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Organization: Path
Country: Kenya
Field location: Homa Bay
Office: PATH Homa Bay, Kenya
PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing heath challenges.
Start Date: January 2nd ,2023.
Duration: Six (6) months Internship
location: Homabay and Kisumu
Estimated number of hours per week: 40Hrs.
Will the intern be receiving a stipend: Yes
Will the intern travel? (Local or international): Yes (Local)
PATH Kenya works to accelerate health equity by bringing together public institutions, businesses, social enterprises, and investors to solve the most pressing health challenges. PATH Kenya implements innovative, sustainable health solutions that align with the country’s needs and priorities, empowering millions of Kenyans to transform their own health.
PATH Kenya is the lead implementing Partner for the USAID Nuru Ya Mtoto which is a USAID project funded by PEPFAR. The project’s focus is to increase use of high-quality, county-led health and social services, prevent new HIV infections, and reduce OVC and AGYW vulnerability. The project is implemented at the county level, in the community and health facilities in the counties of Homa Bay, Migori, Nyamira, Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga and Kisii, in close collaboration with and support of county health management teams, department of children and social services and the Ministry of Health of Kenya.
Description of the learning objectives and goals of the internship
This internship is designed to provide a practical work experience to students or recent graduates in Procurement & Supplies Management or a related field. The intern will work together with the Procurement team in fulfilling the day-to-day duties of the department.
Proposed activities for the internship
The Procurement Intern will have the opportunity to learn and work on how to:
Facilitate filing of contract documentations, and ensure completeness of files per their respective checklist
Assist in the preparation of reports, solicitation documents and contracts
Assist in bid evaluation and price/quotations comparison analysis.
Assist in the receipt, verification and acceptance of goods and services procured.
Perform other duties as assigned by team.
Benefit to intern
To help the intern gain valuable experience to aid in transitioning into the workforce
To encourage the intern to apply the skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to realistic situations professionals face.
Equip intern with a variety of skills to help find a successful career in Procurement & Supplies Management
Description of skills and experience the intern should have
Undergraduate Degree qualification in Purchasing & Supplies Management or its equivalent.
Recent/Fresh graduates (at most 2 years post-graduation exposure)
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Ms. Office applications especially word and excel.
Drive to be a self-starter.
Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize
How will performance be evaluated?
The Intern will be evaluated based on outcomes of the assigned activities as well as on feedback from colleagues.
Candidates must have legal authorization to work in Kenya.
*PATH has become aware of scams involving false job offers. *
Please be advised:
PATH will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.
All active jobs are advertised directly on our career’s page.
Official PATH emails will always arrive from an @path.org or @silkroad.com address.
Please report any suspicious communications to careersitehelp@path.org .
PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.
PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment.
PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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