Search for Common Ground Africa Internship – Apply Now

The Search for Common Ground Africa Program Development Hub invites applications for its Program Development Internship for 2025.

This opportunity offers candidates the chance to contribute to peacebuilding efforts across the African continent by supporting the design of impactful programs.

Role Overview

As an intern, you will assist in crafting proposals and concept notes aimed at securing funding for peacebuilding initiatives.

You will join a team that designs and implements programs across 17 countries, including those in the Sahel region, Lake Chad Basin, Great Lakes, Horn of Africa, Tanzania-Mozambique, and the Sudans.

Your contribution will span various stages of program development, including scoping, proposal writing, donor engagement, and collaboration with partners.

Each intern will focus on a specific region but may be required to assist with other areas within the Africa portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting proposal narratives, theories of change, program activities, and logical frameworks.
• Conduct desk research to develop accurate and current context statements.
• Support the development of strategies for fundraising and donor engagement.
• Analyse calls for proposals and conduct outreach to potential partners.
• Edit and review English and/or French proposals and communications for clarity.
• Represent the team in conferences, meetings, and events, and share detailed notes.
• Provide logistical and administrative support to the Africa Program Development Hub and country offices.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this internship, you should meet the following requirements:

• Hold a degree in a relevant field.
• Possess strong writing, editing, and communication skills in English.
• Be fluent in French if based in francophone Africa.
• Show interest and knowledge in peacebuilding or international development in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Demonstrate an ability to handle multiple tasks and tight deadlines.
• Have a self-starting and detail-oriented approach to tasks.

Desirable Skills and Experience

The following skills and experience are considered assets:

• Knowledge of additional languages such as Portuguese or Somali.
• Experience working with a non-governmental or non-profit organisation.
• Practical experience in program development.
• Exposure to international environments, particularly in developing countries.

Benefits

Interns will receive a modest stipend in line with local pay regulations.

Application Process

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter by 30 November 2024.

The internship requires a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week for six months, starting on 1 January 2025.

Apply for the Program Development Internship.

For additional details, visit the Search for Common Ground official page.

This internship offers a meaningful way to engage in peacebuilding efforts and contribute to sustainable development in Africa.

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