Posted 5 days ago

Graduate Faith & Development Intern

WVI - Kenya Registration Kenya, Karen (EARO), Kenya
Onsite Full Time

Job description

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories! Key

Responsibilities

As part of the WV EAR family, the position holder promotes World Vision's Christian values through its work in teams and with people from various backgrounds. In addition, this role provides administrative support to Regional Faith and Development Senior Technical Advisor and the SPQ Director. For assigned Regional post, the Faith and Development intern be responsible for providing both spiritual formation and nourishment for both staff and organization by reinforcing WV Christian foundation, identity and witness and hence influencing both WV programming. In addition, the position also contributes to the quality of our programs through supporting the integration of the various faith and development approaches in processes and capacity enhancement of our staff and partners. The position is a key driver to the realization of WVI’s Faith and Development strategic intent in East Africa region. This internship is a 12 months’ talent incubation programme aiming to give young Christian graduates real work experience, personal, spiritual and professional development through on- job mentorship and coaching. Coordinate Staff Spiritual Formation Activities Help develop and coordinate the chapel program activities Facilitate the equipping of small group leaders for effective staff formation sessions through small groups. Facilitate availability of relevant Spiritual formation materials being careful to include areas of peace, protection, and opportunity that will influence Faith and Development Brainstorm, plan, and roll out relevant topics and areas of focus on spiritual focus that should be engaged to staff Review and analyze the relevance and value add of the materials provided to staff and how they have been utilized Attend Chapel Committee meetings Help in planning Day of Prayer for East Africa Office Be the point person on prayer updates of the Region Program Integration Help in organizing staff training for Faith and Development models such as Empowered World View. Administrative

Responsibilities

Administrative support to Regional Faith and Development Senior Technical Advisor and SPDQ Director. Coordinate and provide logistical support for F&D Regional Forums and meetings Provide support for travel bookings and logistics Coordinate and consolidate team inputs for monthly and quarterly reports Thought Leadership & Publications in area of expertise Populate, provide and develop bible study guides to be used in small groups throughout the FY Others Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned by the Regional Faith and Development Advisor and SPDQ Director. Attend and participate in devotional meetings. KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE Required Professional

Experience

Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities. Spiritual maturity; clear articulation of personal faith in Christ about how their faith informs their life and work. Possesses biblical acuity Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as negotiation skills

Experience

in developing devotional materials. Must adhere to set security standards Excellent English language skills; written and verbal. Demonstrated writing skills and working with excel spreadsheets. Innovative and the ability to think outside of the box. Team player; the ability to work as part of a diverse team to achieve the overall goal Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification Bachelor Degree, preferably in Bible and Theology, Christian

Education

or Christian Ministry Graduated in the 2 years Preferred Knowledge and

Qualifications

Knowledge of denominational aspects and other faith core beliefs. Applicant Types Accepted: Local Applicants Only World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organisation with a mission centred on following Jesus Christ in service to the world´s most vulnerable children. Therefore, in all locations to the fullest extent legally permissible, the successful applicant will affirm our core documents, observe conduct compatible with Christian principles, serve at a high level of professional ethics and strive to act in accordance with cultural sensitivities. Furthermore, regular attendance with team and office devotions, chapel and prayer gatherings are expected in line with policies in the World Vision host location and its departments. Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so. As a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Learn more about our work at wvi.org. Our organisational culture reflects a "Partnership" of World Vision offices in 100 countries and 31,000+ staff working towards one vision: life in its fullness for every child. A career with World Vision is a God-given calling, and we believe that every staff member has been brought to World Vision for God’s purposes. Whether working from home, in an office, or with children and community members, we celebrate and embrace each staff member’s diverse background and talents – knowing that together, we can make a difference. Together, #WeAreWorldVision. Learn more about our culture. Our people are our greatest asset. Each staff member brings their unique experience and God-given talents to the organisation – and in return World Vision provides employees a competitive "Total Rewards" package tailored to the context in which they work. Learn more about benefits. Have questions about applying to a job with World Vision? See our Frequently Asked Questions.