Program Intern at Helen Keller International

Program Intern

KEY POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Program Intern will be responsible for supporting the implementation of USAID Advancing Nutrition programs and will be domiciled in Abuja. H/She will get oversight from the Senior program officer. Key responsibilities and level of effort include:

• Analysis and Reporting
• Monitor database management efforts, compile and verify historical program data
• Create visuals with Excel and other data visualization platforms
• Conduct relevant contextual research as needed

Finance

• Prepare and process relevant accounting forms such as invoices, wire transfer requests, expense reimbursements, and complete credit card reconciliations in a timely manner
• Prepare and process relevant procurement documents including selection memos, and purchase orders

Communications

• Liaise with field staff and State Coordinators to develop case studies and success stories, as well as support department and program social media presence
• Miscellaneous
• Develop and maintain document management systems.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Pursuing or holds a Bachelor’s degree, or pursuing a Master’s degree in public health or related field
• Six months to two years of professional or international development experience
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work independently and as a member of a team, especially cross-cultural, to meet program needs
• Monitoring and evaluation, data management and analysis skills required
• Experience with CorelDRAW, Photoshop, PowerBI, and other data collection and/or visualization platforms preferred
• Experience conducting research and synthesizing findings
• Ability to manage diverse activities and supervisors, meet competing deadlines, and have flexibility in changing situations and priorities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required