Community Development Intern
About this opportunity
Internship in Community Development based in Makindu, Kenya. Open applications for the role.
The Community Development Intern at Water Mission Waterworks LTD is an unpaid, one-year non-renewable internship based in Makindu, Kenya, focused on water supply and community engagement. The role supports Safe Water Committees, monitors water connections, and collaborates with technical and community teams to expand water infrastructure. The internship covers field expenses but does not provide a stipend or salary. The position emphasizes faith alignment, integrity, and professional growth within a biblical worldview organization. Applicants must have a recent undergraduate degree in a related field and strong communication and fieldwork skills. This opportunity aligns with Shortlist Futures’ mission to support youth and women in Africa through impactful work experience in climate and clean energy sectors.
Key details
KenyaWhat you get
- Covered **field expenses** (travel, accommodation, and local costs during site visits)
- Opportunity to engage in **community mobilization, WASH promotion, and stakeholder engagement**
- Experience in **field assessments, documentation, and project reporting**
- Alignment with **biblical worldview and professional growth** in water infrastructure projects
Documents needed
- Letter of completion from the university (if awaiting graduation in 2026)
- Statement of Faith alignment (implied but not explicitly named as a document)
How to apply
- Submit an application through the **Shortlist job board** or Water Mission’s official portal
- Include a **resume highlighting relevant education, skills, and fieldwork experience**
- Provide evidence of **faith alignment** (e.g., personal testimony or faith-based references if required)
- Confirm willingness to travel for fieldwork and complete required documentation
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