Program Support Intern at AfricaNenda

AfricaNenda is an African-led team of experts committed to unlocking the potential of digital financial services for the financially excluded across the continent by accelerating the scale-up of instant and inclusive payment systems. Our approach is to provide public and private sector stakeholders with technical expertise and the capacity to reduce barriers...

 

Program Support Intern

  • Job TypeContract , Remote
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldInternships / Volunteering  , Project Management 

​​​Internship Key Responsibilities

  • The AfricaNenda Foundation seeks a Program Support Intern, tprovide support tthe Advocacy and Capacity Development team initiatives:
  • Research and analysis
  • Conduct desk research tsupport team presentations
  • Monitor and track industry trends and advocacy platforms/ moments for leverage
  • Assist in creating materials e.g. presentations, reports, briefs, etc. for advocacy and capacity development initiatives
  • Amplification support
  • Support the organization of virtual and physical amplification platforms and capacity development in collaboration with all teams
  • Project management and reporting
  • Develop and maintain project tracking tools
  • Ensure timely updates
  • Assist in meeting documentation and follow-up
  • Data management and organization
  • Maintain and update stakeholder contact lists for various initiatives
  • Track engagement metrics and stakeholder interactions
  • Annual campaign execution
  • Assist in implementing cross-functional campaign activities in collaboration with different teams within AfricaNenda
  • Skill development and adaptability
  • Gain hands-on experience in various aspects of project management, advocacy and capacity development
  • Develop flexibility by handling diverse tasks as assigned

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, international relations, social sciences, or a related field
  • Strong research and analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Strong organizational abilities

  • Attention tdetail and accuracy in data management
  • Passionate about financial inclusion, digital payments, or digital financial services
  • Self-motivated and proactive with a can-dattitude
  • Adaptable and quick learner
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Basic project management skills, familiarity with data analysis and reporting techniques Knowledge of social media tools and digital platforms
  • Understanding of the digital financial services ecosystem and current industry trends is desirable
  • Fluency in additional relevant languages (English plus French/Arabic/Portuguese) is an advantage

Learning Outcomes

  • Gain practical experience in DFS, digital payments, inclusive instant payment systems and financial inclusion in Africa
  • Develop skills in research, project management, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Enhance understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the African digital payments space.

Method of Application

  • CV highlighting relevant skills and experiences, including three referees
  • Submit your application through the applications@africanenda.org email by Friday April 18, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
     

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