Graduate Advocacy & External Engagement Intern

Required Professional Experience

1 to 2 years of experience in advocacy, external engagement, campaigns or policy analysis work in developing countries.

Knowledge on Child Rights including the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child or the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

Experience planning and organizing workshops or forums for participants in multiple countries.

Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills, particularly in a cross-cultural environment

Planning and organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple activities

Research experience especially in policy and advocacy

Understanding of humanitarian and fragile contexts

Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification

Bachelor's degree in social sciences, communication, public policy, management or law

Training certificate on advocacy, child rights and policy influence, an added advantage

Graduated within the last 2 years