Search for Common Ground (Search) is an international non-profit organization that promotes peaceful resolution of conflict. With headquarters in Washington, DC and Brussels, Belgium, our mission is to transform how individuals, organizations, and governments deal with conflict – away from adversarial approaches and toward cooperative solutions. We seek to help conflicting parties understand their differences and act on their commonalities. With a total of approximately 750 staff worldwide, we implement projects from 55 offices in 34 countries, including in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. The organization is an exciting and rewarding place to work, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff that loves their work.
Within Sub-Saharan Africa, Search works in 19 countries: Burundi, Chad, Central African Republic, Côte d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Guinea, Kenya, Liberia, Madagascar, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe and Somalia. SFCG began working in Kenya following the post-election violence of 2007-2008, with the production of the TV drama "The Team". Our programming seeks to promote peace and end violence, using radio programs, outreach activities, and support to local organizations. Search Kenya programming is currently working in the Coastal region in Kwale, Kilifi, Mombasa, Lamu, Garissa and Tana River Counties. Together with its implementing partners Search is implementing projects that seek to foster collaborative and inclusive community-led prevention of election-related conflicts in Coastal Kenya as well as peaceful and just societies where all enjoy freedom of religion and belief.
Internship Assignments:
Work with the Finance and Administration Department to;
Supports in logistics for organization of meetings, field activities, venues and accommodation
Initiate purchase request
Supports in photocopying, scanning and filing
Getting quotes for various procurement as required
Prepare bid analysis as required
Issue stationery to staff
Confirm stock taking for office supplies and initiate requests for replenishment
Conduct Watchlist for suppliers, consultants, participants
Remit statutory payments
Ensure cleanliness of the office
Run office errands
Supports in Pre-audit assessment
Supports in filling withholding tax for consultant payments
Follow-up on submission of original documents from Program & DME Team
Any other assignment as may be delegated
Deliverables
Adequately documented procurement documentation
Timely confirmation of logistics as required
Adequate office & kitchen supplies at all times
Timely submission of suppliers invoices to finance
Internship Terms:
For the purpose of the internship in Kenya the intern will be supervised by the Officer, Finance who will be responsible for setting task and evaluating the intern's work.
The work objectives below will be undertaken by the intern on the basis of 5 working days per week, with any days off agreed in advance with the supervisor.
The internship will be based in Garissa.
The period of the internship will last from January 2025 through June 2025.
The internship may be terminated by either side by informing the other in writing, giving 1 months notice
The prospective intern is required to have a laptop for ease of operations.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Finance and Accounting
CPA/ACCA part 1 will be an added advantage.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication with a variety of stakeholders.
Ability to maintain professionalism, creativity, and enthusiasm while working in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment with minimal supervision
Cultural sensitivity.
Spoken and written fluency in English and Swahili.
Proficiency in Somali is an added advantage
Dynamic, motivated and flexible self-starter leader with creative problem¬-solving skills
The deadline to apply isDecember 10, 2024.
Female applicants, PWDs and Residents of the BONI Counties (Lamu, Garissa and Tana River) are encouraged to apply
Interns will receive modest transport stipends in line with local pay regulations.