Save the Children Humanitarian Trainee Scheme Career Opportunities in Nairobi Kenya

Humanitarian Trainee Scheme – Kenya (1352)

Directorate: Global Programmes

Department: Humanitarian

Team: Capacity Building & Preparedness

Location: Nairobi

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Full / Part Time: Full-time

Contract Duration: 1 Year

Closing Date: 4 March 2015

Are you passionate about Humanitarian work but have limited experience in the Humanitarian Sector? 

Save the Children is glad to invite applications for the Humanitarian Trainee Scheme.

The

Humanitarian Trainee Scheme is a one year placement with an NGO that

offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in humanitarian

operations.

This

programme combines structured training with coached field deployments

which equip individuals to effectively contribute to humanitarian

programmes.

About the Scheme: A one year entry level

programme targeting individuals with little experience in the

humanitarian sector. The scheme is aimed at people who are resilient,

capable and enthusiastic who already have some experience of

humanitarian-related work but need more professional experience in order

to pursue a long-term humanitarian career.

During your

traineeship you are required to pass three modules. These modules

include face-to-face classroom learning, simulation training, distance

learning and personal reflection as well as intensive academic study and

the submission of written assignments in English. 

The

programme enables participants to develop the behaviour, skills and

knowledge required to operate safely and effectively in humanitarian

contexts with a particular focus on working as part of a humanitarian

team.

Successful applicants must be prepared to commit themselves

to the full course; including the distance learning component and

compulsory assignments.

Requirements:

• A first degree from a recognized
  
  university, in a field relevant to the humanitarian sector. Those with
  
  qualifications in Logistics & Supply Chain Management,
  
  Nutrition, Disaster & Risk Management, Water Sanitation and
  
  Hygiene (WASH), are particularly encouraged to apply.


• Between 6 months and 1 year (maximum) experience as an employee, volunteer or intern in development or humanitarian work.


• Fluency in written and spoken English.


• A willingness to live and work in a remote field location.


• Demonstrated interest and a commitment to a long-term career in the humanitarian sector.


• Kenyan nationality.

How to Apply

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 4th March by midnight. 

However,

those who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply immediately as

completed applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.