The Council of Governors is composed of the Governors of the forty-seven counties and its main functions are the promotion of visionary leadership; sharing of best practices and; offer a collective voice on policy issues; promote inter - county consultations; encourage and initiate information sharing on the performance of County Governments with regard to the execution of their functions; collective consultation on matters of interest to County Governments.Objective of the Assignment To support the Council of Governors’ Blue Economy Committee in coordinating inter-county priorities, strengthening policy advocacy, and enhancing implementation and tracking of devolved sector functions. Scope of Work / Duties and Responsibilities The intern will work under the supervision of the Principal Program Officer and will undertake the following tasks: 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 from time to time. Duration of the Internship The internship will be for a duration of six (6) months with possible extension for another six months owing to performance of the intern and availability of funds. Qualifications and Competencies 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.