Intern, Country Relations (General) at Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)

Job Reference: CR8323A

Job Summary

• This is a front office role where the Intern is required to provide support in the prudent and professional management of AFC’s Country Relations efforts.
• This includes the management of AFC’s country memberships; ratification procedures by member states; securing and operationalizing strategic partnerships; event execution and mission support; origination and coverage; as well as general administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

• Economic, Socio-political and Project Research
• Support in the implementation of CR’s rolling strategy
• Support development of Reports
• Manage administrative duties for Country Relations

Education

• First degree in International Relations, Diplomacy, Political Science, Public Affairs, Global Affairs, Development Studies, Public Administration etc.
• Deep understanding of Finance, Economics and/or Accounting will be a significant added advantage.
• Additional relevant qualifications such an MBA or MSc. (Could be in view) in a relevant field will be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years professional experience
• Previous internship or work experience in Government, Quasi-Governments, Multilaterals, etc, will be favourably assessed.
• Willingness to travel “out-of-station” with minimal prior notice