Applications Open For Presidential Digital Talent Internship Programme

Programme Objective

The objective of the programme is to develop and prepare young ICT graduates to take up employment opportunities that come up in the ICT as well as other sectors. The program provides participants an excellent opportunity to gain workplace experience, expand knowledge, mentorship, refine career goals and build professional networks in the areas of: Networks & Digital Infrastructure, Software Development & IA, Information Security, Data Analytics and Multimedia (ICT Graphics) & Digital Marketing.

Eligibility

Applicants MUST have graduated and attained First or Upper Second-Class Honors (or the equivalent) from a recognized institution in the last two years (from January 2021).
If waiting graduation (till December 2023), provide a recommendation/reference letter from the University stamped & signed by the University indicating First or Upper Second-Class Honors to be awarded.
Recent graduates in BSc. ICT or Engineering (Electrical & Electronics, Telecommunication, Software, Security) – The graduates must have thorough knowledge in the core areas of specialization; Networks & Digital Infrastructure, Software Development & IA, Information Security, Data Analytics and Multimedia (ICT Graphics) & Digital Marketing. The Applicant may be required to demonstrate technical competencies on their core of specialization prior to the interview.
Should NOT have undertaken any other Internship program in the government and is Unemployed
Applicants should be willing and ready to be deployed in any government organization (MCDAs) within the 47 counties on a full time basis from 8:00am – 5:00pm.
Females, persons with disability and graduates from ASAL regions are encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions
Read the instructions carefully

All applications MUST be completed and submitted online through recruitment.digitalent.go.ke.
A duly completed application form must be submitted online via the portal; no paper-based or email applications will be accepted.
Applicants should submit the correct information. provides that a person who gives false or misleading information to the Secretariat is, on conviction, liable to a fine not exceeding Kshs. 200,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding two years or to both such fine and imprisonment.
Applicants must attach all required documents (Copies National ID card/Passport, Passport Size Photo, KCSE certificate, Degree Certificate, Receipt/ Certificate of good conduct)
Only Applications that are Completed and Successfully submitted within the 21 days of calendar starting from the date of advertise will be accepted.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify the following:
Foreign University:

Graduates with foreign Universities degree should attach a verification certificate from Kenya National Qualification Authority (KNQA)
Certificate in other languages other than English, must attach English translation from the relevant Embassy.

Degree Grade Equivalent:

Those Universities with GPA – Attach GPA equivalent to the Kenya Public University – e.g. For Second class honors upper – division GPA equivalent

Certificate Not Collected:

Attach a signed and stamped recommendation/reference letter from the University stamped & signed by the dean of students indicating First or Upper Second-Class Honors to be awarded.

Apply via :

recruitment.digitalent.go.ke

November 2, 2024
Intern- Information Technology (ICT Department) GRIP Intern – Faith and Development Director of Disaster Recovery Financing Solutions, Inclusive Finance Group, VisionFund International

Key Responsibilities:
The intern will work closely with the staff in the department, while being exposed to the following areas to develop their skills: –
Digital Workplace Analysis and Service Desk Support

Digital Workplace planning and documentation
Support development of customer satisfaction levels and ensure they are achieved through established metrics against SLAs.
Provide support to develop, implement, operate and maintain End User Digital Technologies. Facilitates and provides input to the design/development process.
Support day-to-day technical support to end users – triage, resolve or escalate reported incidents and problems.
Support Research on trouble issues which affect multiple clients.
Works with vendor technical support personnel on solutions for client’s issues.
Provide responsive support for problems found during normal working hours as well as outside normal working hours.
Generate activity and status reports and share with the supervisor.
Support the process of closing customer feedback loop for Continuous Service Improvement
Support continuous improvement of digital IT workspace service improvements and offerings to end users via proactive measurement, evaluation and ideation.
Support the process of closing customer feedback loop for Continuous Service Improvement
Support regular customer experience and satisfaction surveys.

Software Development, Server Administration and Cloud Services

Needs assessment for software systems for the organization’s needs.
Maintenance, Modification and regular improvement of existing software systems
Regular back up of local servers and supporting migration to cloud servers.
Regular data cleaning of user data in the servers to ensure integrity of the data.
Support updates and patching of the organization’s servers

Network and Infrastructure Management

Network monitoring, troubleshooting and documentation.
Support seamless connectivity in the HQ and field offices.
Troubleshoot and resolve network connectivity issues in the National Office as well as the field offices.
Support management of infrastructure power systems and power backup systems
Participate in supervising on-site preventative maintenance and repair of infrastructure.

