Intern - Blue Economy Committee

Duties and Responsibilities

• Consolidate and prepare county position briefs on agriculture, livestock, and Blue Economy issues.
• Conduct policy analysis and support development of CoG submissions on national legislation, policies, and regulations.
• Prepare Committee meeting documentation, including agendas, minutes, resolutions, and action trackers.
• Track and compile implementation progress of key programmes (e.g., KEMSFED, NAVCDP, FSRP, and other sector initiatives) across counties.
• Support coordination of stakeholder engagements, including intergovernmental consultations and partner meetings.
• Document and develop knowledge products such as case studies, best practices, and county success stories.
• Organize and maintain a structured repository/database of sector documents, data, and county submissions.
• Undertake research to inform preparation of briefs, opinion pieces, presentations, and talking points for the Committee.
• Assist in logistical and administrative arrangements for Committee meetings, workshops, and field activities.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree in Fisheries and Aquaculture Management, Coastal and Marine Resources Management or Agriculture Resource Management, Natural Resource Management.
• Demonstrate interest or exposure to agriculture, livestock, Blue Economy, or devolution.
• Experience in research, data analysis, or report writing is an added advantage.
• Knowledge and understanding of government related processes especially within the context of Devolution.
• Outstanding interpersonal, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to follow deadlines, accuracy and attention to detail.
• A high level of computer literacy and proficient in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

How to Apply

Interested persons should send their CV with names and addresses of three referees and a Cover Letter ONLY to hrcog@cog.go.ke on or before Friday 8th May 2026. Please indicate the name of the position you are applying for in the email subject line.