Internship | Job Vacancies at The Green Belt Movement

The Green Belt Movement is a non-governmental organization founded in Kenya in 1977 by Professor Wangari Maathai. The Movement’s work focuses on conserving the environment by empowering rural women and communities through environmental education, supporting conservation and climate change mitigation activities in Kenya, and creating livelihood safety-nets at household level.

Administration and Front Office Intern at the Green Belt Movement

The Green Belt Movement (GBM) seeks a motivated, organized and customer-oriented Administration & Front Office Intern to support the organization’s day-to-day administrative operations and ensure a professional, welcoming and efficient front office environment.

The internship offers an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in office administration, customer service, records management and organizational coordination. The successful candidate will support front office operations, manage correspondence and documentation, coordinate meetings and appointments and provide general administrative assistance while developing essential professional and organizational skills.

Click HERE to view the full Job Description.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents to jobs@greenbeltmovement.org, with the subject line “Administration & Front Office Intern”, by Friday, 23rd October 2026, at 5:00 PM (EAT):

A Cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.
An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining relevant qualifications and experience.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Green Belt Movement is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

📢The Green Belt Movement is HIRING | Communications and Advocacy Intern

Are you passionate about environmental conservation, strategic communications and advocacy?

The Green Belt Movement is looking for a Communications and Advocacy Intern to join our team and support our public messaging, digital engagement, media relations, campaigns and coalition initiatives.

How to Apply

Send the following to jobs@greenbeltmovement.org with the subject line "Communications and Advocacy Intern application" by Tuesday, 4th August 2026:

✅ Cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role

✅ Detailed Curriculum Vitae

✅ Contact details of at least three professional referees

⚠️ Please do not attach copies of your certificates.

📄 To view the complete Terms of Reference (TOR), visit: Join Us - Green Belt Movement

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and suitable candidates may be contacted before the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Green Belt Movement is HIRING: ICT CONSULTANT 🌿

Are you a skilled ICT professional with experience in managing and supporting organizational IT systems and infrastructure?

The Green Belt Movement is seeking a qualified and experienced ICT Consultant to provide ongoing technical support and management of our information technology systems. The successful consultant will help ensure that our ICT environment remains secure, efficient, reliable and responsive to the needs of our staff and operations.

Key Application Requirements

- Cover letter demonstrating suitability for the assignment

- Detailed CV outlining relevant experience

- Contact details of at least three professional referees

Deadline: 26th June 2026, EOD.

Submit your application to: jobs@greenbeltmovement.org

Subject Line: ICT Consultant Application

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and suitable candidates may be contacted before the closing date. The recruitment process will remain open until the position is filled.

⚠️ Do not include copies of your certificates. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To view the full Terms of Reference (TOR), click here: https://lnkd.in/dinYzJ5s

HIRING | Senior Human Resource & Administration Officer at The Green Belt Movement (GBM0

The Green Belt Movement (GBM) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Human Resource & Administration Officer to lead and manage the organization’s human resources and administrative functions, ensuring operational efficiency, compliance with Kenyan labour laws, and alignment with organizational strategy and values.

How to Apply

Submit your cover letter and CV in one document outlining your suitability for the role to jobs@greenbeltmovement.org by EOD 26th June 2026.

Subject Line: Senior HR and Administration Officer Application

⚠️ Please do not include copies of your certificates.

⚠️ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

View the full job description and application details: https://lnkd.in/dinYzJ5s

🌿WE ARE HIRING | Senior Human Resource & Administration Officer

How to Apply

Submit your cover letter and CV in one document outlining your suitability for the role to jobs@greenbeltmovement.org by EOD 26th June 2026.

Subject Line: Senior HR and Administration Officer Application

⚠️ Please do not include copies of your certificates.

⚠️ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

View the full job description and application details: https://lnkd.in/dinYzJ5s

Communications & Advocacy Officer at The Green Belt Movement

Key Responsibilities

Advocacy & Campaigns
Lead the design and implementation of advocacy campaigns that amplify GBM’s priorities including climate justice, forest protection, biodiversity conservation, and human rights.
Coordinate campaign strategies that mobilize grassroots communities, policy makers, youth, and international allies around key policy moments (laws, policies, climate COPs, biodiversity COPs, regional forums).
Develop and implement digital campaigns (hashtags, online actions, influencer collaborations, petitions, etc.) to advance GBM’s advocacy agenda.
Support GBM’s legal and policy advocacy work, including public interest litigation, by crafting clear and persuasive communications strategies around legal victories, policy briefs, and court actions.
Build and maintain relationships with local, national, regional, and international media to secure coverage and shape narratives.
Monitor political, legal, and policy developments relevant to GBM’s advocacy work, and proactively identify communications opportunities.
Communications
Maintain and grow GBM’s website, social media, and fundraising platforms through daily monitoring, content development, and engagement.
Work with programme teams to produce blogs, reports, human-interest stories, and other advocacy-driven content.
Manage internal and external newsletters, ensuring alignment with advocacy priorities.
Archive and maintain GBM’s communications assets including press releases, clippings, videos, photos, and campaign materials.
Contribute to the development and implementation of GBM’s integrated communications and advocacy strategy and calendar.
Support the Head of Advocacy & Communications in organizing press conferences, media briefings, campaigns, and public mobilizations.
Ensure the timely production of branded and advocacy materials such as reports, toolkits, picture stories, videos, and campaign infographics.
Support the Executive Director and programme teams during fundraising and proposal development by integrating strong advocacy and communications components.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in communications, journalism, public relations, law, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in communications with a strong focus on advocacy campaigns, social justice, or environmental activism.
Proven record of developing and executing successful advocacy campaigns (local, national, or international).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; persuasive storytelling for advocacy is essential.
Demonstrated expertise in digital organizing and social media advocacy (campaign planning, community engagement, analytics, and growth).
Experience with design and layout tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.), website management, and newsletter distribution systems.
Fluency in English and Kiswahili (French or other African Union languages is an added advantage).
Strong network of media, civil society, and advocacy partners is highly desirable.
A team player and self-starter with excellent time management, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure and deliver during high-stakes advocacy moments.
Passionate about climate justice, environmental protection and human rights.
Willingness to travel locally and internationally, and work beyond normal hours when advocacy demands.

How to Apply:

Applications should be submitted via email to jobs@greenbeltmovement.org on or before Friday, 19th September 2025. Please include your CV, a cover letter highlighting your experience in advocacy campaigns, and at least two references. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.