Kilifi is in one of the poorest and least developed districts in Kenya; the majority of the population lives on less than fifty cents per household per day. Nearly 15% of children die before their fifth birthday, and 75% of all children are chronically malnourished. Considering that the universal measure for extreme poverty is living on one dollar per individual per day, great poverty is clearly prevalent in Kilifi.

Kilifi is sparsely populated with farmers. In more fertile parts of Africa, poor farmers generally tend 1-3 acres. In Kilifi, because the environment is so poor, the poorest people often have 5 to 20+ acres, having to do much more physical labour in hopes of obtaining the same yields.  Millions of African families struggle to survive by farming traditional food crops that are ill-suited to their dry semi-arid environments. With inadequate food yields and no cash income, these poor rural families are unable to attain their basic human rights in order to lead a secure and prosperous life.

Our partner unlocks the potential of high-value agricultural opportunities for rural families in absolute poverty.  In doing so, hardworking rural families have the opportunity to generate unprecedented income. Poor families benefited from small loans, education, and support for their entry into new markets. Economic and social development are intertwined; the ability to earn life-changing levels of income enables farmers to attain basic human rights and live prosperously. In Kenya you can pursue an internship abroad and directly help to create sustainable livelihoods.

Positions Available for this Program

Photo & Video Analyst

As a Media & Video Analyst, you will create documentary videos and photo content highlighting successful development activities enabling rural poor to lift themselves out of poverty.

Position Type:
Intern

Duration:
1 month +

When:
Ongoing

Language:
English, knowledge of Swahili considered an asset

Who:
This is an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain experience and build a portfolio of international projects. It is ideal for someone with patience, a sense of humour, and a passion for creating compelling video and photo content that highlights major social and environmental issues.

Description of Activities:

• Produce and edit short documentary videos on-location in Coastal Kenya

• Photograph current field work that is underway

• Organize all photo documentation into a presentable format

To Apply:

• Complete online application

• Submit resume to admin@thehumanityexchange.org

• Successfully complete interview

• Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a work sample for recruiting team to review.  This would highlight your ability to perform well in this role, and could include a portfolio of photography or short video.

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Organizational Development Analyst

As an Organization Development Analyst, you will support the director, managers and associates in developing internal systems to build HR capacity, finance and administration as we continue to grow. You will be challenged not only to develop these systems, but also to train local staff on how to implement them. 

Position Type:
Intern

Duration:
3 months +

When:
Ongoing

Language:
English, knowledge of Swahili considered an asset

Who:
Early career HR professional with top performing undergraduate or graduate background.

Description of Activities:

• Assist your supervisor manage budgeting, administrative systems, organization policy, compensation and benefits, and recruiting.

• Develop comprehensive training materials for new staff inclusive of cultural context and monthly team building programming

To Apply:

• Complete online application

• Submit resume to admin@thehumanityexchange.org

• Successfully complete interview

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Fundraising & Communications Analyst

In this role you will be a part of the team managing all external relations and outreach activities to attract funding critical to success and to raise awareness of a unique, transformational business model. The goal of the team is to gain as much visibility and support as possible to ensure the expansion of operations and the execution of mission and impact.  

Position Type:
Intern

Duration:
3 months +

When:
Ongoing

Language:
English, knowledge of Swahili considered an asset

Who:
Early career professional with top performing undergraduate or graduate background, who has excellent written communication skills including an outstanding command of the English language

Description of Activities:

• Research and write grant proposals

• Identify ways to expand the number of individuals donating online

• Manage and create informational materials

• Support the design and content of website

• Create new informational materials and manage existing ones

• Implement new communications initiatives (press releases, quarterly email newsletters, etc.)

To Apply:

• Complete online application

• Submit resume to admin@thehumanityexchange.org

• Successfully complete interview