Job Title: Program Intern
Hiring
Organization: Westerwelle Foundation
Location
– Locality: Mombasa
Location
– Region: Kenya
Industry: NGO
Job
Type: Full Time
Salary: KES
Date
Posted: 08/05/2025
Overview
We are
looking for a highly motivated Program Intern to support the implementation of
entrepreneurship support programs at Westerwelle Startup Haus Mombasa. The
intern will work closely with the Program Manager to ensure all aspects of our
programs from workshops to demo days run smoothly. This position offers a
hands-on opportunity to grow into a Program Coordinator role.
Key Responsibilities
Program
Implementation & Coordination
- Support the Program Manager in organizing and
coordinating workshops, trainings, and program events.
- Assist with logistics for program sessions,
including venue setup, material preparation, participant communication,
and attendance tracking.
- Follow up with startups and ensure timely
collection of surveys, reports, and participant feedback.
- Coordinate with vendors (caterers, trainers,
facilitators, etc.) to ensure seamless execution of activities.
- Support with some clerical tasks and assist with
reception duties as needed.
- Maintain program documentation and ensure files
are updated and organized.
Monitoring
& Administration
- Track and document participant attendance
accurately for all sessions.
- Ensure proper filing of attendance records and
participant documentation.
- Support with basic data collection and entry for
program monitoring and reporting.
- Maintain detailed tracking of program schedules
and timelines.
- Draft summaries or notes after program sessions.
- Ensure all program-related promotional materials
are stored correctly and are accessible for reporting and communication
purposes.
Ecosystem
Engagement & Startups
- Serve as a point of contact for program
participants during sessions and events.
- Build rapport with entrepreneurs and ensure
their experience in the program is supportive and enriching.
- Conduct research on relevant startup resources
and opportunities.
Additional
Administrative Support
- When needed, assist in reception duties, such as
welcoming visitors and giving space tours.
- Provide ad hoc support to the community and
marketing teams, including basic event setup or communications.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration,
Entrepreneurship, Project Management, Information Technology, or any other
related field in the business space.
- At least 6 months to 1 year of experience
working or interning in program support, ideally within the startup or NGO
ecosystem.
- Experience with training programs,
acceleration/incubation programs, or youth development initiatives is an
added advantage.
- Familiarity with administrative processes,
logistics, or startup engagement is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
in English and Swahili.
- Proficiency with MS Office tools (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint); or other workflow tools is a bonus.
Skills
and Competencies
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational
skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced,
entrepreneurial environment.
- Friendly, professional, and proactive in
communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to multitask and handle time-sensitive
coordination duties.
- Open to learning and growing into a more senior
role over time.
Personal
Attributes
- High level of integrity and accountability, with
a strong commitment to organizational values.
- Passionate about entrepreneurship and
innovation.
- Willingness to work collaboratively and support
others.
- Demonstrates initiative, reliability, and a
positive, solution-oriented attitude.
How to Apply