Business Analysis and Vendor Management

Ensures that all technical resources are available for meetings that include video conferencing.
Monitors services provided by vendors to ensure service levels meet requirements.
Participate in evaluation of vendor solutions to ensure compliance with requirements and policies.
Support in enrolment of the solutions to staff while supporting the staff with any technical issues related to the solutions.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Those eligible to apply for graduate internship program shall be Kenyan citizens who meet the following criteria: –

Bachelor’s degree graduates who either are beneficiaries of child sponsorship or have experienced the impact of WV’s community development in their homes will be given priority.
Graduates who show genuine desire and ability to serve among the poor in rural and semi urban areas of Kenya.
Graduates who are practicing Christians regardless of denomination, gender and ethnic background.
Graduates with demonstrated good character, honesty, high competency and generally in good physical and emotional health.
Graduates who are willing to commit their time on the project for the entire year.
Graduates who have completed studies in bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Information Technology or in any related or transferrable field of study within the last 1 (one) year.

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November 2, 2024
Public Service Internship – Digital Literacy Programme – 1000 Positions

Duration of Internship

Twelve (12) months- Non renewable
Stipend
The interns will be paid a stipend by the State Department, at a rate as determined by the Government Certificate
On successful completion of the Internship Programme, the interns will be awarded a certificate by the State Department.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this internship position, a candidate must have graduated not earlier than 2019, and be:

In possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Education with specialization in Information Communication Technology or a Bachelor’s degree in ICT; or a Diploma in ICT or ICT Integration in Education, from a recognized institution;
Knowledgeable in networking and infrastructure, applications development, information security and project management;
Able to integrate ICT with Education in terms of E-Learning and content development;
Skilled to carry out research and innovation to support the DLP; and
Willing to be deployed to any Sub County Education office within the country on full time basis.

Internship Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:

Support of E-Learning and content development in line with the schemes of work
Providing class support and training of Primary School teachers in use of digital literacy devices
Supporting implementation of the Digital Learning Programme
Carrying out innovations to enable schools improve on use of digital learning
Providing support in safe, secure and ethical use of technology in learning
Assisting teachers by integrating ICT in delivery of teaching, learning and assessment
Supporting school staff with development and production of key school policies and procedures
Providing first line support and maintenance of ICT services in the schools

Apply via :

www.psckjobs.go.ke

November 2, 2024
ICT Intern Project Officer, Youth Social & Economic Empowerment (YSEE) Project Country Programmes Officer

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As An ICT Intern you will be Providing 1st level support and solutions to day to day technical issues and challenges. Sensitize users on important routines in ICT.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide on call 1st level technical support to Staff, Faculty and Students as raised in the Ticket management system and related channels used for support requests such as telephone extensions. Unresolved issues to be escalated to supervisor where necessary. Document technical Problems and Solutions on the knowledgebase system as guided by supervisor
Provide on call 1st level support to Faculty and Students on the available academics systems. Unresolved issues to be escalated to supervisor where necessary
Setup new user accounts for staff, students and faculty as instructed by the responsible office or supervisor
Prepare weekly reports to document status and progress of activities/tasks. Report should also include completed tasks. Set meaningful quarter and yearly objectives as guided by the department objectives.
Maintain a positive and professional relationship among affiliate companies to leverage on the synergies available related to professional work
Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Minimum requirements:
Education and Experience:

Minimum Bachelors in I.T / Computer Science or any other related in that field
Certification in CCNA, N+ , A+ or related certificates will be added advantage
Extensive knowledge of ICT Industry and current trends

Key Skills and Personal Attributes

Excellent Communication skills
Ability to solve technical problems or provide guidance on the appropriate solution
Ability to work under minimum supervision
Attention to details
Eager to learn
Time conscious

An absolute commitment to upholding the College Values. In particular, commitment:

To prioritize the needs of Faculty, Staff & Students
To act with integrity, authenticity & respect at all times
To secure continuous improvement and excellence

Closing Date: 22nd August2023

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November 2, 2024
ICT Intern Communications Intern Finance Intern

The Programmes Intern will be responsible for:

