Internship Opportunities at Kenya Red Cross Society
The Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) was founded in 1965 under the Kenya Red Cross Society Act (Chapter 256 Laws of Kenya) and officially acknowledged by the Kenyan government as a voluntary aid society working alongside public authorities. It holds the distinction of being the sole National Red Cross Society in Kenya. Internship Opportunities at Kenya Red Cross Society
Internship Opportunities
- Audiovisual Officer Intern
- Commercial Production Intern
- Multimedia Editor Intern
- Training Research Assistant Intern
- Security Officer
- Head Steward – Kitchen
Audiovisual Officer Intern
Internship Opportunities at Kenya Red Cross Society
Are you passionate about visual storytelling and content creation?
Switch Media Limited (a subsidiary of Kenya Red Cross Society) is offering an internship opportunity for a creative and driven Audiovisual Officer Intern. You’ll work closely with our production teams to capture, produce, and deliver compelling visual content for training, storytelling, and social impact.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in live and studio production.
- Operate cameras, sound, and lighting equipment.
- Support the recording and documentation of training and mentorship sessions.
Minimum Requirements:
- A diploma or degree in Film, TV, Media, Communication, or a related field
- Basic skills in camera work, lighting, and audio.
- Strong interest in production, post-production, and/or media training
- A team player with a collaborative mindset
- Available for a full-time internship of at least 3 months
What We Offer:
- Practical exposure in live and studio production, editing, and training facilitation
- Mentorship from experienced media professionals
- The chance to work on impactful, real-world projects
Commercial Production Intern
Internship Opportunities at Kenya Red Cross Society
Are you passionate about creating compelling media content that delivers real value to clients?
Switch Media Limited (a subsidiary of the Kenya Red Cross Society) is a dynamic content production and training institution committed to nurturing creative excellence and empowering youth across Africa. We are looking for a Commercial Producer Intern to join our Production & Technology team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong creative mind and a business-oriented approach to media production. As an intern, you will support the development of saleable content ideas, participate in pitch sessions, and help execute high-quality productions tailored to our commercial clients’ needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support idea generation, scripting, and concept development for client-driven productions.
- Assist in planning and executing video and multimedia content for various commercial campaigns.
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure client briefs are translated into engaging visual content.
- Participate in client meetings, shoots, and post-production reviews.
Minimum Requirements:
- Diploma or degree in Film, Media, Communication, or a related field.
- Interest in brand storytelling, marketing content, or corporate video production.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Creative mindset with attention to detail.
- Availability for a full-time internship for at least 3 months.
What We Offer:
- Practical exposure to content creation for real commercial clients.
- Hands-on experience in scripting, shooting, and post-production processes.
- Mentorship from experienced producers and client service professionals.
Multimedia Editor Intern
Internship Opportunities at Kenya Red Cross Society
Do you have an eye for detail and love bringing stories to life through filming and editing?
Switch Media Limited (a subsidiary of Kenya Red Cross Society) is seeking a Multimedia Editor Intern to support filming and post-production of audiovisual content for training, storytelling, and digital platforms. This is a great opportunity for someone eager to grow both behind the camera and in the edit suite.
Responsibilities:
- Capture high-quality footage for training, features, and digital content.
- Edit raw footage into engaging and polished video stories.
- Support post-production workflows, including color grading, sound syncing, and captioning.
- Help organize and archive digital content.
Minimum Requirements:
- Diploma or degree in Media, Communication, Film, or a related field.
- Proficiency in editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut).
- Basic filming skills including camera operation and lighting.
- Creativity, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
What We Offer:
- Hands-on experience in filming and video editing for real projects.
- Access to professional equipment and editing software.
- Mentorship from experienced editors and producers.
Training Research Assistant Intern
Internship Opportunities at Kenya Red Cross Society
Are you curious, analytical, and passionate about empowering others through learning?
Switch Media School (SMS) is a premier institution in Kenya, dedicated to bridging the skill gap in Digital Media, Communication, and Technology. Fully owned by the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) and registered by TVETA and ICM, SMS provides hands-on training for media professionals and entrepreneurs. We’re looking for a Training Researcher Assistant Intern to help shape and inform media training initiatives. Join our team to support curriculum design, learner needs analysis, and training documentation.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct research to inform training content and delivery.
- Assist in developing learning materials and training schedules.
- Support monitoring of training outcomes and learner feedback.
Minimum Requirements:
- Diploma or degree in Communication, Education, Research, or Media Studies.
- Interest in learning and development or curriculum design.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
What We Offer:
- Practical exposure in live and studio production, editing, and training facilitation
- Experience in gathering, organizing, and analyzing content for training programs.
- Involvement in planning and supporting media workshops and mentorship sessions.
