M-Gas Limited, a transformative leader in providing clean cooking energy through innovative technology, is seeking a proactive and digitally skilled HR Digital & Engagement Intern. This exciting opportunity is designed for a passionate individual eager to contribute to a vibrant HR ecosystem while gaining hands-on experience in digital tools, employee engagement, and internal communications.
Based in Nairobi County, Kenya, the internship presents an invaluable opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to advance their career in the fields of Human Resources, Internal Communication, and Digital Employee Experience. If you are creative, digitally fluent, and driven by the idea of enhancing employee interaction and engagement, this internship will offer the platform to apply your knowledge and grow in a purpose-driven company.
About M-Gas Limited
M-Gas Limited is a Kenyan-based energy company that revolutionizes clean cooking solutions for low-income households using smart LPG metering technology. Through a Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) model, M-Gas enables thousands of Kenyan families to access affordable and sustainable cooking gas. M-Gas continues to lead in innovation and accessibility in the energy sector, guided by its commitment to last-mile delivery, smart solutions, and customer-centered service.
Internship Overview
The HR Digital & Engagement Intern will play a crucial role in enhancing the employee experience through management of digital platforms, coordination of engagement events, and development of internal communications. Reporting to the Human Resources team, this role requires a blend of technical aptitude, creativity, and people-centric focus.
This is not your typical internship. You will not only support the digitalization of internal HR processes but also help shape the cultural experience of employees across the company. You will work cross-functionally with HR, IT, and Communications teams to support initiatives that create a connected and vibrant workplace.
Key Responsibilities
1. HR Technology & Digital Administration
As the HR Digital & Engagement Intern, you will be deeply involved in the implementation and optimization of digital tools that shape how HR interacts with employees. Your specific responsibilities in this category include:
- Management of HR Digital Tools: Oversee and maintain internal platforms such as the HR Information System (HRIS) and SharePoint-based intranet, ensuring they are functional, up-to-date, and user-friendly.
- Virtual Event Support: Plan and coordinate virtual Townhall sessions and other HR-led virtual events, managing the technical setup, platform support, and post-event feedback.
- Process Automation: Identify repetitive HR processes suitable for automation. Collaborate with IT and HR teams to streamline workflows and digitize forms, approvals, and feedback mechanisms.
- Data Analysis: Generate data from digital tools to create insights that can be used for reporting and improving employee service delivery.
This area will equip you with valuable experience in HR tech, project coordination, and analytics—critical skills for the future of work.
2. Intranet & Internal Communication
Internal communication is the heart of organizational alignment, and you will be at its helm:
- Intranet Content Management: Serve as the main administrator and content manager for the M-Gas company intranet. Keep content timely, relevant, and visually engaging. Support other teams in uploading and managing department-specific pages.
- Communication Channels: Create, curate, and disseminate internal communications including company announcements, HR newsletters, and leadership updates.
- Support for Leadership Messaging: Assist senior leaders and the HR team in crafting and delivering key messages to the broader organization through multiple digital channels such as email, MS Teams, and digital dashboards.
This role will help you build your editorial and storytelling capabilities while supporting an effective communication strategy that spans across functions and levels.
3. Employee Engagement
One of your most impactful contributions will be supporting initiatives that enhance employee engagement:
- Initiative Design & Execution: Collaborate with the HR team and other departments to conceptualize and implement employee engagement activities aligned with organizational values.
- Engagement Measurement: Support the design and deployment of employee surveys, pulse checks, and feedback loops. Help analyze results and track the implementation of subsequent action plans.
- Event Coordination: Help plan and execute both virtual and physical events such as wellness campaigns, onboarding sessions, internal celebrations, and cultural recognition moments.
- Insight-Driven Improvements: Based on collected engagement data, propose ideas that can enhance the overall employee experience.
This hands-on exposure will help you understand how a people-first approach is operationalized and measured within a thriving business environment.
4. Digital Content & Experience
A significant part of the internship will involve creating meaningful digital content that resonates with employees:
- Content Creation: Design visually captivating digital materials such as onboarding presentations, videos for internal use, recognition features, and employee spotlights.
- Use of Digital Tools: Utilize platforms such as Canva, MS Teams, SurveyMonkey, Trello, and SharePoint to produce high-quality, engaging, and interactive content.
- Digital Advocacy: Champion the adoption and optimization of digital tools across the company that promote communication, collaboration, and recognition.
This aspect of the role will enhance your digital fluency and teach you how to align branding, messaging, and technology to improve employee culture and connectivity.
Ideal Candidate Profile
M-Gas Limited seeks a candidate who embodies the modern HR mindset—one that blends technology with empathy and strategy with creativity. While experience is not mandatory, the right intern should demonstrate:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, IT, or a related field.
- Digital fluency, especially with modern productivity and engagement tools.
- Creativity and a strong communication sense, with the ability to simplify complex information and deliver it in compelling formats.
- A collaborative spirit that thrives in cross-functional teams.
- An employee-centric mindset that puts people at the center of digital transformation.
- A proactive and adaptable approach to change, with a knack for suggesting innovative ideas and taking initiative.
This internship is ideal for a young professional ready to contribute meaningfully while learning about the intersection between people, technology, and organizational culture.
What You Will Gain
- Real-world experience in the implementation of digital HR strategies and tools.
- A comprehensive understanding of employee engagement practices in a growing organization.
- Skills in internal communications, digital content creation, and HR process improvement.
- Mentorship from experienced HR professionals and interaction with leadership teams.
- Exposure to the operations of a purpose-driven business in the energy and technology sector.
Work Environment
You will be based in Nairobi County, working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment that values innovation, integrity, and inclusiveness. M-Gas Limited promotes flexibility and wellness, and the HR team is a dynamic unit focused on delivering exceptional employee experiences across the board.
How to Apply
To apply for the HR Digital & Engagement Intern role at M-Gas Limited, interested candidates should send their application via email to the HR department.
Please ensure that your CV, cover letter, and any portfolio or links to previous digital work (if applicable) are included in the application.
This is a unique opportunity to start or grow your HR career at the intersection of digital transformation and employee engagement. If you are driven, tech-savvy, and people-focused, M-Gas Limited welcomes your application.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
