The Save the Children Fund, commonly known as Save the Children, is an international non-governmental organization that promotes children's rights, provides relief and helps support children in developing countries
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- Contents
- Open Jobs
- Safety and Security Intern
- Information Technology Intern
- Method of Application
- Job TypeContract
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldInternships / Volunteering  , Security / Intelligence 
ROLE PURPOSE:
- He/ She will provide coordination support on the safety and Security under the guidance of the Operations Coordinator.
- Reports to: Operations Coordinator.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
- Liaise with Admin Team for visitor’s tracker and ensure all visitors are booked for security briefing either prior to their travel or within 24 hours upon arrival.
- Support the Operation Coordinator in compiling routine security reports and ensure relevant databases are accurately updated at all times.
- Assist in compiling daily security information to facilitate monthly reporting and decision-making process.
- Assist in planning and preparation of field visit support.
- Update and maintain an up-to-date security/communication tree and conduct monthly tests of the security/communication tree.
- Support staff in reporting incidents in Datix
- Support Operation Coordinator during Staff training
- Support in the emergency and contingency planning documentation.
- Support the Operations Coordinator to ensure that security management in emergency response procedures are appropriately documented and shared to all staff.
- Provide back-up support to the Operations Coordinator in emergency response
- Provide feedback to field staff in response to security-related inquiries; raise inquiries with Operations Coordinator where technical support is required
- Inspect and evaluate workplace environments, equipment and practices for regulatory compliance
- Perform any other related tasks as may be assigned.
SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (Our Values in Practice)
Accountability:
- Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling SCI’s values.
- Holds the partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved
Ambition:
- Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
- Widely shares their personal vision for SCI, engages and motivates others
- Future orientated, thinks strategically.
Collaboration:
- Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters.
- Values diversity sees it as a source of competitive strength.
- Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.
Creativity:
- Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions.
- Willing to take disciplined risks.
Integrity:
- Honest, encourages openness and transparency.
- Commitment to Save the Children Values.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Criminology and security studies or other related fields
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation
- Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
- Strong results orientation and commitment
- Ability to use excel, word and outlook
- Should possess strong work ethics
- Fluency in English, both verbal and written
- Commitment to Save the Children values
- Job TypeContract
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldICT / Computer  , Internships / Volunteering 
The Role
We are seeking a passionate IT Intern to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment while supporting our critical work with children.
Responsibilities
- Technology Innovation (10%)
- Collaborate with staff to identify needs for new or improved IT systems.
- Document existing and new systems clearly and efficiently.
- Assist with implementing and troubleshooting IT innovations.
- End User / Technical Support (60%)
- Provide daily IT support to staff on computers, applications, and IT systems.
- Develop training materials and conduct training sessions on hardware and software usage.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues via email, phone, and other communication methods.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on desktops, laptops, scanners, projectors, and network equipment.
- Support IT security and data protection training.
- Assist with deployment of new systems and applications within the Nairobi office.
- IT Helpdesk (30%)
- Utilize the internal IT incident reporting system to log and manage support requests.
- Document issues raised and actions taken for resolution.
- Escalate major hardware, software, or equipment problems to vendors or technicians.
- Ensure timely resolution of support tickets within established KPIs.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum Advanced Diploma or Degree in Information Technology or a related field.
- Familiarity with User Experience (UX) Research & Design and Design Thinking Process (a plus).
- Passionate about Business Process Automation, Analytics, and/or innovation.
- Experience with one or more general-purpose programming languages.
- Basic knowledge of visualization tools like Power BI (a plus).
- Familiarity with Microsoft Platforms (SharePoint, Power Apps).
- Basic understanding of System Administration and Networking.
Method of Application
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