Actively participating in the implementation of the Defenders Coalition activities under the direction and supervision of the Programme Officers.
Conducting monitoring, documentation and research in the various Defenders Coalition’s programme areas.
Assisting in logistical planning for meetings and trainings
Assisting in communication of the Defenders Coalition to partners via various platforms.
Representing Defenders Coalition in meetings and partner activities
Preparing timely reports as per stated guideline.
Monitoring and documenting cases or incidences of violations of human rights defenders‘ rights.
Assisting in administrative functions as will be assigned
Participating in fundraising efforts together with programme staff.
Any other relevant duty as may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in relevant Social Sciences from a recognized University
Demonstrate commitment to and interest in human rights and human rights defenders issues/work.
High analytical skills and ability to conduct documentation and research.
Demonstrate understanding of national, regional and international framework for the protection of HRDs.
Demonstrated knowledge in designing and executing communication interventions on governance and human rights issues.
Hands on experience in IT skills including working with website updates and social media.
Ability to draft documents including reports, policy briefs, concept notes.
Excellent communication and organizational skills: verbal, writing and presentation skills;

The Applicant should possess the following attributes:

Strong attention to detail
Proactive problem-solving skills
Self-motivation and ability to work independently, in a team and under pressure
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Ability to be a team player and perform exemplary well with minimal supervision.

Duration of internship:
The engagement shall be for a period of three (3) months with possibility of extension.
Remuneration:
Defenders Coalition will provide a stipend for the duration of the internship.

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Application deadline:The application deadline is 20th August 2023.How to apply:This is a great opportunity for learning. It will provide opportunities of delving deep into the human rights and civil society sector in Kenya and the region.Interested candidates are required to submit an application for consideration by sending their resume including three (3) contacts of referees and a brief covering letter highlighting your key skills and your availability to info@defenderscoalition.org indicating on the subject line “APPLICATION FOR INTERNSHIP”The Cover letter should be addressed to: The SecretariatNational Coalition of Human Rights Defenders of Kenya (NCHRD-K)P.O. Box 26309 – 00100 GPO, Nairobi.

Apply via :

info@defenderscoalition.org

November 2, 2024
ICT Intern Project Officer, Youth Social & Economic Empowerment (YSEE) Project Country Programmes Officer

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As An ICT Intern you will be Providing 1st level support and solutions to day to day technical issues and challenges. Sensitize users on important routines in ICT.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide on call 1st level technical support to Staff, Faculty and Students as raised in the Ticket management system and related channels used for support requests such as telephone extensions. Unresolved issues to be escalated to supervisor where necessary. Document technical Problems and Solutions on the knowledgebase system as guided by supervisor
Provide on call 1st level support to Faculty and Students on the available academics systems. Unresolved issues to be escalated to supervisor where necessary
Setup new user accounts for staff, students and faculty as instructed by the responsible office or supervisor
Prepare weekly reports to document status and progress of activities/tasks. Report should also include completed tasks. Set meaningful quarter and yearly objectives as guided by the department objectives.
Maintain a positive and professional relationship among affiliate companies to leverage on the synergies available related to professional work
Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Minimum requirements:
Education and Experience:

Minimum Bachelors in I.T / Computer Science or any other related in that field
Certification in CCNA, N+ , A+ or related certificates will be added advantage
Extensive knowledge of ICT Industry and current trends

Key Skills and Personal Attributes

Excellent Communication skills
Ability to solve technical problems or provide guidance on the appropriate solution
Ability to work under minimum supervision
Attention to details
Eager to learn
Time conscious

An absolute commitment to upholding the College Values. In particular, commitment:

To prioritize the needs of Faculty, Staff & Students
To act with integrity, authenticity & respect at all times
To secure continuous improvement and excellence

Closing Date: 22nd August2023

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Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

Apply via :

November 2, 2024
ICT Intern Communications Intern Finance Intern

The Programmes Intern will be responsible for:

Actively participating in the implementation of the Defenders Coalition activities under the direction and supervision of the Programme Officers.
Conducting monitoring, documentation and research in the various Defenders Coalition’s programme areas.
Assisting in logistical planning for meetings and trainings
Assisting in communication of the Defenders Coalition to partners via various platforms.
Representing Defenders Coalition in meetings and partner activities
Preparing timely reports as per stated guideline.
Monitoring and documenting cases or incidences of violations of human rights defenders‘ rights.
Assisting in administrative functions as will be assigned
Participating in fundraising efforts together with programme staff.
Any other relevant duty as may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in relevant Social Sciences from a recognized University
Demonstrate commitment to and interest in human rights and human rights defenders issues/work.
High analytical skills and ability to conduct documentation and research.
Demonstrate understanding of national, regional and international framework for the protection of HRDs.
Demonstrated knowledge in designing and executing communication interventions on governance and human rights issues.
Hands on experience in IT skills including working with website updates and social media.
Ability to draft documents including reports, policy briefs, concept notes.
Excellent communication and organizational skills: verbal, writing and presentation skills;

The Applicant should possess the following attributes:

Strong attention to detail
Proactive problem-solving skills
Self-motivation and ability to work independently, in a team and under pressure
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Ability to be a team player and perform exemplary well with minimal supervision.

