Terms of Reference (TOR)

 Date last updated:  

28 October 2026

Validated by:

To be used for the period of the ASSIGNMENTS only

ASSIGNMENT TYPE (select one only)

Department

Program

Job Category

Internship

Reporting To:

Nutrition Officer

Technical Reference

Program Manager / Project Officer

Location

Isiolo, Samburu, West Pokot, Tana River

Gap Filling

N/A

Duration

Start Date: 1^st November 2026

End Date:

TBC

RATIONALE for ASSIGNMENT

Purpose:

The Nutrition Intern will support the implementation of Nutrition interventions in Samburu County. The internship offers practical, hands-on experience in program implementation, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), community engagement, accountability mechanisms, and documentation of project activities. The intern will work closely with the Program Manager and field teams to enhance quality service delivery, data management, and reporting.

Engagement:

Support Action Against Hunger’s participation in Nutrition coordination forums at County and sub-county level, and collaborate with other implementing partners, INGOs, UN bodies and the local communities to ensure successful implementation and smooth running of the projects. Contribute to successful implementation of Nutrition interventions in target areas in line with international and national accepted standards, ACF and national technical guidelines, and donor requirements.

Delivery:

The Nutrition Intern will work under the guidance of the Nutrition Officer in supporting the design, adoption and promotion of Nutrition activities at the community level.

Essential Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Nutrition Officer and Program Manager the intern will:

• Assist in organizing and participating in nutrition outreaches, community mobilization initiatives, and stakeholder engagement meetings.
• Support coordination with Community Health Promoters (CHPs), Community Health Assistants (CHAs), and SB/County Health Teams.
• Support planning and implementation of community mobilization activities
• Meet with local leaders and community elders to communicate the details of the overall Action Against Hunger program objectives and specific Nutrition program objectives.
• Assist in data collection, verification, and entry using approved tools, including digital platforms such as Kobo Collect.
• Compile progress reports on a timely basis in liaison with other program staff, including the Weekly SitRep, Monthly reports (APRs and MNRs) and quarterly reports.
• To verify that all reports and data submitted to Action Against Hunger by CHPs are accurate and completed. Ensure all team members have the knowledge and resources for field based educational work
• Contribute to routine monitoring activities and support field supervision visits.
• Prepare monitoring summaries and assist in documenting lessons learned and best practices.
• Support the documentation of success stories, case studies, and field experiences for reporting and knowledge management purposes.

Reporting and Supervision:

The intern will report directly to the Nutrition Officer under the overall supervision of the Program Manager.

Payment Terms

Payments will be entitled to a daily rate of KES 1,500/- subjected to statutory deductions as per legal requirements.

Contract Duration timeliness: Six (6) months

Confidentiality, Safeguarding and Professional Conduct

• All personnel must maintain confidentiality, neutrality, and the highest standards of professional conduct in the performance of their duties. Personnel are required to comply with all organizational policies, including safeguarding, PSEA, and risk management guidelines of Action Against Hunger. Any breach of confidentiality, misconduct, or negligence may result in disciplinary action, including termination of the contract. Staff must act with integrity and ensure that their actions do not place beneficiaries, communities or the organization at risk.

JOB QUALIFICATION & REQUIREMENT

Requirements

• Required Qualifications and Professional Experience
• Bachalor Degree or Diploma graduate in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, Public Health, Sociology, Social Work.
• Prior volunteer or internship experience in nutrition, health, or community-based programming is an added advantage.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be familiar with area of operations or a residing from County apply for.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with online data collection tools (e.g., Kobo Collect) is an added advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic data analysis and report-writing skills.
• Demonstrated integrity and commitment to humanitarian principles

 Application Process:

All candidates should apply here:... The position is open on a rolling basis and closes immediately the potential candidate is identified. Action Against Hunger- provides all staff with an attractive salary & benefits package. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees & qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, ancestry, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Action Against Hunger-complies with all applicable laws governing non-discrimination in employment