- Mentorship in instructional design and research for media education.
Security Officer
Internship Opportunities at Kenya Red Cross Society
REPORTS TO: DSG Corporate Services
JOB SUMMARY:
The Security Officer will oversee related activities in safeguarding of the KRCS properties, staff at the KRCS headquarters, logistics center, Field Operations Teams, PNS operating in the country, and collaborate with the business entities security personnel to ensure a safe workplace.SCOPE OF THE ROLE:
- KRCS Complex
- Logistics Center
- CCTV Security System
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- DRO and KRO Operations Officers
- Outsourced Security Personnel
- Security Strategy Implementation: Develop and execute security strategies in alignment with KRCS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to meet operational priorities
- Supervision of Security Personnel: In collaboration with the HORs oversee contracted security guards across various sites, including camps, hospitals, and program areas.
- Risk Assessment and Management: Conduct regular security risk assessments and implement mitigation measures to address identified risks. Perform technical security duties in protection and risk reduction for KRCS staff, volunteers, field programs, PNS staff and KRCS business entities.
- Incident Response and Investigation: Respond to security and safety incidents, conduct internal investigations, and provide recommendations for corrective actions
- Training and Awareness: Facilitate security awareness activities, including briefings and training sessions for staff and volunteers. Seek to develop a culture of security awareness and monitor staff compliance
- Liaison and Coordination: Collaborate with local law enforcement agencies and other non-governmental organizations on security matters. Represent KRCS in security network meetings and ensure information from these groups is disseminated to relevant staff. Build ongoing networks for sharing security information and coordination
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain and regularly update security documents, and report on security situations to management. Ensure that all security incidents are reported in accordance with KRCS Security SOPs. Collect, analyse and disseminate security information appropriately. Maintain all required security documents, review and update them regularly and/or when needed. Conduct post incidence analysis reports as learning points to ensure that no repeat of similar incidents
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Educational Background: Degree in Security Management or a related field
- Experience: At least five years of experience in field security operations, preferably within humanitarian settings
Key Competencies
- Security Expertise: Proven knowledge in corporate or humanitarian security practices.
- Training and Investigation Skills: Experience in conducting security training and investigations
- Technical Proficiency: Computer literacy and familiarity with security management systems.
- Emergency Preparedness: Basic first aid and fire safety training
Head Steward – Kitchen
Internship Opportunities at Kenya Red Cross Society
What You Will Do At Bihc
Reporting to the Lead – Culinary, the Head Steward will be the Head of the Kitchen’s Stewarding Team, and therefore responsible for overseeing the cleanliness, hygiene Standards and organization of the all the Training Kitchens and other related areas.You will enforce the highest possible cleanliness and hygiene standards in the whole food processing facilities as well as the operating equipment.
You will ensure that all cleaning tasks are performed according to standards and that all the institutions kitchen remain a safe and efficient workspace
Scope of the role:
- Managing the BIHC Kitchen Steward Team
- Allocating workload and schedules
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervision of duties of all stewards, kitchen facilities, and operations
- Supervise the sanitation, cleanliness, hygiene as well as the quality level of products and services
- Ensure back of house areas are maintained to the highest cleanliness standards and cleaning schedules are followed and completed
- Directs and assists stewards in order to make clean up more efficient
- Assist Chefs and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed
- Check more specifically the proper use of chemicals and washing detergents
- Stock take of equipment and other items as required
- Work with all departments to ensure items that are required for service are available when needed
- Take all necessary actions to reduce breakage of China and Glass wares
- Supervise stewards ability to follow loss prevention policies to prevent accidents and control costs
11. Any other duties as may be assigned by management.
Key Skills And Personal Attributes
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
THE SKILLS AND COMPETENCES WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Key Skills and Personal Attributes
- Proven work experience as a Head Steward
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
- Management skills that help in overall management of the college kitchens
- Communication skills and professional ethics that helps promote good work relationships with colleagues and students
Education And Experience
- A Diploma in hospitality or related field with previous experiences with stewarding department within a hotel,
- Two years relevant experience leading teams in a kitchen set up
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
- A deep understanding of, commitment to and involvement in hospitality Industry
- An absolute commitment to upholding the college values in particular, commitment:
- to prioritize the needs of students
- to act with integrity, authenticity and respect at all times
- to secure continuous improvement and excellence
- to focus on coaching and developing others to reach their full potential
- demonstrated commitment to continuous personal development to improve achievement by focusing on the quality of instruction
Apply Here
- Audiovisual Officer Intern
- Commercial Production Intern
- Multimedia Editor Intern
- Training Research Assistant Intern
- Security Officer
- Head Steward – Kitchen
Submit your application by Wednesday, 14th May 2025.
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