Duration of internship:

The engagement shall be for a period of three (3) months with possibility of extension.

Remuneration:

Defenders Coalition will provide a stipend for the duration of the internship.

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Application deadline:The application deadline is 20th August 2023.How to apply:This is a great opportunity for learning. It will provide opportunities of delving deep into the human rights and civil society sector in Kenya and the region.Interested candidates are required to submit an application for consideration by sending their resume including three (3) contacts of referees and a brief covering letter highlighting your key skills and your availability to info@defenderscoalition.org indicating on the subject line “APPLICATION FOR INTERNSHIP”The Cover letter should be addressed to: The SecretariatNational Coalition of Human Rights Defenders of Kenya (NCHRD-K)P.O. Box 26309 – 00100 GPO, Nairobi.

Apply via :

info@defenderscoalition.org

November 2, 2024
Software Engineer – Internship Technical Assistant Centre Engineer (TAC Engineer)

Job Objective

Design, develop, maintain, test, and deploy software applications that enrich, extend or scale the company’s Business & Operational Support Systems.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Collaborate with stakeholders to identify, capture and analyze user requirements and specifications and translate them into business requirements
Work with team members to design system architecture and develop algorithms and flowcharts
Develop innovative, creative, high quality and intuitive software solutions that meets and exceeds the needs of the company
Continually improve the codebase with clean and efficient code that adheres to the internal coding standards, development processes and design best practices
Collaborate with team members to improve the performance, efficiency and scalability of existing systems
Integrate existing software components with third-party programs
Troubleshoot and debug issues quickly and efficiently to ensure a productive workplace
Analysing and testing software applications and programs before formal launch Creation of clear technical specification documentation for purposes of reference and reporting
Compiling and assessing user feedback to recommend software products and improve system performance
Collaborate with team members to schedule, plan, control and implement the software release process, windows and cycles
Report in weekly scrums on progress towards tasks, milestones status and barriers needing attention

Minimum Qualifications:

BSc. Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent

Experience & Skills:

Strong passion for software development and eagerness to learn
Solid understanding of programming concepts and principles
Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g. Java, Python, JavaScript)
Familiarity with software development frameworks and libraries
Knowledge of web technologies
Knowledge of No/SQL Databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis)
Familiarity with API technologies (REST, gRPC, GraphQL, SOAP)
Understanding of CI/CD and code versioning tools is a plus
Hands-on experience working on real-world software projects

Attributes

Client focused, relationship builder
Integrity, honest with high ethical standards
Boundless, passionate, and flexible
Personal excellence, accuracy, and attention to detail
Collaborative, achieve results through teamwork and partnerships
Strong analytical skills and able to collate and interpret data from various source
Excellent English language communicator with a natural aptitude for dealing with people
Excellent network diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Efficient time management and task prioritization
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

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Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their updated CV including three referees. Deadline for application is 25th August 2023. Applications should be sent to applications@wiocc.net indicating the job position in the subject line.

Apply via :

applications@wiocc.net

November 2, 2024
Software Developer Intern

Reports to who: Senior Software Developer

Softclans Technologies Ltd is seeking to recruit a creative System Developer intern who can work with our software development team to achieve the company’s business goals with the responsibility of coding, innovative design and project management. We are looking for applicants familiar with PHP, JavaScript, Laravel, Postgres, and other common programming languages.

In this role, the intern will collaborate with other developers and engineers to design, build and maintain software applications, writing and debugging code. The successful candidate should be comfortable using other common frameworks to develop software for various platforms.

