IT Intern
Job Purpose
Supporting and developing capacity of project team in data and ICT
Data mining, analysis and development of write-ups
Data management and visualization through various maps
Media monitoring
Support enhancement of systems for monitoring and evaluation
Advisory and/ or development of digital apps especially mobile apps
Management of web content
Supporting PC hardware components, desktop operating system softwares and application softwares
Development and coding of research materials
Other tasks as may be assigned
Required qualifications and Competencies:
At least a degree in Information Technology or IT related course
Demonstrable experience in tinkering and developing IT solutions
Thorough knowledge of programming languages like java, php and python
Familiarity and expertise in use of mapping tools
Strong social awareness
Excellent research and web skills
Extremely professional, personable and of reasonably high values and integrity
Ability to transform end-user needs into technical applications
Knowledge of at least one statistical analysis package (SAS, STATA, SPSS) is an added advantage
A good understanding of how Civil Society Organizations operate is an advantage
Be able to operate most of the time in Ongata Rongai and its environs
Required attributes and skills
High ethical and integrity standards
Excellent communicator, in speech and in writing
Amiable and of pleasant personality
Ability to prioritise, and exercise good judgment
Good understanding of donor funded water and environment projects is a plus
Good grasp of the New Constitution and Devolution
Flexible, energized, innovative, and able to undertake fieldwork
Excellent Computer Proficiency is a must
If you meet these specifications, send your application and CV, with details of three referees (one of whom should be current or immediate former supervisor if you have worked before) to hr.wlrn@gmail.com on or before 30th March, 2013
(Internship will be for three months with a possibility of renewal. Those who had previously applied need not reapply).