The TechnoServe Nigeria Internship Programme offers recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with TechnoServe through program-designed internship opportunities.
Interns at TechnoServe get experiential learning opportunities in the livelihood sector and a meaningful internship experience that will support their academic, professional and personal development.
Duration: The duration of an internship is normally between one year. Internships can be on a full-time or a part-time basis in the following departments below:
- Operations Department: The Operations Department is a critical function within TechnoServe that manages and oversees the day-to-day running of activities and processes that facilitate the business to meet its goals and objectives. Examples include: Travel and logistics, fleet management, safety and security, Inventory management, Procurement and non-fringe insurance, asset management.
- Finance Department: The Finance Department is responsible for assessing the financial status of the organisation, managing cash availability, processing different forms of payments, monitoring accounts payable and receivable, tracking expenditures, and providing financial reports/support to senior management.
- Human Resources Department: The human resources (HR) department is a crucial part of any organization, focusing on managing all aspects of the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and hiring to training, performance management, and even termination. Essentially, the HR department is responsible for the "people" functions within the organization, ensuring a positive and productive work environment.
- Program or project support roles: Donor-funded programs are initiatives supported by grants or donations from individuals, organizations, or governments, often aimed at addressing specific social, economic, or environmental issues. These programs can range from development projects in underserved communities to research initiatives focused on finding solutions to poverty-inducing challenges.
In your application, specify the department you believe you interest best suites.
Basic qualifications
At the time of your application to the internship programme:
- At least a B.Sc. from an accredited university in or outside Nigeria.
Preferred Qualifications
- NYSC/Intern (Must be either a corp member in any of the current batches or a recent NYSC graduate)
- Experience with donor-funded projects and administrative processes.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
- Ability to uphold confidentiality.
- Ability to demonstrate professional work ethics.
- Ability to work in a team, communicate, and collaborate with team members in a multicultural environment.
- Good knowledge and use of Computer, internet, Microsoft office suites, Google workspace and fast ability to learn the use of work-related softwares.
- Ability to interpret, analyze and explain internal data.
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail in problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a dynamic environment.
Required Language
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
Supervisory Responsibilities- None
Travel: Not applicable.
Supporting Documents: Attach your school certificates and other relevant documentation to your application. You must provide your Identity card (NIN, international passport) and birth certificate.
Location: Ensure to specify between any of these locations that is convenient for you to work in ( Kano, Lagos, Delta, Abuja, Anambra)
Leave: Interns are entitled to 1 day of leave per month during their internship (For Corp members the 1 day is allowed for CDS meetings).
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