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Department: Programs
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: Internship (Three months)
Reports to: Program Manager – We Can Work
Effective From: As soon as possible
About Light for the World
Light for the World sparks lasting change on disability rights and eye health. We believe in a world where people with eye conditions and disabilities can fully exercise their rights to health, education, work, and protection in emergencies. Over the last three decades, Light for the World has contributed to improving eye health systems and amplifying the voices of people with disabilities.
Our programmes include:
- Eye Health – preventing blindness and promoting eye health for all.
- Inclusive Education – ensuring children with disabilities receive quality, inclusive education.
- Inclusive Economic Empowerment – ensuring that barriers are removed for men and women with disabilities to access decent work.
In Kenya, Light for the World promotes the socioeconomic inclusion of people with disabilities. We focus on empowering people with disabilities by helping them build skills and access opportunities for growth. At the same time, we influence systemic changes to ensure people with disabilities thrive in inclusive environments. Our dual approach emphasizes on the empowerment of people with disabilities alongside broader social transformation.
Through our flagship program, We Can Work (WCW) we aim to impact the lives of over 1 million young women and men with disabilities by enabling access to dignified and fulfilling work.
Position Overview
The WCW Program Intern will support the implementation and coordination of activities within the We Can Work Academy. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in program planning, logistics coordination, data management, and disability-inclusive development. The intern will work closely with the WCW Program Officer and other key partners to ensure successful delivery of the academy tracks.
Key Responsibilities
1. Program Support & Coordination
- Assist in coordinating academy logistics, including venue setup, materials preparation, and reasonable accommodation for participants with disabilities.
- Support the tracking of participant attendance, feedback, and engagement.
- Support coordinate sessions with trainers, partners, and disability inclusion advisors.
- Support engagement activities with alumni and community stakeholders.
2. Documentation & Reporting
- Help maintain accurate records of program activities, including meeting minutes, attendance lists, reimbursement lists and case studies.
- Support the preparation of internal reports and updates to be submitted to the Program Officer and MERLA team.
- Assist in taking photos, collecting testimonials, and drafting stories of change from participants (with consent).
3. Monitoring & Evaluation
- Assist in collecting pre- and post-assessment data from participants.
- Support data entry and help maintain an up-to-date participant database.
- Follow up with participants to ensure ongoing engagement and address challenges in a timely manner.
4. Partnership & Communication
- Liaise with implementing partners, training organizations, and service providers as needed.
- Help coordinate communication with participants, caregivers, and community stakeholders.
- Attend meetings and events representing the WCW team as required.
Learning Opportunities
- Gain practical experience in inclusive development and program coordination.
- Learn how to engage with diverse stakeholders including youth with disabilities, NGOs, and government representatives.
- Develop skills in project documentation, communication, and teamwork.
- Understand the application of reasonable accommodation and assistive technologies in inclusive programming.
Qualifications and Skills
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Education, or a related field.
- Strong interest in disability inclusion, youth empowerment, and community development.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage time effectively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Experience in volunteering, student leadership, or community-based work is an added advantage.
Other Requirements
- Willingness to travel locally when necessary.
- Commitment to Light for the World’s mission and values, especially around inclusion and dignity.
How to apply
Benefits:
This is your chance to drive meaningful change with an internationally recognized development organization, while expanding your professional skills and experience.
Join a motivated, diverse, and professional team committed to continuous growth and innovation. We value participatory leadership, where your ideas and expertise will shape our collective success.
Experience a warm, dynamic, and inclusive work environment where everyone’s contributions are valued, and collaboration is at the heart of our mission.
We look forward to receiving your application no later than 16th May 2025. Please apply using: We Can Work Program Intern. A complete CV, Cover Letter are important elements of the application process. Let us know why you want to join our team and why you feel you are good fit.
Light for the World is an Equal Opportunity Employer that highly values diversity and inclusion in our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from candidates with disabilities.