Responsibilities

Write clean, efficient code using best practices and design patterns.
Develop comprehensive application testing procedures.
Collaborate with senior developers and team members to solve complex technical problems and develop innovative solutions.
Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to other team members.
Write clear and concise technical documentation.
Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and share knowledge and best practices with the team.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
Have some working knowledge in JavaScript, PostgreSQL, PHP, Laravel, React
Be knowledgeable in Object oriented programming and web application development
Knowledge of HTML, CSS, REST/SOAP messaging protocols, object-oriented programming concepts and relational databases.
A solid understanding of how web applications work including security, session management, and best development practices
Be a creative thinker and be self-driven
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Interested candidates to submit their cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae to careers@softclans.co.ke and state the position applied for in the subject of the email to reach us on or before 11th August 2023.

Apply via :

careers@softclans.co.ke

November 2, 2024
Intern, Information Systems

Job purpose

The Intern, Information Systems will be responsible for technical support of key Information Systems, which drive Evidence Action’s operations and expansion. The Intern will primarily focus on delivering solutions and supporting information for Evidence Action’s programs ensuring high availability and accessibility of critical operational services for teams. This will happen through platforms and technical implementations that aim to streamline workflows and deliver important data indicators. In addition, the Intern will provide support to the Associate, Information Systems and the broader Data Learning and Analytics team on all requests delivered.

Duties and responsibilities

Application development and support (30%-40%)

Develop and manage application solutions that help meet user needs, help manage data interoperability and support process and data improvement with the view of program needs.

Assess and document user requirements and translate them into detailed product requirements
Create relevant back-end objects during the entire application development lifecycle
Collaborate with other developers and program team users to innovate new features and enhancements to existing components that comply with program workflow.
Conduct pilot testing of applications created and technical research on new system features to provide recommendations for streamlining program use cases.
Contribute to the development of documentation of user manuals, system updates, feature trackers, and design documentation.
Support development and maintenance of DHIS2 application(s) used by programs within the East and Southern Africa sub-region implemented as the central platform for project planning, reporting, analysis, and dissemination of information with internal and external stakeholders.

Data Management and Reporting (20%)

Support the existing and additional reporting mechanisms for data contained in DHIS2 and other platforms through dashboards, pivot tables, charts, data exports and any other form as needed.

On request and on an ad-hoc basis, in collaboration with other MLE teams, support the cleaning, analysis and reporting of program and system data
Automate data exports for various program reports including but not limited to operational and program workflows to ease the integration with PowerBi and RShiny Server.
Work closely with MLE data management teams to ensure consistency and clear definition of data across PostgreSQL and SQL database tables and troubleshoot challenges with the data.
Carry out regular data back-ups and syncs to ensure the safety and integrity of data.

Information Systems maintenance and support (10%-15%)

Upon program request and as part of routine IS operations, perform support and maintenance of existing systems and contribute to workflows in all the ways called upon.

Maintain and test Information Systems to ensure proper function as per program request; regularly monitor information system equipment for errors and stoppages for corrective action and solutions.
Implement necessary and/or request development changes as per program requirements.
Assess the uptake of system modules and features taking up a user-focused development approach in order to maximize use of client systems and data assets.
Actively participate in the identification, evaluation, and testing of new technologies and contribute to the innovation of systems and workflows.

Requirements
Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or any related field from a recognized university.
Knowledge and experience with DHIS2 development and maintenance are preferred.
Knowledge of statistical software packages such as Stata, R, SPSS, SAS etc and PowerBI/R tools for Visualization.
Knowledge in database design and development using relational database management systems including MySQL and PostgreSQL is an advantage.
Demonstrated knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for web application development and Java for mobile applications is a plus.
Experience with Git or other version control systems.
A strong understanding of web performance in complex user interfaces
Experience or knowledge of design disciplines and processes such as client-server solution architecture, MVC models or OOP using PHP, Java and other technologies.
Experience with project management as it relates to the development and implementation of large/complex integrated information systems.
Working experience providing direct support to end users in a dynamic Information Systems-related position is an added advantage.
Experience working in and supporting project teams, including users in other countries is preferred.
Github repository of previous and current projects is preferred.

Required Skills and Attributes

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to be innovative.
Strong Data Management Skills
Attention to detail and ability to keep tight timelines and ensure that tasks are delivered according to expectations.
Service/Client-oriented and ability to work well in a cross-cultural and geographically dispersed team.
Strong self-motivation and ability to work vigilantly under minimum supervision.
Ability to communicate professionally both in written and spoken English.
Flexible mindset and a positive attitude to work in a fast-changing environment.
Flexibility and willingness to travel to field offices when the need arises.

Apply via :

apply.workable.com

November 1, 2024