The Office of the President of the United Republic of Tanzania oversees the regional leadership development center known as the Institute of African Leadership for Sustainable Development, or UONGOZI Institute. Tanzanian and Finnish governments founded the institute in 2010, with the goal of empowering African leaders to provide inclusive and sustainable solutions for their countries and the continent at large. Executive education, policy discussions, action-oriented research, and technical assistance are the four primary areas that address its two strategic pillars: leadership and sustainable development.
The Institute is now hiring interns for positions in communications, executive education, and finance. The chosen applicants will assist the department or units in achieving the desired outcomes. Every job has its headquarters in Daes Salaam.
Open Internship Positions and Description
1. Finance Intern (1 position)
- The finance intern supports the execution of accounting and finance tasks. The intern works in the Corporate Services Department and gives direct reports to the senior accountant.
2. Training Intern (2 positions)
- The Training Intern assists in organizing, creating, and delivering executive education courses to Tanzanian and African CEOs. The Senior Program Delivery Officer is the intern’s direct supervisor while working in the Executive Education Department.
3. Communications Intern (1 position)
- In addition to increasing the institute’s visibility and reach, the communications intern supports initiatives and activities that uphold and improve its favorable reputation. Reporting directly to the Communications Officer, the intern works under the Public Relations and Communications Unit.
Duration and Work Schedule
Depending on their performance and the needs of the institute, the chosen interns may stay for up to a year. There will be assignments that require travel.
General requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in the specific subjects.
- Proficiency with internet search tools and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- The capacity to multitask in a hectic setting.
- Excellent communication abilities in both Swahili and English, both in writing and speaking.
- Experience volunteering is not necessary, although it is preferred.
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How to Apply
Join us by sending your application by January 11, 2025, at 5:00 PM (EAT) to recruitment@uongozi.or.tz with the job title in the subject line. The application should contain a curriculum vitae with the contact information of three referees (no more than two pages) and a one-page motivation letter.
UONGOZI Institutes is an equal-opportunity employer committed to strengthening the diversity of its workforce. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.