Graduate Intern, Partnership and Local Rights Programme at ActionAid (AA) Nigeria

ActionAid (AA) Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, which is a global alliance of organisations working towards achieving a world without poverty and injustice in which every person enjoys the right to a life with dignity. As a large and visible development organisation, we work in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and America. Our expertise lies in community-led approaches to development and working through partnerships with the poor and other grass root organisations.

We invite applications from qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Intern, Partnership and Local Rights Programme

Location: Abuja

Description

• The Programme Intern will be responsible for providing administrative and programme support to the Partnership & Local Rights Programme (P&LRP) unit for effective programme implementation and delivery.
• The Intern position is an opportunity offered by ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) for young graduates to earn a post NYSC experience. It is therefore both a learning and value-adding relationship between interns and AAN.
• The intern is expected to take advantage of the space offered for experience gathering, self-development, while providing quality service to ActionAid Nigeria.
• This is a standard 1-year programme and non-renewable upon expiry.

Person Specification
Education / Qualifications:

• At least First Degree in Social Sciences or Arts / Humanities is essential

Experience:

• Relevant NYSC experience in the related fields is essential
• Experience in programmes and administration is essential
• Experience in videography will be an added advantage

Skill / Abilities:

• Highly numerate
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills
• Multi-tasking skills
• Excellent (proven) interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Experience in supporting training/meetings.

Application Closing Date
10th March, 2021.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should kindly download and complete the Internship Application Form and send your Applications in an MS Word attachment to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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Note

• Only electronically submitted forms or CVs as applicable will be considered. Scanned application forms will be disregarded.
• Subject line of emails must state clearly, job title of position applied for and location e.g "Intern, Partnership and Local Rights Programme - Abuja".
• ActionAid offers competitive terms of employment. Applications from women and candidates from the North East and North West are particularly encouraged.
• While we respect all applicants, interview dates will be communicated only to shortlisted candidates.